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Ford Puma Gen-E vs MINI Cooper
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Puma Gen-E leads on value for money and family practicality, while the MINI Cooper leads on charging speed and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E 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
Choose the MINI Cooper if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Puma Gen-E edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueFord
Ford
6.2
MINI
5.7
Motorway Range
Ford
4.5
MINI
4.4
Too close to call
FamilyFord
Ford
6.2
MINI
4.4
ChargingMINI
Ford
4.1
MINI
5.2
Cost Per Mile
Ford
8.8
MINI
8.5
Too close to call
City DrivingMINI
Ford
7.9
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 | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 | £26,155 (better) |
| Official range | 259 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 566 L (better) | 210 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford Puma Gen-E
MINI Cooper
Length
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm
MINI Cooper3,858mm-455mm
Width
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm
MINI Cooper1,756mm-49mm
Height
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
MINI Cooper1,460mm-95mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,313 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm | 1,756 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,930 mm (better) | 1,944 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare | 644 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | 786 mm (better) | 778 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 566 L (better) | 210 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1283 L (better) | 800 L |
| Frunk | 43 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 566 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,313 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
MINI Cooper
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 3.86m-455mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.76m-49mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.93m | 1.94m+14mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.46m-95mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.59m | 2.53m-62mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 566L (better) | 210L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1283L (better) | 800L |
| Frunk | 43L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | 786mm (better) | 778mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,563kg (better) | 1,615kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 46.8kWh (better) | 40.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £26,155 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £26,245 (-£3,750) | £26,155 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 259 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 186 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.8 kWh (better) | 36.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 124 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Puma Gen-E
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MINI Cooper
Cooper E
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,999 | £28,900 |
| Average used price | £20,750 | £28,900 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings (better) | 2 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £9,245 below new | At or above new price |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 23.4% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Puma Gen-E Select
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant75%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Ford Puma Gen-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Puma Gen-E worth the extra £3,840 over the MINI Cooper?
The Ford Puma Gen-E costs £3,840 more than the MINI Cooper. For that premium it adds 69 miles more WLTP range, 25 kW faster peak rapid charging and 356 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is £3,840 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 £3,840 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Puma Gen-E and MINI Cooper like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 158 miles for the MINI Cooper - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Puma Gen-E goes roughly 28 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 49 mm narrower than the Ford Puma Gen-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Ford Puma Gen-E.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the MINI Cooper?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 84% for the MINI Cooper. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .