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MINI Aceman vs VW ID.4
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Aceman leads on running costs and city driving, while the VW ID.4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- 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 VW ID.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 VW ID.4 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVW
MINI
5.7
VW
7.4
Motorway RangeVW
MINI
3.9
VW
6.7
FamilyVW
MINI
4.7
VW
8.1
ChargingVW
MINI
2.9
VW
5.7
Cost Per MileMINI
MINI
9.3
VW
7.5
City DrivingMINI
MINI
8.1
VW
6.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
- 161 miles more WLTP range
- 233 litres more boot space
- 90 kW faster rapid charging
- 75 kW more power
- 6.0s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
- 250 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,310 (better) | £36,995 |
| Official range | 191 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 300 L | 533 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MINI Aceman
VW ID.4
Length
MINI Aceman4,079mm-505mm
VW ID.44,584mm
Width
MINI Aceman1,754mm-98mm
VW ID.41,852mm
Height
MINI Aceman1,514mm-120mm
VW ID.41,634mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,079 mm | 4,584 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,754 mm (better) | 1,852 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,984 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,634 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m | 10.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 646 mm spare (better) | 548 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 822 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 300 L | 533 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1005 L | 1575 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Aceman E |  VW ID.4 Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.08m | 4.58m+505mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.85m+98mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | Not available |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.63m+120mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.61m | 2.77m+165mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 300L | 533L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1005L | 1575L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 822mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.8m | 10.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,720kg (better) | 2,136kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 79kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 191 mi | 352 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW | 165kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,310 (better) | £36,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £28,310 (not eligible) | £35,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 191 miles | 352 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 159 miles | 293 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 75 kW | 165 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 38.5 kWh | 79 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.7 sec | 6.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 135 kW | 210 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 545 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
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MINI Aceman
E
VW ID.4
Pro Essential
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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 - VW ID.4 Pro Essential
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI AcemanE | VW ID.4Pro Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the VW ID.4 worth the extra £8,685 over the MINI Aceman?
The VW ID.4 costs £8,685 more than the MINI Aceman. For that premium it adds 161 miles more WLTP range, 90 kW faster peak rapid charging and 233 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Aceman or the VW ID.4?
The MINI Aceman is £8,685 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 MINI Aceman comes out roughly £8,765 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 VW ID.4 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 159 miles for the MINI Aceman and 293 miles for the VW ID.4 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The VW ID.4 goes roughly 134 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Aceman or the VW ID.4?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 98 mm narrower than the VW ID.4. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 548 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.4. The VW ID.4 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Aceman or the VW ID.4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Aceman and 84% for the VW ID.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.
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Data accuracy
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