Verdict
At RM198,888, the MINI Countryman R60 LCI costs RM60,000 less than the RM258,888 MINI Countryman U25, and its RM120 annual road tax undercuts the EV’s RM335. But the U25 is a generational leap in shove and practicality: its two motors produce 313 hp and 494 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, against 120 hp, 155 Nm and 11.6 seconds. It is also 336 mm longer, with a 460-litre boot versus 350 litres. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the U25’s 432 km range and 130 kW DC capability justify the premium.
Pick the MINI Countryman R60 LCI if RM60,000 saved, lower RM120 road tax and a 4,097-mm-long SUV matter more than outright performance and newer equipment.
Pick the MINI Countryman U25 if you can charge an EV and want 313 hp, 432 km range, a 460-litre boot and active safety systems absent from the R60 LCI.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Countryman R60 LCI RM198,888; MINI Countryman U25 RM258,888.
- Powertrain: R60 LCI has a 1,598 cc petrol engine with 120 hp and 155 Nm; U25 has two electric motors with 313 hp and 494 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: R60 LCI 11.6 seconds; U25 5.6 seconds.
- Dimensions: R60 LCI is 4,097 mm long, 1,789 mm wide and 1,561 mm tall; U25 is 4,433 mm long, 1,843 mm wide and 1,656 mm tall.
- Boot volume: R60 LCI 350 litres; U25 460 litres.
- Annual road tax: R60 LCI RM120; U25 RM335.
R60 LCI
- RM60,000 lower purchase price
- RM215 lower annual road tax
- 336 mm shorter body for a more compact footprint
- 120 hp and 155 Nm versus the U25’s 313 hp and 494 Nm
- 350-litre boot versus 460 litres
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking or 360-degree camera
U25
- 313 hp, 494 Nm and 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- 66.5 kWh battery, 432 km range and up to 130 kW DC charging
- Adaptive LED headlights, active cruise control and automatic parking
- RM60,000 higher purchase price
- RM335 annual road tax versus RM120
- 4,433 mm length versus the R60 LCI’s 4,097 mm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,888✓ | RM258,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM335 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC with variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 120 hp | — |
| Torque | 155 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 11 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 313 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 494 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 432 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 130 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 177 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,097 mm | 4,433 mm |
| Width | 1,789 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,561 mm | 1,656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,595 mm | 2,692 mm |
| Weight | 1,370 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 350 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 205/55R17 | 245/40R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Fast Response | Pirelli P Zero |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point belts |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 6.5" Radio MINI Visual Boost | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Flip Switch |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Tailgate, with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/50,000 km MINI Service Inclusive | Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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R60 LCI vs U25 FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman R60 LCI or MINI Countryman U25 better?
The MINI Countryman U25 is the better-equipped and far quicker car, with 313 hp, a 460-litre boot and active safety aids. Choose the R60 LCI instead only if its lower upfront cost, lower road tax and smaller dimensions are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Countryman U25 costs RM60,000 more than the MINI Countryman R60 LCI. The U25 brings dual-motor EV power, a 66.5 kWh battery, 432 km range, more boot space and substantially more driver-assistance equipment.
Can the MINI Countryman U25 charge quickly?
Yes. The MINI Countryman U25 accepts up to 22 kW AC charging and 130 kW DC charging, and has a quoted 432 km range from its 66.5 kWh battery. The R60 LCI is petrol-powered and returns a rated 7.6 L/100 km.
