Video Summary
- The reviewed car is the new Mini Electric, looking to fix complaints of the old model.- The new car’s circular LED lights offer a light signature that is customizable.
- The front retains the Mini logo with the John Cooper Works badge.
- The front grill is surrounded by an octagonal frame.
- The door handles are flush to assist the drag coefficient of 0.28, giving the car a slick look.
- The charge port supports DC charging of up to 95kW.
- The reviewed model has John Cooper Works rims and brake calipers.
- The trim levels are Classic, Exclusive, and Sport, with the reviewed model being the John Cooper Works edition.
- On the back, the taillights are triangular with the Union Jack.
- A back window wiper was included.
- Boot space is tiny, around 210 Liters.
- The reviewer also mentions the Mini Countryman for those seeking a more practical model.
- The Mini Cooper electric E starts at £30,000 and the SE starts at £34,500.
- It comes with leatherette seating for sustainability.
- The front is spacious, equipped with toggle bars, OLED display, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
- Has a selfie camera to record journeys.
- The E has a 40.7 kWh battery, while the SE gives you 54.2 kWh.
- E version: 290Nm Torque, 0-62mph in 7.3s, 190 miles range.
- SE version: 330Nm Torque, 0-62mph in 6.7s, 249 miles range.
- The E has 184 HP, compared to the SE with 218 HP.
- The E has a top speed of 99mph, versus 106 mph for the SE.
- The price for the reviewed version costs £42,470.
- The car is fun to drive, with a sharp throttle and responsive steering.
- It handles corners well and feels safe to control.
- The reviewer loves its driving dynamics, steering ratio and suspension feel.
- Ride over potholes is not forgiving.
- Overall it's a premium quality, fun car to drive.
