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Mini Cooper SE vs Nissan Leaf

Comparing the 2025 Mini Cooper SE (from $45,200) with the 2026 Nissan Leaf (from $29,990). The Cooper SE offers 212 miles of range while the Leaf offers 303 miles.

Quick Take

Mini Cooper SE packs the most punch, while Nissan Leaf goes the distance.

Mini Cooper SE

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Mini Cooper SE

Most Powerful

  • 308 hp
  • 0-60 mph in 5.4s
  • 112 mph top speed
Nissan Leaf

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Nissan Leaf

Longest Range

  • Up to 303 mi EPA-rated range
  • 75 kWh battery
  • 35 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Price
$45,200
$29,990 - $38,990
Range
212 miles
259-303 miles
Horsepower
308 hp
214 hp
0-60 mph
5.4 sec
6.8 sec
Battery Size
66.45 kWh
75 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
112 mph
98 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
30 min (10-80%)
35 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
6 hrs (0-100%)
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
175"
173.4"
Width
72.6"
71.3"
Height
65.4"
61.3"
Cargo Capacity
56.2 cu ft
55.5 cu ft

Mini Cooper SE vs Nissan Leaf: Which Should You Buy?

The Nissan Leaf starts at $29,990, undercutting the Mini Cooper SE ($45,200) by about $15,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Nissan Leaf covers up to 303 miles, 91 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 35 for the Nissan Leaf.

Bottom line: pick the Mini Cooper SE if you want the most power, or the Nissan Leaf if you want the longest range.

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