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Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) vs MINI Aceman
Selected trim39kWh · 2018-20Change trim190 mi · 39.2 kWh · £29,495
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on family practicality, while the MINI Aceman leads on motorway range.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric (2018-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the MINI Aceman if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Aceman edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Hyundai
5.6
MINI
5.7
Too close to call
Motorway RangeMINI
Hyundai
3.2
MINI
3.9
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
5.3
MINI
4.7
Cost Per Mile
Hyundai
9
MINI
9.3
Too close to call
City Driving
Hyundai
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.
MINI Aceman
E
- £1,185 cheaper
- 31 kW faster rapid charging
- 19 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 35 kW more power
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,495 | £28,310 (better) |
| Official range | 190 miles | 191 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 332 L (better) | 300 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 48 min | 29 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
MINI Aceman
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,205mm
MINI Aceman4,079mm-126mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,800mm
MINI Aceman1,754mm-46mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,570mm
MINI Aceman1,514mm-56mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,205 mm | 4,079 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,754 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm | 1,984 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 646 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 822 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 332 L (better) | 300 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1114 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 KONA Electric
- At 4,205 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
MINI Aceman
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh |  MINI Aceman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.21m | 4.08m-126mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.75m-46mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | 1.98m-86mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.51m-56mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.61m+6mm |
| Ground Clearance | 170mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 332L (better) | 300L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1114L (better) | 1005L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 822mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,535kg (better) | 1,720kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 39.2kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 191 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 44kW | 75kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,495 | £28,310 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2018–2020 | 2024+ |
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Heat pump: an option on every trim, not standard.
* Hyundai KONA Electric: Manufacturer lists no towing capacity for the 39 kWh car.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA Electric39kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 191 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 159 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 48 min | 29 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 44 kW | 75 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 36 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 KONA Electric39kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.9 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 100 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai KONA Electric
39kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
MINI Aceman
E
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric 39kWh
Tested 2017
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
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 KONA Electric39kWh | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
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MINI Aceman
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai KONA Electric worth the extra £1,185 over the MINI Aceman?
The Hyundai KONA Electric costs £1,185 more than the MINI Aceman. For that premium it adds a 2.8s quicker 0-62mph time. The MINI Aceman is not just cheaper - it also offers 31 kW faster peak rapid charging and 35 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Aceman comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is £1,185 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 £1,225 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 KONA Electric and MINI Aceman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric 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. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 48 minutes in the Hyundai KONA Electric and 29 in the MINI Aceman, so the MINI Aceman loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 46 mm narrower than the Hyundai KONA Electric. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric. The Hyundai KONA Electric also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the MINI Aceman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 84% for the MINI Aceman. That gives the Hyundai KONA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. 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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