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Abarth 600e vs MINI Aceman
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on charging speed, while the MINI Aceman leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Aceman leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMINI
Abarth
3.7
MINI
5.7
Motorway Range
Abarth
4.3
MINI
3.9
Too close to call
FamilyMINI
Abarth
3.4
MINI
4.7
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
MINI
2.9
Cost Per MileMINI
Abarth
5.4
MINI
9.3
City Driving
Abarth
8.1
MINI
8.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Abarth 600e
Turismo
- 60 litres more boot space
- 25 kW faster rapid charging
- 41 kW more power
- 6.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | £28,310 (better) |
| Official range | 207 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Boot space | 360 L (better) | 300 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 600e
MINI Aceman
Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm
MINI Aceman4,079mm-108mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm
MINI Aceman1,754mm-25mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm
MINI Aceman1,514mm-43mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,079 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm | 1,754 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm (better) | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare | 646 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 822 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L (better) | 300 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1005 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 600e Turismo |  MINI Aceman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.08m-108mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.75m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 1.98m+3mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.51m-43mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.61m+47mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L (better) | 300L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1005L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 822mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi (better) | 191 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | £28,310 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | £28,310 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles (better) | 159 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh (better) | 38.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 135 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Abarth 600e
Turismo
MINI Aceman
E
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Euro NCAP - MINI Aceman E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 600e worth the extra £5,685 over the MINI Aceman?
The Abarth 600e costs £5,685 more than the MINI Aceman. For that premium it adds 25 kW faster peak rapid charging, 60 litres more boot space and 41 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Aceman comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 600e or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is £5,685 cheaper to buy. The MINI Aceman is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Abarth 600e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Aceman comes out roughly £5,845 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 600e and MINI Aceman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e and 159 miles for the MINI Aceman - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the MINI Aceman?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the MINI Aceman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 84% for the MINI Aceman. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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