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Cupra Born vs MINI Aceman
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Born leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the MINI Aceman counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Born if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Cupra Born leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Cupra
5.6
MINI
5.7
Too close to call
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
6.3
MINI
3.9
FamilyCupra
Cupra
8.1
MINI
4.7
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.7
MINI
2.9
Cost Per Mile
Cupra
9.6
MINI
9.3
Too close to call
City Driving
Cupra
7.7
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.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
- 110 miles more WLTP range
- 85 litres more boot space
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 4.7s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,995 | £28,310 (better) |
| Official range | 301 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Boot space | 385 L (better) | 300 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Born
MINI Aceman
Length
Cupra Born4,324mm
MINI Aceman4,079mm-245mm
Width
Cupra Born1,809mm
MINI Aceman1,754mm-55mm
Height
Cupra Born1,540mm
MINI Aceman1,514mm-26mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,079 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm | 1,754 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare | 646 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 822 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 385 L (better) | 300 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1267 L (better) | 1005 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Born
- 301 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 105 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
MINI Aceman
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Born V1 58kWh |  MINI Aceman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.08m-245mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.75m-55mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | 1.98m-86mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.51m-26mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.61m-160mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 385L (better) | 300L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1267L (better) | 1005L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 822mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,899kg | 1,720kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi (better) | 191 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,995 | £28,310 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £34,495 (-£1,500) | £28,310 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Cupra Born: Heat pump: an option, not standard.
* Cupra Born: Manufacturer lists no trailer towing capacity.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 301 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 250 miles (better) | 159 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 38.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 135 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
MINI Aceman
E
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Born V1 58kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Cupra Born
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MINI Aceman
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Born worth the extra £7,685 over the MINI Aceman?
The Cupra Born costs £7,685 more than the MINI Aceman. For that premium it adds 110 miles more WLTP range, 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 85 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Cupra Born comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Born or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is £7,685 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £128 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Aceman comes out roughly £7,645 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Born and MINI Aceman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 250 miles for the Cupra Born and 159 miles for the MINI Aceman - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Born goes roughly 91 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Born or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 55 mm narrower than the Cupra Born. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 591 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Born. The Cupra Born also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Born or the MINI Aceman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Cupra Born 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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .