Kia EV3 vs Mini Cooper SE
Comparing the 2027 Kia EV3 with the 2025 Mini Cooper SE (from $45,200). The EV3 offers 320 miles of range while the Cooper SE offers 212 miles.
Quick Take
Kia EV3 goes the distance, while Mini Cooper SE hauls the most gear.
Kia EV3
2027 • SUV
Coming Soon
Longest Range
- Up to 320 mi EPA-rated range
- 81.4 kWh battery
- 31 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Mini Cooper SE
2025 • SUV
Most Cargo Space
- 56.2 cu ft cargo capacity
- Seats 5
- 175" long
Price
Unknown
$45,200
Range
220-320 miles
212 miles
Horsepower
201-288 hp
308 hp
0-60 mph
7.5-7.7 sec
5.4 sec
Battery Size
58.3-81.4 kWh
66.45 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
106 mph
112 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
1500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
6 hrs (0-100%)
Length
169.3"
175"
Width
72.8"
72.6"
Height
61.4"
65.4"
Cargo Capacity
26.1 cu ft
56.2 cu ft
Kia EV3 vs Mini Cooper SE: Which Should You Buy?
In its longest-range configuration the Kia EV3 covers up to 320 miles, 108 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 31 for the Kia EV3.
The Mini Cooper SE offers 56.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 26.1 for the Kia EV3.
Bottom line: pick the Kia EV3 if you want the longest range, or the Mini Cooper SE if cargo space is king.
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