Global EV Comparison: Mini Cooper SE vs Cooper EV JCW
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) has a starting price of €36900, compared to the Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…), which starts at €40650.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Hatchback.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | China |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €36900 | €40650 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €33990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 183 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 402 km | 371 km |
| Range (GCC) | 288 km | 321 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54.2 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49.2 kWh | 49.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.1 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.85 km/kWh | 6.52 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.7 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 95 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 95 kW | 95 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.9 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 190 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 255 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.9 | 4.4 |
Dimensions
The Mini Cooper SE (2023-…) and Mini Cooper JCW (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3858 mm | 3858 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1967 mm | 1967 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1756 mm | 1756 mm |
| Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2526 mm | 2526 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models provide equal trunk space and the same total cargo volume when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Mini Cooper SE | Mini Cooper JCW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1600 kg | 1730 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 200 l | 200 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 800 l | 800 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 3.6 | 3.6 |
