Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Mini Cooper SE Convertible was announced in February 2023. At its core, it features a 28.9 kWh usable, 32.6 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 201 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 135 kW (184 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8.2 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 56000 USD.
In comparison, the Volkswagen e-Caravelle L2 64 kWh 210 kW was officially introduced in 2025. It is powered by a 63.8 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 245 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-Wheel Drive 210 kW (286 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.4 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 80000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | February 2023 | 2025 |
| Release date | April 2023 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 135 kW (184 hp) | Rear-Wheel Drive 210 kW (286 hp) |
| Torque | 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) | 415 Nm |
| Acceleration | 8.2 sec 0-100 km/h | 7.4 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 150 km/h (93 mph) | 150 km/h (93 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 28.9 kWh usable, 32.6 kWh total | 63.8 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion 350V | Lithium-ion NCM (400V type) |
| Driving range | 201 km | 245 km |
| Consumption | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 26.0 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 0-80% in 2.5 hours | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 50 kW max, 0-80% in 35 min | DC Fast Charge 125 kW |
| Additional | - | CCS 125 kW max |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 2 door convertible, 4 seats | 5 door, Passenger Van, 9 seats |
| Dimensions | 3850 x 1727 x 1427 mm (151.6 x 68.0 x 56.2 in) | 5450 x 1999 x 1968 mm (214.6 x 78.7 x 77.5 in) |
| Weight | 1470 kg unladen | 2493 kg unladen |
| Wheels size | R17 | - |
| Trunk volume | 160 l | 1000 l, 5490 l max |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 8.8" touchscreen | - |
| Driver's display | 5" | - |
| Head-up display | Yes, retractable | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | - |
| Roof | Retractable textile soft top | - |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera, Parking Assist | - |
| Connectivity | Wireless Apple CarPlay | - |
| Miscellaneous | Amazon Alexa car integration | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | 6 airbags: front, side, head airbag system, knee airbag | - |
| Driving aids | Front camera, collision detection and braking, Daytime pedestrian collision mitigation, Fatigue alert, PostCrash iBrake, Brake assistant, High-beam Assistant | - |
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Misc
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| Price | 56000 USD | 80000 USD |