USA EV Comparison: Seat Mii Electric vs Mini Cooper SE
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) for as low as $16850, while the Seat Mii Electric (2019-2021) was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Seat Mii Electric | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2021 | 2020-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | - Country of Manufacture |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $16850 |
| GCC Score | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Seat Mii Electric (2019-2021) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021).
| Property | Seat Mii Electric | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 110 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 161 mi | 145 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 139 mi | 114 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 36.8 kWh | 32.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 32.3 kWh | 28.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 23.2 kWh/100 mi | 25.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.3 mi/kWh | 3.94 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 49 kW, while the Seat Mii Electric (2019-2021) maxes out at 40 kW.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Seat Mii Electric (2019-2021) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Seat Mii Electric | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 40 kW | 49 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Seat Mii Electric | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 61 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 82 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 156 lb-ft | 199 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 11.8 s | 7 s |
| Top Speed | 81 mph | 93 mph |
| Performance Score | 1.7 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) is longer and wider, but the Seat Mii Electric (2019-2021) is taller.
The Mini Cooper SE (2020-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Seat Mii Electric | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 140 in | 151.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 77.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 64.8 in | 68 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 56.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.3 in | 98.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Seat Mii Electric (2019-2021) 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Seat Mii Electric | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2723 lb | 3153 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 8.9 ft3 | 7.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 32.6 ft3 | 25.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
