In this review…
With personality bursting on the inside and on the road, the new MINI Electric is one of the finest works of an already-legendary name.
The new MINI Electric is one of the rare moments in motoring where a beloved name reinvents itself and becomes a key player in the next generation. It’s a difficult balance between trying to implement EV technology well enough to be competitive with retaining what made the original MINI so endearing – its looks, handling and character. Add to that the fact that there are plenty of electric car leasing deals on offer, such as the Fiat 500 and Honda e, but is the MINI Electric the ultimate solution? We take a 360-degree view to find out.
Body & Interior
The new MINI electric makes it known how cutting-edge it is through its outer design. You’ve still got the cute headlights and Union Jack taillights, but in between, you’re treated to new additions such as a brand new, future-forward set of 16-inch alloy wheels. Plus, whatever body colour you choose, it is coated in ultra-durable, chip-resistant metallic paint, meaning those adorable looks will still be fresh in years to come.
Inside the MINI Electric is splashed with that ever-popular circular design that makes the space feel more bubbly and cheeky than your average small car. At the core of the experience lies an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system which can offer a split-screen to allow you and the passengers to display and control two different apps at once. There’s more where that came from – depending on what spec you choose, you can relax with heated seats, a rear-view camera, power-folding door mirrors and even a panoramic sunroof if you opt for the top-spec version.
Driving Electric
Driving the MINI Electric is not just as characteristic as its fossil fuel cousin, but it actually streaks ahead, literally. Even though naturally, the new MINI Electric is heavier than the original, its dune buggy-like handling is retained. Plus, this is now coupled with the immense acceleration of an electric car that will make slip roads feel like a hyperloop. This is a car created for the B-roads and motorways, and you’ve got 181bhp to enjoy them with.
MINI has certainly delivered a spectacular driving experience, but have they made it a practical option? Well, they claim that a full charge costs £5.30, making running costs almost zero compared to that of its petrol counterpart. The MINI Electric’s range is just over 140 miles, which means shorter trips – the trips you’ll likely be purchasing a small 3-door hatchback for anyways – are no hassle.
Final Verdict on the New MINI Electric
With personality bursting on the inside and on the road, the MINI Electric is one of the finest works of an already-legendary name. As an EV, it will do a fantastic job in encouraging people to take the leap with its unchanged quality and may even win them over entirely. Electric small cars have just had a major rival come to the fore.
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