Head-to-head
Mini Cooper Electric vs Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Cooper Electric starts $6,000 (9%) below the Mini Countryman 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 · 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 Cooper Electric 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 101 km further on a charge (501 vs 400 km WLTP).
- 2
Boot · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric swallows 249 L more cargo with the rear seats up (460 vs 211 L).
- 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
Battery · advantage Mini Countryman Electric
The Mini Countryman Electric carries a 11.0 kWh larger battery (65.2 vs 54.2 kWh).
- 5
Price · advantage Mini Cooper Electric
The Mini Cooper Electric undercuts the Mini Countryman Electric by $6,000 (9%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mini Cooper Electric wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $6,000
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.3s vs 8.5s)
Where the Mini Countryman Electric wins
- ▸ 101 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 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
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 Cooper Electric vs Mini Countryman Electric
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mini Cooper Electric or the Mini Countryman Electric?
- The Mini Cooper Electric is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $58,990 versus $64,990 for the Mini Countryman Electric, a $6,000 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, 101 km further than the Mini Cooper Electric's 400 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 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 — 1.2 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 Cooper Electric better value than the Mini Countryman Electric?
- On paper the Mini Cooper Electric is $6,000 cheaper, but the Mini Countryman 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…
- ✓ you want to save $6,000 on the sticker
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: mini loyalists
Choose the
Mini Countryman Electric
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (101 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (249 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.