Head-to-head
Mini Aceman vs Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Aceman starts $9,000 (14%) below the Mini Countryman Electric. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · 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
Option B · 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
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mini Aceman and Mini Countryman Electric, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric goes 191 km further on a charge (501 vs 310 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric carries a 26.7 kWh larger battery (65.2 vs 38.5 kWh).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric accepts 55 kW more DC peak charging (130 vs 75 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Boot · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric swallows 160 L more cargo with the rear seats up (460 vs 300 L).
- 5
Price · advantage Mini Aceman
The Mini Aceman undercuts the Mini Countryman Electric by $9,000 (14%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mini Aceman wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $9,000
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.9s vs 8.5s)
Where the Mini Countryman Electric wins
- ▸ 191 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 kW vs 75 kW)
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
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
Frequently asked: Mini Aceman vs Mini Countryman Electric
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mini Aceman or the Mini Countryman Electric?
- The Mini Aceman is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $55,990 versus $64,990 for the Mini Countryman Electric, a $9,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Mini Countryman Electric has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 501 km, 191 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 Mini Countryman Electric accepts a peak DC charging rate of 130 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 — 0.6 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.
- Is the Mini Aceman better value than the Mini Countryman Electric?
- On paper the Mini Aceman is $9,000 cheaper, but trails the Mini Countryman Electric on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the Mini Countryman Electric is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Mini Aceman
if…
- ✓ you want to save $9,000 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: city couples
Choose the
Mini Countryman Electric
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (191 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (160 L more boot)
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.