Global EV Comparison: Maserati GranCabrio Folgore vs Mini Cooper Convertible SE
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General Info
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €206713. 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 | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | - Country of Manufacture |
| Body Style | Cabriolet | Cabriolet |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €206713 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37999 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 4.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024).
| Property | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 375 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 447 km | 201 km |
| Range (GCC) | 371 km | 171 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 92.5 kWh | 32.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 83 kWh | 28.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.4 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.47 km/kWh | 5.92 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 5 |
Charging
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) maxes out at 49 kW.
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 49 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 9.6 | 5.1 |
Performance
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) is front-wheel drive, while the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 560 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 751 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.8 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 290 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.1 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) is longer and wider, but the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) is taller.
The Maserati GranCabrio Folgore (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4955 mm | 3850 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2113 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1957 mm | 1727 mm |
| Height | 1365 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2929 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 | Maserati GranCabrio Folgore | Mini Cooper Convertible SE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2415 kg | 1540 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 151 l | 160 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.7 | 2.5 |
