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MINI Electric vs Vauxhall Corsa
Selected trimLevel 1 · 2019-24Change trim145 mi · 32.6 kWh · £27,900
At a glance
The MINI Electric was replaced by the MINI Cooper in 2024. Compare the MINI Cooper with the Vauxhall Corsa
In this comparison, MINI Electric leads on running costs and city driving, while the Vauxhall Corsa leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the MINI Electric if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Vauxhall Corsa 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 need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Vauxhall Corsa leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVauxhall
MINI
4.8
Vauxhall
5.8
Motorway Range
MINI
3.6
Vauxhall
3.3
Too close to call
FamilyVauxhall
MINI
4.4
Vauxhall
5.2
ChargingVauxhall
MINI
2.5
Vauxhall
5.5
Cost Per MileMINI
MINI
7.5
Vauxhall
4.1
City DrivingMINI
MINI
8.7
Vauxhall
7.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
- 76 miles more WLTP range
- 56 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 1 more seat
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,900 | £27,505 (better) |
| Official range | 145 miles | 221 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 211 L | 267 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 31 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec (better) | 8.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Vauxhall Corsa
Length
MINI Electric3,845mm-215mm
Vauxhall Corsa4,060mm
Width
MINI Electric1,727mm-38mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,765mm
Height
MINI Electric1,432mm-1mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,433mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,845 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,727 mm (better) | 1,765 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,999 mm | 1,960 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,432 mm | 1,433 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 673 mm spare (better) | 635 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 211 L | 267 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 731 L | 1081 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  MINI Electric Level 1 |  Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.85m | 4.06m+215mm |
| Width | 1.73m | 1.76m+38mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | 1.96m-39mm |
| Height | 1.43m | 1.43m+1mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.50m | 2.54m+43mm |
| Ground Clearance | 127mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 211L | 267L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 731L | 1081L (better) |
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 10.7m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,365kg (better) | 1,469kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 32.6kWh | 50kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 145 mi | 221 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,900 | £27,505 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £27,900 (not eligible) | £26,005 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2019–2024 | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 145 miles | 221 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 121 miles | 149 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 31 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 28.9 kWh | 46 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.3 sec (better) | 8.2 sec |
| Power | 135 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 270 Nm (better) | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
MINI Electric
Level 1
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
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MINI Electric
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £12,287 | £14,137 |
| Average used price | £13,025 | £15,674 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 35 listings (better) | 4 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 3.3% over ~6 months | Down 30% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - MINI Electric Level 1
Tested 2014
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant73%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist56%
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | MINI ElectricLevel 1 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
MINI Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Corsa
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
MINI Electric
- £12,5712020Car360View
- £27,9732025Car360View
- £27,2222024Car360View
Vauxhall Corsa
- £10,9742022Car360View
- £12,6952023Drive GreenView
- £9,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the MINI Electric or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Vauxhall Corsa is £395 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £275 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the MINI Electric and Vauxhall Corsa like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 121 miles for the MINI Electric and 149 miles for the Vauxhall Corsa - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Vauxhall Corsa goes roughly 28 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the MINI Electric or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The MINI Electric is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 38 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Corsa. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 673 mm of total clearance for the MINI Electric and about 635 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Corsa.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the MINI Electric or the Vauxhall Corsa?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the MINI Electric and 84% for the Vauxhall Corsa. 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .