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Kia EV3 vs MINI Cooper
Selected trimStandard Range 58.3kWhChange trim270 mi · 58.3 kWh · £33,055
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV3 leads on value for money and family practicality, while the MINI Cooper leads on charging speed, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV3 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 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.
ValueKia
Kia
6.3
MINI
5.7
Motorway Range
Kia
4.1
MINI
4.4
Too close to call
FamilyKia
Kia
6.5
MINI
4.4
ChargingMINI
Kia
4
MINI
5.2
Cost Per MileMINI
Kia
6
MINI
8.5
City DrivingMINI
Kia
7.4
MINI
9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
- 80 miles more WLTP range
- 250 litres more boot space
- 52 kW faster rapid charging
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,055 | £26,155 (better) |
| Official range | 270 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 210 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 7.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV3
MINI Cooper
Length
Kia EV34,310mm
MINI Cooper3,858mm-452mm
Width
Kia EV31,850mm
MINI Cooper1,756mm-94mm
Height
Kia EV31,570mm
MINI Cooper1,460mm-110mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,756 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,944 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 644 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 778 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 210 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 800 L |
| Frunk | 25 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia EV3
- At 4,310 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
MINI Cooper
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 3.86m-452mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.76m-94mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.94m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.46m-110mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.53m-154mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 210L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 800L |
| Frunk | 25L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 778mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,800kg | 1,615kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58.3kWh (better) | 40.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 270 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 127kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,055 | £26,155 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £31,555 (-£1,500) | £26,155 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 270 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 127 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 149 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.3 kWh (better) | 36.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 7.8 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 135 kW |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
8.5/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.2/5
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
Watch the reviews
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Kia EV3
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £25,220 | £28,900 |
| Average used price | £25,750 | £28,900 |
| Saving vs RRP | £7,305 below new | At or above new price |
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
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist78%
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 | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Kia EV3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia EV3
No active listings.
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV3 worth the extra £6,900 over the MINI Cooper?
The Kia EV3 costs £6,900 more than the MINI Cooper. For that premium it adds 80 miles more WLTP range, 52 kW faster peak rapid charging and 250 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Cooper comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV3 or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is £6,900 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 £6,980 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia EV3 and MINI Cooper like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Kia EV3 and 158 miles for the MINI Cooper - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV3 goes roughly 34 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV3 or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 94 mm narrower than the Kia EV3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV3 or the MINI Cooper?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Kia EV3 and 84% for the MINI Cooper. That gives the Kia EV3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. 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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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Kia EV3 (2024 on): Which Battery, the Recall, the 7-Year Warranty & What to Pay
A used Kia EV3 buyer’s guide: Standard and Long Range explained, the instrument-cluster recall, the 7-year warranty left, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one with the grant, and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used MINI Cooper E / SE (2024 on): Which Battery, Recalls & What to Pay
A used 2024-on MINI Cooper E and Cooper SE buyer’s guide: 40.7 vs 54.2 kWh, how to tell it from the older MINI Electric, the battery and brake recalls, warranty, real-world range, what to pay against new stock and a printable checklist.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .