Head-to-head
Mini Countryman Electric vs Deepal E07
Just $90 separates the Mini Countryman Electric and Deepal E07 on starting price, but the Deepal E07 goes 49 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Mini Countryman Electric
The largest Mini — now electric, built in BMW's Leipzig plant. Shares its electric architecture with the BMW iX1. 501 km WLTP range is meaningful for a Mini.
- From
- $64,990
- Range
- 501 km
- Battery
- 65.2 kWh
Option B · SUV
Deepal E07
Deepal's flagship — a 90 kWh battery, 240 kW DC charging, and a transformable cargo area where the rear glass tailgate folds down to create a ute-style tray. Genuinely novel in the AU segment.
- From
- $64,900
- Range
- 550 km
- Battery
- 90 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mini Countryman Electric and Deepal E07, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
DC charging · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 accepts 110 kW more DC peak charging (240 vs 130 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 2
Battery · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 carries a 24.8 kWh larger battery (90 vs 65.2 kWh).
- 3
Range · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 goes 49 km further on a charge (550 vs 501 km WLTP).
- 4
Power · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 puts down 82 kW more (252 vs 170 kW).
- 5
Warranty · advantage Deepal E07
The Deepal E07 covers the vehicle for 2 more years (7 vs 5 yrs).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mini Countryman Electric wins
Trails the Deepal E07 on the core specs we measure.
Where the Deepal E07 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $90
- ▸ 49 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6.7s vs 8.5s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (240 kW vs 130 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Mini Countryman Electric
What we like
- ✓ Longest Mini ever (most practical interior)
- ✓ 501 km WLTP range from 65 kWh battery
- ✓ German-built (BMW Leipzig)
What we don't
- ✕ Largest Mini ever — divisive for fans of small Minis
- ✕ Premium pricing within Mini range
- ✕ Modest 0–100 by EV standards
Deepal E07
What we like
- ✓ 240 kW DC charging is class-leading
- ✓ Unique transformable cargo area (SUV/ute hybrid)
- ✓ Long 8-year / 240,000 km battery warranty
What we don't
- ✕ AC charging limited to 7 kW (single-phase)
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Deepal dealer/service network is brand new
Frequently asked: Mini Countryman Electric vs Deepal E07
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mini Countryman Electric or the Deepal E07?
- The Deepal E07 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $64,900 versus $64,990 for the Mini Countryman Electric, a $90 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Deepal E07 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 550 km, 49 km further than the Mini Countryman Electric's 501 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 Deepal E07 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 240 kW versus 130 kW for the Mini Countryman Electric. 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 Deepal E07 does 0–100 km/h in 6.7 seconds — 1.8 s quicker than the Mini Countryman Electric's 8.5 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 Deepal E07 is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 5 years for the Mini Countryman Electric. 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
Mini Countryman Electric
if…
- ✓ you match the profile: mini families
Choose the
Deepal E07
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (49 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
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.