Global EV Comparison: Peugeot e-208 51 kWh vs Mini Cooper SE
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General Info
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €40875. The Mini Cooper SE (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €15850 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Slovakia | - Country of Manufacture |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €40875 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30488 | €15850 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 4.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Cooper SE (2021-2024).
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 183 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | 234 km |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 185 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 51 kWh | 32.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 48.1 kWh | 28.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.1 kWh/100 km | 15.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.07 km/kWh | 6.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Mini Cooper SE (2021-2024) maxes out at 49 kW.
The Mini Cooper SE (2021-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 49 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper SE (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 115 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 154 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Mini Cooper SE (2021-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4055 mm | 3850 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1960 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1727 mm |
| Height | 1430 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2540 mm | 2495 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Peugeot e-208 51 kWh (2023-…) 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 | Peugeot e-208 51 kWh | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 265 l | 211 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1106 l | 731 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.5 | 3.5 |
