Global EV Comparison: Mini Cooper E vs Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) has a starting price of €32900, compared to the Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh (2025-...), which starts at €33700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Spain |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €32900 | €33700 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €30999 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 307 km | 426 km |
| Range (GCC) | 262 km | 371 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 40.7 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 36.6 kWh | 50.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14 kWh/100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.16 km/kWh | 7.3 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Mini Cooper E (2023-…) maxes out at 70 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 70 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.1 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper E (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 115 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 154 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 8.2 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh (2025-...) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Mini Cooper E (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mini Cooper E | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3858 mm | 4080 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1955 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1756 mm | 1760 mm |
| Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2526 mm | 2545 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh (2025-...) 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 | Lancia Ypsilon 54 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1500 kg | 1561 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 200 l | 309 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 800 l | 1118 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.6 |
