Global EV Comparison: Mini Cooper Convertible SE vs Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh
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General Info
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €41490. 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 | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | - Country of Manufacture | Italy |
| Body Style | Cabriolet | Cabriolet |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €41490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €37999 | €18950 |
| GCC Score | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Range and Efficiency
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024).
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 201 km | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 171 km | 266 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 32.6 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 28.9 kWh | 37.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 14 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.92 km/kWh | 7.13 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 kW, while the Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) maxes out at 49 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 49 kW | 85 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.1 | 4.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 87 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 117 hp |
| Motor Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 2.7 |
Dimensions
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) is longer and wider, but the Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh (2020-…) is taller.
The Mini Cooper SE Convertible (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3850 mm | 3631 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1900 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1727 mm | 1683 mm |
| Height | 1432 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2495 mm | 2322 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 | Mini Cooper Convertible SE | Fiat 500e Cabrio 42 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1540 kg | 1405 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 160 l | 185 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 550 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 2.5 | 2.8 |
