Head-to-head
Mini Cooper Electric vs Fiat 500e
The Fiat 500e starts $6,490 (11%) below the Mini Cooper Electric. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · Hatch
Mini Cooper Electric
The new Mini Cooper Electric — built initially in China through the Spotlight Automotive joint venture, with UK production from 2026. Two electric variants (Cooper E and Cooper SE) replace the petrol Mini hatch in many markets.
- From
- $58,990
- Range
- 400 km
- Battery
- 54.2 kWh
Option B · Hatch
Fiat 500e
The reborn Fiat 500 as an EV — built in Mirafiori, Turin. Cute, charming, and unmistakably Italian, but the 311 km WLTP range and tiny 185 L boot make it a city car only.
- From
- $52,500
- Range
- 311 km
- Battery
- 42 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mini Cooper Electric and Fiat 500e, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Mini Cooper Electric
The Mini Cooper Electric goes 89 km further on a charge (400 vs 311 km WLTP).
- 2
Power · advantage Mini Cooper Electric
The Mini Cooper Electric puts down 103 kW more (190 vs 87 kW).
- 3
Battery · advantage Mini Cooper Electric
The Mini Cooper Electric carries a 12.2 kWh larger battery (54.2 vs 42 kWh).
- 4
Warranty · advantage Mini Cooper Electric
The Mini Cooper Electric covers the vehicle for 2 more years (5 vs 3 yrs).
- 5
Price · advantage Fiat 500e
The Fiat 500e undercuts the Mini Cooper Electric by $6,490 (11%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mini Cooper Electric wins
- ▸ 89 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.3s vs 9s)
- ▸ Longer warranty (5 years)
Where the Fiat 500e wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $6,490
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (85 kW vs 75 kW)
Mini Cooper Electric
What we like
- ✓ Iconic Mini design and character
- ✓ Fresh 5-star ANCAP rating from 2025
- ✓ Energetic 0–100 from the SE variant
What we don't
- ✕ Tiny 211 L boot for a hatch
- ✕ DC charging peak (75 kW) trails Korean/Chinese rivals
- ✕ China origin matters to some Mini fans
Fiat 500e
What we like
- ✓ Genuine Italian design charm
- ✓ Compact 3.6 m length perfect for city parking
- ✓ Quick 25-min DC charge (10-80%)
What we don't
- ✕ Just 3-year vehicle warranty
- ✕ Tiny 185 L boot
- ✕ 4-star ANCAP rating trails most rivals
Frequently asked: Mini Cooper Electric vs Fiat 500e
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mini Cooper Electric or the Fiat 500e?
- The Fiat 500e is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $52,500 versus $58,990 for the Mini Cooper Electric, a $6,490 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Mini Cooper Electric has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 400 km, 89 km further than the Fiat 500e's 311 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 Fiat 500e accepts a peak DC charging rate of 85 kW versus 75 kW for the Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper Electric does 0–100 km/h in 7.3 seconds — 1.7 s quicker than the Fiat 500e's 9.0 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Fiat 500e better value than the Mini Cooper Electric?
- On paper the Fiat 500e is $6,490 cheaper, but the Mini Cooper Electric edges ahead on most other measurable specs. Whether the saving justifies the gap depends on which features matter most to you, and how much weight you give to brand and dealer factors.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Mini Cooper Electric
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (89 km further per charge)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (2 more years of cover)
Choose the
Fiat 500e
if…
- ✓ you want to save $6,490 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: city singles
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.