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Cupra Raval vs MINI Cooper
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on family practicality and charging speed, while the MINI Cooper leads on value for money, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the MINI Cooper if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Cooper leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMINI
Cupra
5.2
MINI
5.7
Motorway Range
Cupra
4.2
MINI
4.4
Too close to call
FamilyCupra
Cupra
5.1
MINI
4.4
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
MINI
5.2
Cost Per MileMINI
Cupra
7.7
MINI
8.5
City DrivingMINI
Cupra
8
MINI
9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 | £26,155 (better) |
| Official range | 204 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 210 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
MINI Cooper
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm
MINI Cooper3,858mm-188mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm
MINI Cooper1,756mm-28mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm
MINI Cooper1,460mm-54mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm | 1,756 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | 1,944 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare | 644 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 778 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 210 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 800 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
MINI Cooper
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 3.86m-188mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.76m-28mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | 1.94m-56mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.46m-54mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.53m-73mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 210L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 800L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 778mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg (better) | 1,615kg |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 40.7kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 | £26,155 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | £26,155 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles | 158 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh (better) | 36.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 99 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - MINI Cooper Cooper E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Cupra Raval
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Cupra Raval
No active listings.
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Raval or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is £840 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Cooper comes out roughly £880 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 Raval and MINI Cooper like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval and 158 miles for the MINI Cooper - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Cooper goes roughly 20 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the MINI Cooper?
The two are within 28 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper and about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval. The MINI Cooper also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Cupra Raval or the MINI Cooper?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 84% for the MINI Cooper. That gives the Cupra Raval a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Cupra Raval's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the MINI Cooper's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .