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MINI Aceman vs Renault 4
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
Selected trimElectricChange trim249 mi · 52 kWh · £27,195
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Aceman stays competitive across the board, while the Renault 4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault 4 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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 Renault 4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueRenault
MINI
5.7
Renault
6.7
Motorway RangeRenault
MINI
3.9
Renault
5.4
FamilyRenault
MINI
4.7
Renault
6.5
ChargingRenault
MINI
2.9
Renault
5.3
Cost Per Mile
MINI
9.3
Renault
8.9
Too close to call
City Driving
MINI
8.1
Renault
7.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Renault 4
Electric
- £1,115 cheaper
- 58 miles more WLTP range
- 120 litres more boot space
- 25 kW faster rapid charging
- 4.5s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,310 | £27,195 (better) |
| Official range | 191 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 300 L | 420 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MINI Aceman
Renault 4
Length
MINI Aceman4,079mm-65mm
Renault 44,144mm
Width
MINI Aceman1,754mm-42mm
Renault 41,796mm
Height
MINI Aceman1,514mm-58mm
Renault 41,572mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,079 mm | 4,144 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,754 mm (better) | 1,796 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,984 mm (better) | 2,020 mm |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,572 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 646 mm spare (better) | 604 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 822 mm (better) | 164 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 300 L | 420 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1005 L | 1405 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
MINI Aceman
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Renault 4
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 420 L is bigger than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Aceman E |  Renault 4 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.08m | 4.14m+65mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.80m+42mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 2.02m+36mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.57m+58mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.61m | 2.62m+18mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 181mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 300L | 420L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1005L | 1405L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 822mm (better) | 164mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,720kg | 1,492kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 52kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 191 mi | 249 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,310 | £27,195 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £28,310 (not eligible) | £23,445 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 191 miles | 249 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 159 miles | 208 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 75 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 38.5 kWh | 52 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 135 kW (better) | 110 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 245 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Not available |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MINI Aceman
E
Renault 4
Electric
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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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Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Renault 4 Electric
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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MINI Aceman
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Renault 4
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MINI Aceman
No active listings.
Renault 4
- £22,4572026Cars2View
- £20,4992025Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Aceman worth the extra £1,115 over the Renault 4?
The MINI Aceman costs £1,115 more than the Renault 4. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Renault 4 is not just cheaper - it also offers 58 miles more WLTP range, 25 kW faster peak rapid charging and 120 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault 4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Aceman or the Renault 4?
The Renault 4 is £1,115 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Renault 4 comes out roughly £1,075 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MINI Aceman and Renault 4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 159 miles for the MINI Aceman and 208 miles for the Renault 4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Renault 4 goes roughly 48 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Aceman or the Renault 4?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 42 mm narrower than the Renault 4. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 604 mm of total clearance for the Renault 4.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Aceman or the Renault 4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Aceman and 84% for the Renault 4. 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.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .