MINI Aceman Review: Mid-size electric MINI test drive

The MINI Aceman is an unusual electric car in that it doesn't really have any direct rivals. But is this because MINI has spotted an untapped niche in the car market, or rather that demand for a car like the Aceman, which is a halfway house between a MINI Cooper and a MINI Countryman, simply doesn't exist?

In this CarGurus UK review, Vicky Parrott tests the new MINI Aceman to see what's what, and considers if buyers should add this electric family car to their wish list.
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[jamiep]

I enjoyed watching the video review, I actually quite like It as It looks very stylish and great Interior 😊

[adrianlw]

It’s great that Mini are offering something different amongst the plethora of other cars out there. If you de-badged this car, people will still know the brand cues.

I’m not putting my name down for an Aceman any time soon though - I love the character of the 2023 Mini that is my current car (oh, and it is petrol).

[urbanstrencan]

Love the looks of Aceman but i think Mini should be making just 2 models small hot hatch like legendary Cooper and one SUV Aceman or Countryman and keeping its niche status 😊😂❤.
Great video Vicky

[simonsimon]

I have the Cooper SE so bigger battery and a completely fanciful WLTP range of 248 miles. I’ve owned 4 other EVs but never had the drop off in range I’ve have with the Mini during chilly weather. Seen under 130 miles and mostly getting around 140 miles. The Aceman is larger and heavier with the same battery and running gear. My guess is in colder weather you will be lucky to get 130 miles out of the bigger battery. I love the Cooper but range is absolutely woeful. Been back to the garage 4 times for software issues and every time I’m told the range is within expected parameters.

[moonshine]

36k for a Mini. I don’t think that my mind will ever get used to that.

[U-Chewb]

It's a Mini Clubman in electric guise.

[tobybushnell]

They've ruined the exterior shape of all these latest gen Minis, in my view

[richardpiper]

Much better value than the expensive 3 door Cooper but I think the styling is even more awkward and I’m no great fan of the minimalist interior that is inflicted upon many new EVs. The perceived quality just doesn’t seem up to that of the F56 hatch or the Countryman. You are going to have to love the way it drives to buy a Mini over other EVs at the same price point - rather similar to that of a BMW which I would now only buy for its engineering integrity and build quality over its desirability as a stylish car. Going down a size the Renault 5/Alpine A290 pulls the heart strings much more.

[nongroupthought]

I just love minis, even for combustion engine, they are pretty cheap to run

[petersafwat]

Put the 2.0 liter turbo 4 and people will buy at at 28k

[CptSpears]

Why did they change the from lights. Some designer from BMW has done a job on them.

[gregj]

Mini need to get rid of all the silly stuff like fake noise, they need to felt line the door pockets, put padding on the door arm rest, the centre armrest is fixed so it’s useless, heating & cooling are screen enabled there dangerous…

[CptSpears]

This looks like a Chinese copy of a mini

[alanc]

I’m watching this because I had hope. And making this comment because I’m disappointed. European car maker still sleeping

Stop pretending other EV competitors don’t exist!

3:44 And when reviewers say “it’s fast enough, really, right?” It’s not so convincing. When nobody does it it’s fine, but when everyone is offering 4-5s acceleration and 350 miles? NO! it’s not acceptable. Really condescending if you think about it… it’s like “ you don’t have to like what I’m offering but this is what it is, so take it or leave it”.

4:16 in sorry to add a comment every minute, “a sort of scrappiness which is what people really want in a mini, isn’t it?” NO! This is not people really want in a CAR!

I have to applaud the reviewer on holding in the laugh, really. Thank you.

That being said. After reading a few comments. Sure, all of that she said above is acceptable at $25k. But not at this price.

[-DC-]

Would anyone buy an Internal Combustion Car with a 4 Gallon Diesel Tank? EV's seem to be useless for anyone who covers any distance.

[squod]

Hmmmm. That's a very expensive Chinese toy