USA EV Comparison: Mini Cooper E vs Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp

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General Info

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Mini Cooper E Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
Years of Production 2023-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China France
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 5.3 5.6

Range and Efficiency

While the Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).

Property Mini Cooper E Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
Range (WLTP) 191 mi 255 mi
Range (GCC) 163 mi 217 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 40.7 kWh 55 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 36.6 kWh 52 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 22.5 kWh/100 mi 24 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.45 mi/kWh 4.17 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.6 7.2

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Mini Cooper E (2023-…) maxes out at 70 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Mini Cooper E Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 70 kW 100 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 5.2 5.5

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Mini Cooper E Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM EESM
Motor Power (kW) 135 kW 110 kW
Motor Power (hp) 181 hp 150 hp
Motor Torque 214 lb-ft 181 lb-ft
0-60 mph 7 s 7.7 s
Top Speed 99 mph 93 mph
Performance Score 3.4 3

Dimensions

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Mini Cooper E Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
Length 151.9 in 154.4 in
Width (with Mirrors) 77.4 in 79.5 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 69.1 in 71.2 in
Height 57.5 in 59 in
Wheelbase 99.4 in 100 in

Cargo and Towing

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp (2024-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1102 lb, whereas the Mini Cooper E (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Mini Cooper E Renault 5 E-Tech EV52 150hp
Number of Seats 4 5
Curb Weight 3307 lb 3360 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 7.1 ft3 11.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 28.3 ft3 39.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity 1102 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 3.6 4.2
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