Verdict
The MINI Electric costs RM193,888, RM28,888 more than the Renault Zoe, and its 215 hp/330 Nm motor is far stronger than the Zoe’s 108 hp/225 Nm unit. It also DC-charges at 95 kW against 50 kW, yet the 54.2-kWh battery delivers only seven km more range at 402 km. For Malaysian use, the Zoe’s 22-kW AC charging, five doors, five seats and 338-litre boot are more useful daily advantages over the MINI’s 11 kW, three doors, four seats and 210 litres. Choose the MINI for performance and equipment, not space.
Pick the MINI Electric if you want 215 hp, 95-kW DC charging and substantially more driver assistance and cabin equipment.
Pick the Renault Zoe if lower upfront and annual costs, 22-kW AC charging, five seats and a 338-litre boot matter more than outright performance.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Electric RM193,888; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Motor output: MINI Electric 215 hp and 330 Nm; Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Battery and range: MINI Electric 54.2 kWh and 402 km; Renault Zoe 52.0 kWh and 395 km.
- Charging: MINI Electric 11-kW AC and 95-kW DC; Renault Zoe 22-kW AC and 50-kW DC.
- Practicality: MINI Electric has three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot; Renault Zoe has five doors, five seats and a 338-litre boot.
- Passive safety: MINI Electric has six airbags; Renault Zoe has four airbags.
Electric
- 215 hp and 330 Nm, with a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 95-kW DC charging versus the Zoe’s 50 kW.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking, blind spot information and a 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM28,888 more and annual road tax is RM200 versus RM50.
- Three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot are less practical than the Zoe’s five-door layout and 338 litres.
- 11-kW AC charging is half the Zoe’s 22-kW rate.
Zoe
- 22-kW AC charging suits locations with higher-output AC chargers.
- Five doors, five seats and a 338-litre boot make it the more useful family hatchback.
- Costs less, and annual road tax is RM50 rather than RM200.
- Its 108 hp and 225 Nm motor trails the MINI’s 215 hp and 330 Nm.
- 50-kW DC charging is slower than the MINI’s 95 kW.
- Four airbags and no autonomous braking, collision warning or blind spot information system.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,888 | RM165,000✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh✓ | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | 402 km✓ | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22.0 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW✓ | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,858 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,756 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,526 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 1,502 kg |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 338 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Premitra 5 | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Night Flash Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Projectors |
| 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 Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| 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 | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 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 | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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 Zoe FAQ
Is the MINI Electric or Renault Zoe better?
The MINI Electric is better for motor performance, 95-kW DC charging and safety or convenience equipment. The Renault Zoe is the better daily-use hatchback if you need five seats, five doors, a 338-litre boot and 22-kW AC charging.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Electric costs RM28,888 more than the Renault Zoe. Its annual road tax is also RM150 higher, at RM200 versus RM50.
Which car charges faster?
The Renault Zoe charges faster on AC at 22 kW versus 11 kW for the MINI Electric. On DC charging, the MINI is quicker on paper at 95 kW, compared with 50 kW for the Zoe.
