Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 Pure vs Mini Cooper SE
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General Info
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €36900. The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €21499 on the used car market.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) is a SUV, whereas the Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2023 | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €36900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €21499 | €33990 |
| GCC Score | 5.4 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Cooper SE (2023-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 183 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 361 km | 402 km |
| Range (GCC) | 305 km | 288 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 49.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.87 km/kWh | 5.85 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.9 | 5.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) maxes out at 95 kW.
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 95 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4.9 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 109 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 146 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.6 | 3.9 |
Dimensions
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4584 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height | 1642 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2526 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) 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).
The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure (2021-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 Pure | Mini Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1891 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 543 l | 200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1575 l | 800 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 3.6 |
