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Jaecoo E5 vs MINI Aceman
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
Selected trimEChange trim191 mi · 38.5 kWh · £28,310
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the MINI Aceman leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
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
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Aceman leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueMINI
Jaecoo
5.2
MINI
5.7
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Jaecoo
4.5
MINI
3.9
FamilyMINI
Jaecoo
3.4
MINI
4.7
ChargingJaecoo
Jaecoo
3.4
MINI
2.9
Cost Per MileMINI
Jaecoo
5.2
MINI
9.3
City DrivingMINI
Jaecoo
6.6
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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,505 (better) | £28,310 |
| Official range | 248 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Boot space | 480 L (better) | 300 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
MINI Aceman
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm
MINI Aceman4,079mm-301mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
MINI Aceman1,754mm-108mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm
MINI Aceman1,514mm-166mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,079 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,862 mm | 1,754 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,514 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 538 mm spare | 646 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 822 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L (better) | 300 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1180 L (better) | 1005 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |  MINI Aceman E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.08m-301mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.75m-108mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.98m |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.51m-166mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.61m-24mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L (better) | 300L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L (better) | 1005L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 822mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | 1,720kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi (better) | 191 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 (better) | £28,310 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* Jaecoo E5: 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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 159 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh (better) | 38.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 12.7 sec |
| Power | 152 kW (better) | 135 kW |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Jaecoo E5
Pure
MINI Aceman
E
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Jaecoo E5 Pure
Jaecoo E5 Pure
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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | MINI AcemanE |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MINI Aceman
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
MINI Aceman
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaecoo E5 or the MINI Aceman?
The Jaecoo E5 is £805 cheaper to buy. The MINI Aceman is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Jaecoo E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £645 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jaecoo E5 and MINI Aceman like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 159 miles for the MINI Aceman - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Jaecoo E5 goes roughly 48 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the MINI Aceman?
The MINI Aceman is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 108 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 646 mm of total clearance for the MINI Aceman and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jaecoo E5 or the MINI Aceman?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 84% for the MINI Aceman. That gives the Jaecoo E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Jaecoo E5'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
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