Mini Cooper SE

Overview

The 2025 Mini Cooper EV SE zips into the US market as a premium, fun-loving electric hatch, perfect for city slickers wanting style and zero emissions. This SE trim cranks up the excitement with more power and kit than the entry-level Cooper E. Key highlights include its iconic go-kart handling, a funky new minimalist interior dominated by a massive round OLED screen, and that unmistakable Mini charm. Expect a starting price around $31,895 new for this SE. Early models of this generation might be found used starting from approximately $22,420. It’s a proper little pocket rocket!

What's New for 2025?

The 2025 model year marks a massive leap for the electric Mini Cooper SE, as it’s an entirely new generation hitting US shores! Forget a gentle refresh; this is a ground-up redesign. You’re looking at a fresh exterior with smoother lines and trick new lighting, a radically minimalist interior headlined by a stunning circular OLED display, and updated electric powertrain tech for improved pep and efficiency. It also introduces new digital experiences and advanced driver-assistance features, making this Mini smarter and safer than ever. It's a total transformation for the little electric icon.

Design & Exterior

The 2025 Cooper SE keeps the classic Mini proportions but with a super modern, almost concept-car-like simplicity. It’s got those signature round headlights, now with cool LED tech and customizable signatures, and flush door handles for a sleeker look. Around back, the taillights can feature different animated Union Jack patterns. It’s still compact and cheeky, measuring 151.9 inches long, 69.1 inches wide (excluding mirrors), and 57.5 inches tall. The SE trim often gets sportier wheels and unique accents, making it stand out as the peppier choice.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Jump inside the 2025 Cooper SE, and BAM! Your eyes are drawn to the incredible 9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen – it’s the heart of the cabin, running Mini’s new OS with vibrant graphics, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The rest of the interior is minimalist, using sustainable materials and nifty toggle switches. It’s a strict four-seater. Cargo space is city-car typical at 7.1 cubic feet in the trunk, expanding to 28.3 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. Sadly, there's no frunk for your charging cables.

Performance & Driving Experience

The Cooper SE lives up to Mini’s fun-to-drive reputation, big time! With its front-wheel-drive setup powered by a single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM), it zaps from 0-60 mph in a brisk 6.9 seconds. That motor churns out 160 kW and a punchy 243 lb-ft of instant torque, making it feel really eager around town. Expect that trademark go-kart handling, sharp steering, and a firm but well-controlled ride. Multiple regenerative braking modes let you tailor the one-pedal driving feel, adding to the engagement. It’s a hoot to drive!

Range, Battery & Charging

The Cooper SE packs a 49.2 kWh (usable) battery, delivering a Green Cars Compare estimated real-world range of around 179 miles – decent for its class. Energy consumption is rated at a tidy 3.64 mi/kWh. For charging, its standard 7.4 kW on-board AC charger will fill it up overnight (around 7 hours). Hooked up to a DC fast charger via its CCS Type 1 port, it can slurp power at up to 95 kW, juicing the battery from 10-80% in about 30 minutes. No word yet on V2L for the US spec.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

While official NHTSA or IIHS safety ratings for the 2025 Cooper SE are likely pending its full US launch, expect Mini to pack it with modern safety tech. Standard features will probably include essentials like forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and a rearview camera. The SE trim should offer access to Mini's "Driving Assistant" package, potentially making features like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring available, either standard or as part of an option pack. Always check the latest specs for standard fitment on the SE.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Mini typically backs its cars with a solid warranty package. Expect the 2025 Cooper EV SE to come with a 4-year/50,000-mile basic limited warranty. Crucially for an EV, the high-voltage battery should be covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, protecting against significant degradation. Powertrain coverage usually aligns with the basic warranty. Mini has also traditionally offered complimentary scheduled maintenance for the first few years (often 3 years/36,000 miles), which is a nice perk, though EV maintenance needs are generally lower.