i3 vs Cooper SE

Scores and specs side by side. The best value in each row is in bold and marked Best.

Main differences

  • The Cooper SE goes 33 mi further on the EPA cycle, 114 mi against 81 mi.
  • The i3 is more efficient, 124 MPGe combined against 110.
  • The i3 is rear-wheel drive; the Cooper SE is front-wheel drive.

From the published specs and John’s scores. Gaps too small to matter, and specs either car doesn’t list, are left out.

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2014 BMW i3 vs 2024 Mini Cooper SE: scores and specs side by side

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2015 BMW i3
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2014 BMW i3

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2022 Mini Cooper SE
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Mini

2024 Mini Cooper SE

Scores

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Range & efficiency

EPA range81 mi114 miBest
Efficiency270 Wh/miBest307 Wh/mi
MPGe combined124 MPGeBest110 MPGe

Performance

DrivetrainRear-wheel driveFront-wheel drive

Dimensions & practicality

Body styleHatchbackHatchback

Scores are out of 10. Price is base MSRP before incentives and destination. A dash means the spec isn’t listed.

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