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BMW iX vs Mini Cooper SE

Comparing the 2026 BMW iX (from $75,150) with the 2025 Mini Cooper SE (from $45,200). The iX offers 279 miles of range while the Cooper SE offers 212 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX goes the distance, while Mini Cooper SE wins on price.

BMW iX

2026SUV

BMW iX

Longest Range

  • Up to 364 mi EPA-rated range
  • 113.4 kWh battery
  • 34 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Mini Cooper SE

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Mini Cooper SE

Best Value

  • Starts at $45,200
  • About $213 per mile of range
  • 212 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$75,150 - $111,500
$45,200
Range
279-364 miles
212 miles
Horsepower
402-650 hp
308 hp
0-60 mph
3.6-4.9 sec
5.4 sec
Battery Size
100.1-113.4 kWh
66.45 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
124-155 mph
112 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
1500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
34 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
9.5 hrs (0-100%)
6 hrs (0-100%)
Length
195.5"
175"
Width
77.6"
72.6"
Height
67.7"
65.4"
Cargo Capacity
77.9 cu ft
56.2 cu ft

BMW iX vs Mini Cooper SE: Which Should You Buy?

The Mini Cooper SE starts at $45,200, undercutting the BMW iX ($75,150) by about $30,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX covers up to 364 miles, 152 more than the Mini Cooper SE's 212. At a DC fast charger, the Mini Cooper SE goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 34 for the BMW iX.

The BMW iX offers 77.9 cu ft of cargo space vs 56.2 for the Mini Cooper SE. The Mini Cooper SE is also 21 inches shorter than the BMW iX, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX if you want the longest range, or the Mini Cooper SE if you want the most for your money.

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