Verdict
The MINI Electric costs RM193,888, RM25,000 more than the RM168,888 Nissan Leaf, but its 54.2-kWh battery delivers a quoted 402 km against 270 km, while 95-kW DC charging beats 50 kW. It is also quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds versus 7.9 seconds. The Leaf makes the stronger practical case for Malaysian family use: five doors, five seats and a 435-litre boot dwarf the MINI’s three doors, four seats and 210 litres. Choose the MINI for range, pace and equipment; choose the Leaf if cabin and luggage room matter more.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want 402 km of range, 95-kW DC charging and a much richer cabin specification despite the RM25,000 premium.
Pick the Nissan Leaf if you need five seats, five doors and a 435-litre boot at a lower purchase price.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Electric RM193,888; Nissan Leaf RM168,888.
- Battery and range: MINI Electric 54.2 kWh and 402 km; Nissan Leaf 40.0 kWh and 270 km.
- Charging: MINI Electric 11 kW AC/95 kW DC; Nissan Leaf 6.6 kW AC/50 kW DC.
- Performance: MINI Electric 215 hp, 330 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds; Nissan Leaf 148 hp, 320 Nm and 7.9 seconds.
- Practicality: MINI Electric has 3 doors, 4 seats and a 210-litre boot; Nissan Leaf has 5 doors, 5 seats and a 435-litre boot.
- Dimensions: MINI Electric is 3,858 mm long with a 2,526 mm wheelbase; Nissan Leaf is 4,480 mm long with a 2,690 mm wheelbase.
Electric
- 402 km quoted EV range from a 54.2-kWh battery.
- 215 hp and 330 Nm, with a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Adaptive LED headlights, active cruise control, head-up display and 360-degree camera.
- RM25,000 more expensive than the Nissan Leaf.
- Only three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot versus the Leaf’s five doors, five seats and 435 litres.
- Annual road tax is RM200, against RM100 for the Leaf.
Leaf
- Five-door, five-seat layout with a 435-litre boot.
- RM168,888 price and RM100 annual road tax.
- Space-saver spare tyre and 6.6-kW wallbox included.
- 270 km range is 132 km short of the MINI Electric’s 402 km.
- 50-kW DC and 6.6-kW AC charging trail the MINI’s 95-kW DC and 11-kW AC rates.
- 148 hp and a 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time are behind the MINI’s 215 hp and 6.7 seconds.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,888 | RM168,888✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM100✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh✓ | 40.0 kWh |
| EV Range | 402 km✓ | 270 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW✓ | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Constant Ratio Gearbox for EV |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Nissan |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds✓ | 7.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h✓ | 155 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,858 mm | 4,480 mm |
| Width | 1,756 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,526 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,544 kg |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 215/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Premitra 5 | Dunlop Enasave EC300 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | e-Pedal, Intelligent Ride Control, Intelligent Trace Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point belts | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, Front Passenger Seat | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory and Massage Function | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 5" Display Radio/CD Player with USB, Bluetooth, AUX-in and 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with Around View Monitor (AVM) |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 6.6 kW Wallbox, 7" Information Display, Climate Control Timer |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 3 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Repair Inclusive extendable up to 5 years | 3-year/60,000 km Free Service, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty, Complimentary Usage of Nissan SUV, MPV or Pick-up for 23 Days per Year |
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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Electric vs Leaf FAQ
Is the MINI Electric or Nissan Leaf better?
The MINI Electric is better for range, charging speed, acceleration and driver assistance equipment. The Nissan Leaf is better for carrying people and luggage, with five seats and a 435-litre boot versus four seats and 210 litres.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Electric costs RM193,888 and the Nissan Leaf costs RM168,888, so the MINI is RM25,000 more expensive. Its annual road tax is also RM200, compared with RM100 for the Leaf.
Which has the longer EV range and faster charging?
The MINI Electric has the longer quoted range at 402 km from its 54.2-kWh battery, versus 270 km and 40.0 kWh for the Leaf. It also charges at up to 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC, against 6.6 kW and 50 kW.
