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Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) vs MINI Aceman
Selected trimPremium 28kWh · 2016-19124 mi · 28 kWh · £28,995
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ Electric leads on family practicality, while the MINI Aceman leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Aceman wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueMINI
Hyundai
5
MINI
5.7
Motorway RangeMINI
Hyundai
3.3
MINI
3.9
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
6.9
MINI
4.7
Cost Per MileMINI
Hyundai
7.4
MINI
9.3
City DrivingMINI
Hyundai
6.7
MINI
8.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,995 | £28,310 (better) |
| Official range | 124 miles | 191 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 350 L (better) | 300 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 29 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 10.2 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Hyundai IONIQ Electric4,470mm
MINI Aceman4,079mm-391mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,820mm
MINI Aceman1,754mm-66mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,450mm-64mm
MINI Aceman1,514mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,470 mm | 4,079 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,820 mm | 1,754 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,065 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 580 mm spare | 646 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 822 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 350 L (better) | 300 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1417 L (better) | 1005 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
- At 4,470 mm, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2,700 mm wheelbase, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
MINI Aceman
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh |  MINI Aceman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.47m | 4.08m-391mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.75m-66mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 1.98m-81mm |
| Height | 1.45m | 1.51m+64mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.70m | 2.61m-94mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 350L (better) | 300L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1417L (better) | 1005L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 822mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,420kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 28kWh | 38.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 124 mi | 191 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 70kW | 75kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,995 | £28,310 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2016–2019 | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 124 miles | 191 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 104 miles | 159 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 29 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 70 kW | 75 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 25.2 kWh | 38.5 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10.2 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 88 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 295 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Premium 28kWh
MINI Aceman
E
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh
Tested 2016
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist86%
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 | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 201,168 km | Not available |
Buying options
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MINI Aceman
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is £685 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 MINI Aceman comes out roughly £765 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and MINI Aceman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 104 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and 159 miles for the MINI Aceman - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MINI Aceman goes roughly 55 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 66 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ Electric. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 580 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric or the MINI Aceman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and 84% for the MINI Aceman. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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