USA EV Comparison: Mini Cooper E vs Honda e Base
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General Info
While the Mini Cooper E (2023-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Honda e (2020-2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Japan |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 4.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Honda e (2020-2022).
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 191 mi | 138 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 163 mi | 117 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40.7 kWh | 35.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 36.6 kWh | 28.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 22.5 kWh/100 mi | 24.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.45 mi/kWh | 4.11 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 70 kW, while the Honda e (2020-2022) maxes out at 46 kW.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Honda e (2020-2022) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 70 kW | 46 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 3.5 |
Performance
The Honda e (2020-2022) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mini Cooper E (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 214 lb-ft | 232 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7 s | 8.7 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 90 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 2.9 |
Dimensions
The Honda e (2020-2022) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 151.9 in | 153.3 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 77.4 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 69.1 in | 69 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 59.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 99.9 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Honda e (2020-2022) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Honda e Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 3307 lb | 3501 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 7.1 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 28.3 ft3 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.8 |
