MINI has launched the Aceman, its first electric car
By ForGeeks The first electric-only MINI, — it’s a fun crossover that indirectly replaces the old Clubman.
The first MINI to run solely on electricity — it’s a fun crossover that indirectly replaces the old Clubman.
MINI introduced us to a small electric crossover in mid-2022 with the Aceman concept. A few more years passed, and now the production version is finally here. The subsequent road-going model (J05) is almost identical, offering a bold design in a sea of mundane SUVs. While not quite as charismatic as the six-door Clubman it indirectly replaces, it manages to stand out despite a crowded segment.
The J05 is the only one that manages to stand out despite a crowded segment.
If you’re wondering why MINI isn’t releasing a five-door version of the electric Cooper 3-Door (F66), it’s because it would clash with the Aceman. Essentially, the newcomer is a more practical crossover equivalent to the hatchback. They’re even going to be built in the same factory in China before production of both EVs starts in the UK in 2026. Don’t expect both cars to appear in the United States before then.
And don’t expect both cars to be available in the United States before then.
With a length of 4.07 meters (160.2 inches), a width of 1.75 meters (68.9 inches) and a height of 1.50 meters (59 inches), the Aceman is predictably larger than an electric hatchback. According to MINI, the new crossover occupies a place between the Cooper and Countryman. While the three-door model’s trunk space ranges from 200 to 800 liters (7 to 28.2 cubic feet), you’ll get 300 to 1,005 liters (10.6 to 35.4 cubic feet) in the crossover. If you need more, roof rails will come standard.
At least in the crossover you’ll get 300 to 1,005 liters (10 to 35.4 cubic feet).
MINI intends to sell the 2025 Aceman in Essential, Classic, Favored and JCW trim levels. Each will feature a different set of design elements. John Cooper Works — it’s not the high-performance version, but the eponymous trim, which is a no-frills show. Whether a true Aceman JCW will be released at the end of its lifecycle remains to be seen.
A true Aceman JCW will be released at the end of its lifecycle.
The interior should seem familiar to you, as it’s largely taken over from the Cooper. The center of attention is undoubtedly the 9.4-inch round OLED screen. It runs the MINI iDrive 9’s counterpart to the MINI iDrive infotainment system and provides access to all the information you need. There’s no digital instrument cluster in front of you, but a full head-up display is optional.
A full head-up display is available.
The colorful exterior theme continues inside, with bold colors and intricate lighting. Some parts of the interior are upholstered in recycled polyester and others — faux leather. As with other recent MINIs, you can’t get genuine leather upholstery in the Aceman. Multicolored knitted textiles and red stitching are a great addition.
Aceman’s interior is a great place to start.
Luckily, not everything has been moved inside the circular display. MINI still integrates its signature switch panel below the screen. It now has a new look and integrates five separate buttons: parking brake, gear selector, stop/start, experience mode and volume control. Experience mode changes the ambient light settings, screen theme and artificial sounds fed through the speakers. MINI’s adorable little electric crossover will be front-wheel drive only. If you want AWD, you’ll have to upgrade to the larger Countryman. In base trim, the Aceman E will offer 181 horsepower and 290 Newton-meters (214 lb-ft) of torque. That’s enough to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 7.9 seconds and a top speed of 160 km/h. Upgrade to the Aceman SE and you get 215 hp and 330 Nm (243 lb-ft). This will reduce acceleration time to 7.1 seconds and the top speed will increase to 170 km/h.
The entry-level model is equipped with a 42.5 kWh battery rated for 193 miles (310 kilometers) of driving on the WLTP cycle. Its higher-end counterpart gets a more powerful 54.2 kWh battery with enough capacity for 252 miles (406 km) on a single charge. Owners can charge the Aceman E at up to 75 kW, while the SE supports 95 kW. When fully charged, it will take almost half an hour to charge the batteries from 10% to 80%.
The BMW-owned British brand has not yet disclosed pricing information. However, logic suggests that the Aceman will cost more than a similar electric Cooper. In Germany, the MINI Cooper E costs 32,900 euros and the Cooper SE — 36,900 euros excluding options. Translated by www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
