Head-to-head
Alfa Romeo Junior vs Mini Aceman
Just $1,910 separates the Alfa Romeo Junior and Mini Aceman on starting price, but the Alfa Romeo Junior goes 97 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Alfa Romeo Junior
Alfa Romeo's first electric SUV — a small Stellantis-platform crossover built in Pomigliano d'Arco. The Veloce variant cuts 0-100 to 6 seconds with a sportier tune.
- From
- $57,900
- Range
- 407 km
- Battery
- 54 kWh
Option B · SUV
Mini Aceman
Mini's new electric-only small crossover slots between the Cooper hatch and Countryman. Modest 38.5 kWh battery keeps the price down but limits range.
- From
- $55,990
- Range
- 310 km
- Battery
- 38.5 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Alfa Romeo Junior and Mini Aceman, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Alfa Romeo Junior
The Alfa Romeo Junior goes 97 km further on a charge (407 vs 310 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Alfa Romeo Junior
The Alfa Romeo Junior carries a 15.5 kWh larger battery (54 vs 38.5 kWh).
- 3
Warranty · advantage Mini Aceman
The Mini Aceman covers the vehicle for 2 more years (5 vs 3 yrs).
- 4
DC charging · advantage Alfa Romeo Junior
The Alfa Romeo Junior accepts 25 kW more DC peak charging (100 vs 75 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 5
Boot · advantage Alfa Romeo Junior
The Alfa Romeo Junior swallows 100 L more cargo with the rear seats up (400 vs 300 L).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Alfa Romeo Junior wins
- ▸ 97 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (100 kW vs 75 kW)
Where the Mini Aceman wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,910
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.9s vs 9s)
- ▸ Longer warranty (5 years)
Alfa Romeo Junior
What we like
- ✓ Distinctive Alfa Romeo design
- ✓ Genuine Italian heritage in a small EV
- ✓ Useful 400 L boot
What we don't
- ✕ Just 3-year vehicle warranty
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP rated
- ✕ Pricing premium over near-identical Jeep Avenger
Mini Aceman
What we like
- ✓ Mini character in a more practical crossover body
- ✓ Fresh 5-star Euro NCAP rating
- ✓ Distinctive interior design language
What we don't
- ✕ 310 km WLTP range is modest for the price
- ✕ Small 38.5 kWh battery limits long trips
- ✕ China origin matters to some Mini fans
Frequently asked: Alfa Romeo Junior vs Mini Aceman
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Alfa Romeo Junior or the Mini Aceman?
- The Mini Aceman is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $55,990 versus $57,900 for the Alfa Romeo Junior, a $1,910 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Alfa Romeo Junior has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 407 km, 97 km further than the Mini Aceman's 310 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Alfa Romeo Junior accepts a peak DC charging rate of 100 kW versus 75 kW for the Mini Aceman. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Mini Aceman does 0–100 km/h in 7.9 seconds — 1.1 s quicker than the Alfa Romeo Junior's 9.0 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The Mini Aceman is covered by a 5-year vehicle warranty, versus 3 years for the Alfa Romeo Junior. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Alfa Romeo Junior
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (97 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (100 L more boot)
- ✓ you match the profile: alfa loyalists
Choose the
Mini Aceman
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
- ✓ you match the profile: city couples
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.