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MINI Cooper vs MINI Electric
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
Selected trimLevel 1 · 2019-24Change trim145 mi · 32.6 kWh · £27,900
At a glance
In this comparison, MINI Cooper leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the MINI Electric stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Cooper 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 fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Cooper leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueCooper
Cooper
5.7
Electric
4.8
Motorway RangeCooper
Cooper
4.4
Electric
3.6
Family
Cooper
4.4
Electric
4.4
Too close to call
ChargingCooper
Cooper
5.2
Electric
2.5
Cost Per MileCooper
Cooper
8.5
Electric
7.5
City Driving
Cooper
9
Electric
8.7
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 CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,155 (better) | £27,900 |
| Official range | 190 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| Boot space | 210 L | 211 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 28 min (better) | 31 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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MINI Cooper
MINI Electric
Length
MINI Cooper3,858mm
MINI Electric3,845mm-13mm
Width
MINI Cooper1,756mm
MINI Electric1,727mm-29mm
Height
MINI Cooper1,460mm
MINI Electric1,432mm-28mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,858 mm | 3,845 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,756 mm | 1,727 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,944 mm (better) | 1,999 mm |
| Height | 1,460 mm | 1,432 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 644 mm spare | 673 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 4 |
| Rear legroom | 778 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 210 L | 211 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 800 L (better) | 731 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |  MINI Electric Level 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.86m | 3.85m-13mm |
| Width | 1.76m | 1.73m-29mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.94m | 2.00m+55mm |
| Height | 1.46m | 1.43m-28mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.53m | 2.50m-31mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 127mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 210L | 211L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 800L (better) | 731L |
| Seats | Not available | 4 |
| Rear Legroom | 778mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,615kg | 1,365kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 40.7kWh (better) | 32.6kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi (better) | 145 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 75kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,155 (better) | £27,900 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2019–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 121 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 28 min (better) | 31 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 75 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 36.6 kWh (better) | 28.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 135 kW | 135 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
MINI Electric
Level 1
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £28,900 | £12,287 |
| Average used price | £28,900 | £13,025 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 2 listings | 35 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 107.5% over ~6 months |
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
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - MINI Electric Level 1
Tested 2014
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant73%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist56%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI CooperCooper E | MINI ElectricLevel 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MINI Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
MINI Electric
- £12,5712020Car360View
- £27,9732025Car360View
- £27,2222024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Electric worth the extra £1,745 over the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Electric costs £1,745 more than the MINI Cooper. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The MINI Cooper is not just cheaper - it also offers 45 miles more WLTP range and 25 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Cooper comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Cooper or the MINI Electric?
The MINI Cooper is £1,745 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 £1,785 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 Cooper and MINI Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the MINI Cooper and 121 miles for the MINI Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Cooper goes roughly 37 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Cooper or the MINI Electric?
The two are within 29 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 673 mm of total clearance for the MINI Electric and about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Cooper or the MINI Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Cooper and 84% for the MINI Electric. 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. 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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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .