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MINI Aceman vs Vauxhall Corsa
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Aceman leads on motorway range and running costs, while the Vauxhall Corsa leads on family practicality and charging speed.
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
Choose the Vauxhall Corsa if...
- 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 MINI Aceman edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
MINI
5.7
Vauxhall
5.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMINI
MINI
3.9
Vauxhall
3.3
FamilyVauxhall
MINI
4.7
Vauxhall
5.2
ChargingVauxhall
MINI
2.9
Vauxhall
5.5
Cost Per MileMINI
MINI
9.3
Vauxhall
4.1
City Driving
MINI
8.1
Vauxhall
7.9
Too close to call
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 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,310 | £27,505 (better) |
| Official range | 191 miles | 221 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 300 L (better) | 267 L |
| 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
Vauxhall Corsa
Length
MINI Aceman4,079mm
Vauxhall Corsa4,060mm-19mm
Width
MINI Aceman1,754mm-11mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,765mm
Height
MINI Aceman1,514mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,433mm-81mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,079 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,754 mm (better) | 1,765 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,984 mm | 1,960 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,433 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 646 mm spare (better) | 635 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 822 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 300 L (better) | 267 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1005 L | 1081 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Aceman E |  Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.08m | 4.06m-19mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.76m+11mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 1.96m-24mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.43m-81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.61m | 2.54m-68mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 300L (better) | 267L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1005L | 1081L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 822mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,720kg | 1,469kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 50kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 191 mi | 221 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,310 | £27,505 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £28,310 (not eligible) | £26,005 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 191 miles | 221 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 159 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 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 |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 38.5 kWh | 46 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 135 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MINI Aceman
E
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
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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 - Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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MINI Aceman
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Vauxhall Corsa
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MINI Aceman
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Vauxhall Corsa
- £10,9742022Car360View
- £12,6952023Drive GreenView
- £9,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Aceman or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Vauxhall Corsa is £805 cheaper to buy. The MINI Aceman is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Vauxhall Corsa, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Corsa comes out roughly £605 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 Vauxhall Corsa like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 159 miles for the MINI Aceman and 149 miles for the Vauxhall Corsa - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. 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 Vauxhall Corsa?
The two are within 11 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 635 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Corsa.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Aceman or the Vauxhall Corsa?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Aceman and 84% for the Vauxhall Corsa. 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.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .