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Fiat Grande Panda vs MINI Aceman
Selected trimPopChange trim199 mi · 44 kWh · £20,995
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, Fiat Grande Panda counters with the lowest price, while the MINI Aceman leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Aceman leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMINI
Fiat
4.9
MINI
5.7
Motorway Range
Fiat
4.1
MINI
3.9
Too close to call
FamilyMINI
Fiat
2.1
MINI
4.7
Charging
Fiat
3.2
MINI
2.9
Too close to call
Cost Per MileMINI
Fiat
7.8
MINI
9.3
City Driving
Fiat
8.1
MINI
8.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Fiat Grande Panda
Pop
- £7,315 cheaper
- 61 litres more boot space
- 25 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.7s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,995 (better) | £28,310 |
| Official range | 199 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Boot space | 361 L (better) | 300 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Fiat Grande Panda
MINI Aceman
Length
Fiat Grande Panda3,990mm-89mm
MINI Aceman4,079mm
Width
Fiat Grande Panda1,761mm
MINI Aceman1,754mm-7mm
Height
Fiat Grande Panda1,579mm
MINI Aceman1,514mm-65mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,990 mm | 4,079 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,761 mm | 1,754 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,579 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 639 mm spare | 646 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 822 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 361 L (better) | 300 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1005 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Fiat Grande Panda Pop |  MINI Aceman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.99m | 4.08m+89mm |
| Width | 1.76m | 1.75m-7mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.98m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.51m-65mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.55m | 2.61m+57mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 361L (better) | 300L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1005L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 822mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,521kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi (better) | 191 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,995 (better) | £28,310 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Fiat Grande Panda: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles (better) | 159 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh (better) | 38.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 84 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Fiat Grande Panda
Pop
MINI Aceman
E
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - MINI Aceman E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Fiat Grande Panda
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MINI Aceman
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Aceman worth the extra £7,315 over the Fiat Grande Panda?
The MINI Aceman costs £7,315 more than the Fiat Grande Panda. For that premium it adds 51 kW more power. The Fiat Grande Panda is not just cheaper - it also offers 25 kW faster peak rapid charging, 61 litres more boot space and a 1.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Aceman comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Fiat Grande Panda or the MINI Aceman?
The Fiat Grande Panda is £7,315 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Fiat Grande Panda comes out roughly £7,235 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Fiat Grande Panda and MINI Aceman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the Fiat Grande Panda and 159 miles for the MINI Aceman - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Fiat Grande Panda or the MINI Aceman?
The two are within 7 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 639 mm of total clearance for the Fiat Grande Panda.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Fiat Grande Panda or the MINI Aceman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Fiat Grande Panda and 84% for the MINI Aceman. That gives the Fiat Grande Panda a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Fiat Grande Panda's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the MINI Aceman's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .