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MINI Aceman vs Smart #1
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Aceman leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Smart #1 leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Smart #1 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Aceman leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
MINI
5.7
Smart
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMINI
MINI
3.9
Smart
1.9
FamilySmart
MINI
4.7
Smart
5.4
Cost Per MileMINI
MINI
9.3
Smart
1.9
City DrivingMINI
MINI
8.1
Smart
6
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 | MINI AcemanE | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,310 (better) | £29,960 |
| Official range | 191 miles | 193 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 300 L | 313 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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MINI Aceman
Smart #1
Length
MINI Aceman4,079mm-191mm
Smart #14,270mm
Width
MINI Aceman1,754mm-68mm
Smart #11,822mm
Height
MINI Aceman1,514mm-122mm
Smart #11,636mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,079 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,754 mm (better) | 1,822 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,984 mm (better) | 2,025 mm |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 646 mm spare (better) | 578 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | 822 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 300 L | 313 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1005 L (better) | 976 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | 15 L (better) |
| 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.
Smart #1
- At 4,270 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Aceman E |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.08m | 4.27m+191mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.82m+68mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 2.02m+41mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.64m+122mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.61m | 2.75m+144mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 300L | 313L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1005L (better) | 976L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | 822mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,720kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 191 mi | 193 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,310 (better) | £29,960 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 191 miles | 193 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 159 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 75 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 38.5 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | Not available |
| Power | 135 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MINI Aceman
E
Smart #1
Pure
7.5/10
average across 4 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- Top Gear7/10
- DrivingElectric3.5/5
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MINI Aceman
All 3 videos
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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 - Smart #1 Pure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 201,168 km |
Buying options
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MINI Aceman
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Smart #1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MINI Aceman
No active listings.
Smart #1
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Smart #1 worth the extra £1,650 over the MINI Aceman?
The Smart #1 costs £1,650 more than the MINI Aceman. For that premium it adds 55 kW faster peak rapid charging and 65 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Aceman comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Aceman or the Smart #1?
The MINI Aceman is £1,650 cheaper to buy. The MINI Aceman is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £200 for the Smart #1, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Aceman comes out roughly £1,970 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 Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 159 miles for the MINI Aceman and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Aceman goes roughly 26 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 Smart #1?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 68 mm narrower than the Smart #1. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Aceman or the Smart #1?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Aceman and 90% for the Smart #1. That gives the Smart #1 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Smart #1's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the MINI Aceman'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 .