MINI Aceman SE
Electric crossover · 4W · Launched 2024
GBP 31,800 - 38,500
≈ ₹35.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
406 km
Battery
54.2 kWh
Top speed
170 km/h
Charge
7 hr
Power
218 bhp
Seats
5
Available colors
Overview
Mini's first dedicated electric crossover, slotting between the Cooper Electric and the Countryman. 406 km WLTP range from a 54.2 kWh pack. Built at the Spotlight Automotive JV in China. The Aceman is Mini's first 5-door EV-only model.
Best for
City-focused buyers wanting Mini fun-to-drive feel with EV-only crossover practicality
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Mini character with crossover practicality
- Round OLED dash is striking
- 406 km WLTP — solid for the segment
- Go-kart handling carried over
−Cons
- China-built — some EU buyer concerns
- Boot at 300L modest for crossover
- Mini brand carries premium pricing
- No AWD variant
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by MINI in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Real-world range 15-20% below WLTP
Reported in earlier models — MINI has released fixes for newer batches.
Mini OS 9 occasional reboot — OTA fixed
Reported in earlier models — MINI has released fixes for newer batches.
DC charging tapers above 50%
Reported in earlier models — MINI has released fixes for newer batches.
Software localisation varies by market
Reported in earlier models — MINI has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the MINI Aceman SE in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 252 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 54.2 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does 10-80% in 30 min (95 kW DC).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: the MINI Aceman SE is well-suited to town and commuter driving — plan a rapid-charge stop for longer motorway journeys.
The MINI Aceman SE for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The MINI Aceman SE is rated at 252 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 54.2 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 54.2 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 406 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 7 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 30 min (95 kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 170 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 218 bhp |
| Torque | 330 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1730 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 300 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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GBP 31,800 - 38,500
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The MINI Aceman SE scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: City-focused buyers wanting Mini fun-to-drive feel with EV-only crossover practicality. Key strength: mini character with crossover practicality. Main consideration: china-built — some eu buyer concerns.
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