Global EV Comparison: Mini Cooper E vs BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
Share:

Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!

Instantly compare key specs and get tailored insights to find your ideal EV.
Just a sec! AI is comparing every detail for you...

Your AI Summary Is Ready!

General Info

The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €32900. The BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €18125 on the used car market.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.

Property Mini Cooper E BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
Years of Production 2023-… 2017-2018
Current Status Produced Discontinued
Country of Manufacture China Germany
Body Style Hatchback Hatchback
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price Europe (New) €32900 - Price Europe (New)
Price Europe (Used) €30999 €18125
GCC Score 5.3 5

Range and Efficiency

The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018).

Property Mini Cooper E BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 172 km
Range (WLTP) 307 km - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 262 km 187 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 40.7 kWh 33.2 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 36.6 kWh 27.2 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 14 kWh/100 km 14.5 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 7.16 km/kWh 6.88 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.5 5.8

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 70 kW, while the BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) maxes out at 50 kW.

The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) is limited to 7.4 kW.

Property Mini Cooper E BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 7.4 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 70 kW 50 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 5.2 4

Performance

The BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mini Cooper E (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Mini Cooper E BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
Drive Type FWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 135 kW 135 kW
Motor Power (hp) 181 hp 181 hp
Motor Torque 290 Nm 270 Nm
0-100 km/h 7.3 s 6.9 s
Top Speed 160 km/h 160 km/h
Performance Score 3.5 3.5

Dimensions

The BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Mini Cooper E BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
Length 3858 mm 4006 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 1967 mm 2039 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1756 mm 1791 mm
Height 1460 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase 2526 mm 2570 mm

Cargo and Towing

The BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah (2017-2018) 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 in the EU.

Property Mini Cooper E BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
Number of Seats 4 4
Curb Weight 1500 kg 1340 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 200 l 260 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 800 l 1100 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 3.6 4.3
Comparison list
2 cars
Let's Compare
Comparison list cleared