Global EV Comparison: Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh vs Mini Cooper Convertible SE
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General Info
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €41490. The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €37999 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Cabriolet.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | - Country of Manufacture |
| Body Style | Cabriolet | Cabriolet |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €41490 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €18950 | €37999 |
| GCC Score | 4.7 | 4.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024).
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 310 km | 201 km |
| Range (GCC) | 266 km | 171 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 32.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 37.3 kWh | 28.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.13 km/kWh | 5.92 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 kW, while the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) maxes out at 49 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 85 kW | 49 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.9 | 5.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 87 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 117 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) is longer and wider, but the Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) is taller.
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3631 mm | 3850 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1683 mm | 1727 mm |
| Height | 1529 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2322 mm | 2495 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 185 l | 160 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 550 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.8 | 2.5 |
