The much anticipated fifth-generation MINI Cooper SE (J01) has finally been launched in Malaysia with a price tag of RM200,188 on the road, without insurance, including the extended warranty and service package. It has just made its debut alongside the new Countryman and petrol-powered MINI Cooper at the MINI Family event in Petaling Jaya.
On the outside, the fifth-generation MINI Cooper features a significantly revised exterior compared to the previous model. However, it retains classic MINI design elements like short overhangs, a compact hood, and a long wheelbase with prominent wheels accompanied by flush door handles contributing to the low drag coefficient of 0.28. To note, the fifth-generation MINI Cooper SE chassis named LEMON is co-developed with a Chinese manufacturer GWM which shares the same platform as Ora Good Cat.
The front fascia of the new MINI Cooper receives a makeover. An octagonal grille with a Vibrant Silver surround replaces the previous design. The circular headlamps also see an update, losing their chrome trim. New daytime running lights incorporate a ring around each headlamp cluster and two horizontal bars on some models. The daytime running lights can be switched to create three adjustable light signatures, and all light modes have a welcome and goodbye animation.
The rear of the MINI Cooper adopts a new look with redesigned taillights, which, like the headlights, may offer different lighting modes (depending on configuration). For a cleaner aesthetic, the exterior features black trim details along the lower portions of the bumpers and sides.
The MINI Cooper SE boasts a single electric motor producing 218 hp and 330 Nm of torque, also driving the front wheels. This more powerful option achieves a 0-100 km/h time of 6.7 seconds. The MINI Cooper SE has a 54.2 kWh battery that gives 402 km of range (WLTP).
- Drivetrain: Single motor FWD
- Max. power output: 218 hp
- Max. torque: 330 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: 6.7 seconds
- Battery: 54.2 kWh
- Range (WLTP): 402 km
- Max. AC charging rate: 11 kW
- Max. DC charging rate: 95 kW
- DC charging speed: 10-80% SoC in 30 minutes
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The interior of the MINI Cooper undergoes a significant redesign. A new, larger circular head unit dominates the center console. This 240-millimeter unit replaces the previous design, where a rectangular screen sat within a circular housing. The new head unit utilizes OLED technology and runs the latest MINI Operating System 9.
The MINI Cooper’s interior adopts a new, minimalist approach. This is reflected in the curved dashboard design and a reduction in the number of physical controls. The steering wheel undergoes a redesign, featuring a two-spoke layout. The “third spoke” is a fabric element rather than a structural component. Another notable change is the gear selector, which is now replaced by a toggle switch located beneath the central infotainment screen. A traditional gear selector is no longer present.
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To recap, the fifth-generation MINI Cooper SE has finally been launched in Malaysia with a price tag of RM200,188 on the road, without insurance including the extended warranty and service package. Additionally, the MINI Cooper SE comes with an 8-year / 160,000 km battery warranty (whichever comes first).
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