Verdict
At RM193,888, the MINI Electric costs RM62,988 more than the RM130,900 Suzuki Swift Sport, but its 215 hp/330 Nm motor cuts 0-100 km/h to 6.7 seconds against 8.0 seconds and brings 402 km of EV range. The Suzuki counters with five doors, five seats and a 265-litre boot, versus three doors, four seats and 210 litres. Its 205 km/h top speed also exceeds 170 km/h. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge, the MINI’s autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 95 kW DC charging suit its higher price; family access and upfront cost favour the Swift.
Pick the MINI Electric if you can charge regularly and want 402 km of EV range, 6.7-second acceleration and more active safety equipment.
Pick the Suzuki Swift Sport if you need five doors and five seats, a larger 265-litre boot, and want to save RM62,988 upfront.
Key differences
- Price: MINI Electric RM193,888; Suzuki Swift Sport RM130,900.
- Performance: MINI Electric 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds with 215 hp and 330 Nm; Suzuki Swift Sport in 8.0 seconds with 140 hp and 230 Nm.
- Energy use: MINI Electric has a 54.2 kWh battery and 402 km range; Suzuki Swift Sport uses petrol at 6.1 L/100 km with a 37-litre tank.
- Practicality: MINI Electric has 3 doors, 4 seats and a 210-litre boot; Suzuki Swift Sport has 5 doors, 5 seats and a 265-litre boot.
- Top speed: MINI Electric 170 km/h; Suzuki Swift Sport 205 km/h.
- Road tax: MINI Electric RM200 per year; Suzuki Swift Sport RM70 per year.
Electric
- 215 hp and 330 Nm deliver a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 402 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 95 kW DC charging.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and a 360-degree camera.
- RM62,988 more expensive and RM130 higher annual road tax.
- Three doors, four seats and a 210-litre boot trail the Suzuki’s five-door, five-seat 265-litre layout.
- 170 km/h top speed is 35 km/h lower than the Suzuki’s.
Swift Sport
- RM62,988 lower purchase price and RM70 annual road tax.
- Five doors, five seats and a 265-litre boot improve passenger and luggage access.
- 205 km/h top speed, plus a space-saver spare tyre.
- Its 8.0-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.3 seconds behind the MINI Electric.
- It lacks the MINI’s autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and 360-degree camera.
- Petrol consumption is rated at 6.1 L/100 km, while the MINI Electric has 402 km of EV range.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM193,888 | RM130,900✓ |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM200 | RM70✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,373 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 140 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 2,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 73 mm × 81.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 215 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 402 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 95 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds✓ | 8 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,858 mm | 3,890 mm |
| Width | 1,756 mm | 1,735 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,526 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Weight | 1,605 kg | 970 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 37 litres |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres | 265 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/40R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/40R18 | 195/50R16 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Premitra 5 | Yokohama Advan A13C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (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 Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Driver and Front Passenger |
| 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 Adjustable, Driver's seat height adjustable |
| 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 | Front Cabin Light |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 1 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 7.0" Touchscreen Radio DVD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth, Navigation and 6 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | — |
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 Swift Sport FAQ
Is the MINI Electric or Suzuki Swift Sport better?
The MINI Electric is better for buyers with charging access who prioritise faster acceleration, EV range and active safety systems. The Suzuki Swift Sport is better for five-seat practicality, a larger boot, higher top speed and a far lower purchase price.
What is the price difference?
The MINI Electric costs RM62,988 more than the Suzuki Swift Sport. That gap brings a 54.2 kWh battery, 402 km range, 95 kW DC charging, 215 hp and additional driver-assistance equipment.
Which is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Suzuki Swift Sport is more practical: it has five doors, five seats and a 265-litre boot. The MINI Electric has three doors, four seats and 210 litres of boot space.
