Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the MINI 3 Door is the more sensible daily proposition: it costs RM35,712 less, carries 210 litres against 174 litres and brings a 360-degree camera, navigation and head-up display. The Toyota GR Yaris answers with 296 hp and 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual; its 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds ahead. Road tax is lower too, at RM207 versus RM379, but the GR Yaris accepts only two doors and a smaller boot.
Pick the MINI 3 Door if you want the lower entry cost, a 210-litre boot and stronger day-to-day equipment including a head-up display and 360-degree camera.
Pick the Toyota GR Yaris if 296 hp, 400 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual matter more than boot space and equipment.
Key differences
- Power and torque: MINI 3 Door 201 hp and 300 Nm; Toyota GR Yaris 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: MINI 3 Door 6.6 seconds; Toyota GR Yaris 5.2 seconds.
- Transmission and driveline: MINI 3 Door seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive; Toyota GR Yaris six-speed manual and all-wheel drive.
- Boot space: MINI 3 Door 210 litres; Toyota GR Yaris 174 litres.
- Wheelbase: MINI 3 Door 2,495 mm; Toyota GR Yaris 2,560 mm.
- Manufacturer warranty: MINI 3 Door two years plus a two-year extension option; Toyota GR Yaris five years.
3 Door
- RM35,712 lower purchase cost.
- 210-litre boot is 36 litres larger.
- Gets navigation, head-up display and a 360-degree camera.
- 201 hp and 300 Nm trail the GR Yaris' 296 hp and 400 Nm.
- 6.6-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds slower.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty is shorter than five years.
GR Yaris
- 296 hp, 400 Nm and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- All-wheel drive, six-speed manual and Torsen front and rear limited-slip differentials.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.
- Costs RM35,712 more.
- 174-litre boot is 36 litres smaller.
- Has two doors, versus three on the MINI 3 Door.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM279,888✓ | RM315,600 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM379 | RM207✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger, variable valve timing | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,618 cc |
| Horsepower | 201 hp at 5,000 rpm | 296 hp at 6,200 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 300 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 400 Nm at 3,250 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82 mm × 94.6 mm | 87 mm × 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6MT |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 242 km/h✓ | 230 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,876 mm | 3,995 mm |
| Width | 1,727 mm | 1,805 mm |
| Height | 1,414 mm | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,495 mm | 2,560 mm |
| Weight | 1,295 kg | 1,280 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 44 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 3 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 210 litres✓ | 174 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/45R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/45R18 | 225/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli Cinturato P7 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Slide Spoke Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Torsen Front and Rear Limited-slip Differential, Performance-tuned Springs, Dampers and Steering, User-selectable Torque Split, Rev Matching |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point belts | 4 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with High Beam Assist | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 9.4" OLED Display with MINI OS, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Harman Kardon Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, AUX and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Flip Switch | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 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 |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | 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.
Used 3 Door & GR Yaris for sale
3 Door vs GR Yaris FAQ
Is the MINI 3 Door or Toyota GR Yaris better?
The MINI 3 Door is better for lower cost, a larger 210-litre boot and more convenience equipment. The Toyota GR Yaris is the performance choice, with 296 hp, all-wheel drive and a 5.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota GR Yaris costs RM35,712 more than the MINI 3 Door.
Which car is quicker?
The Toyota GR Yaris is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds versus 6.6 seconds for the MINI 3 Door. It also has 296 hp and 400 Nm, compared with 201 hp and 300 Nm.
