MINI ACEMAN ELECTRIC HATCHBACK

Name: MINI ACEMAN 135kW E Exclusive [Level 1] 43kWh 5dr Auto
Brand: MINI ACEMAN
SKU: 105714
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135kW E Exclusive [Level 1] 43kWh 5dr Auto

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Fuel Type Electric

Range 192 miles

Real World Estimate 163 miles

Co2 0.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 99mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

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Lease Type

Personal Business

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

An excess mileage charge will apply if you exceed the contracted mileage. The exact charge will be confirmed on the official quotation prior to your acceptance to proceed.

Important Information

Excess mileage charges will apply if you go over the stated contract mileage.
Vehicle damage charges may occur if the vehicle is returned outside BVRLA's Fair Wear and Tear guidelines.
All rentals are subject to the necessary finance acceptance criteria.
Prices shown are indicative and subject to change.
No ownership option is available on this lease.
Manufacturer’s maintenance schedule must be observed and additional charges may apply for failure to maintain servicing and any non fair wear and tear damage to the vehicle.
Quoted leadtimes are estimates based on information from the manufacturer and are subject to change. We will keep you up to date during the course of your order.
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Fuel Type Electric

Range 192 miles

Real World Estimate 163 miles

Co2 0.00g/km

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 99mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

MINI ACEMAN Review

The top JCW version of MINI's electric Aceman might be an acquired taste. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.

Ten Second Review

MINI's Aceman ups the ante in this top 258hp John Cooper Works form. If your small electric crossover needs a fiery vibe and you don't mind paying for the privilege, you might just like this one.

Background

Sixties rally engineer John Cooper could never have imagined a MINI quite like the Aceman John Cooper Works. Or have envisaged that it would hail not from Oxford but from China. And be powered not by tuned combustion but by a tuned electric motor. He'd also have been pretty shocked by the weight. Still, that's what we've got here in the fastest Aceman we're likely to see. It's based on the bigger-battery Aceman SE but power is upped from 218hp to 258hp from the single motor on offer. Plus there's a whole heap more visual attitude inside and out. Let's take a closer look.

Engines and Tech Spec

As with the MINI John Cooper Works Electric hatch, this Aceman JCW has a 258hp electric motor, which in this case pushes the car to 62mph in 6.4s (half a second slower than its three-door stablemate but 0.7s quicker than a standard Aceman SE). Top speed is 124mph. It would go quicker of course if it didn't have to cart around so much powertrain weight. As with the Aceman SE, the bulk is down to a mid-mounted 54.2kWh battery pack (49.2kWh usable) which could give a range of 242 miles if you were to drive this car in the kind of manner a typical owner hardly ever would. The full 258hp output by the way (40hp more than an ordinary Aceman SE) along with 350Nm of torque, is only achievable for short periods via a selectable 'Electric Boost' function. Normal running sees the motor restricted to 227hp. Because power comes from just one front-mounted motor, that's some way short of dual motor rivals like the MG4 X-POWER or the smart #1 BRABUS. A closer match would be with other single motor hot hatch EV rivals like the CUPRA Born VZ or the Volkswagen ID.3 GTX. Neither of which will feel quite like this hot MINI does.

Design and Build

The reason most John Cooper Works MINI customers will be choosing this top Aceman will be to get the extra pair of rear doors that are missing on the ordinary MINI John Cooper Works hot hatch. But choosing an Aceman also means you get a cheeky crossover vibe thrown in too. MINI wants to ensure that this John Cooper Works model stands out, hence an exterior that builds on the design language of the standard model while showing a more aggressive appearance. The red, white, and black John Cooper Works logo - inspired by the chequered flag of motorsport - offers a nod to racing heritage, while gloss black trim is standard. Black side skirts, aero blades at C-pillar level and a rear spoiler optimise aerodynamics, while red vertical reflectors and diffusers contrast with the rear black apron. An aerodynamically optimised 19-inch wheel design in black with red accents is available exclusively for this all-electric model. Chili Red brake callipers sporting a white JCW logo and a Chili Red roof are standard, while a John Cooper Works specific multi-tone black to red roof is available optionally. The JCW tinsel continues on inside too, where there's plenty of red and black colouring, bespoke fabric for the sports seats and what MINI calls 'illuminated' headlining. The dashboard's upholstered in uniquely patterned red and black cloth and there's a grippy sports steering wheel with change paddles and a fabric strap. There's also bespoke trim for the doors. And extra JCW features for the 9.4-inch central touchscreen, including performance driving displays that include a G-Force meter and an accelerometer. Given that this Aceman is so much shorter than the next SUV up in MINI's range, the Countryman, there's a surprising amount of space in the back; a six foot passenger could sit behind a similarly tall driver. But that's because the designers have compromised a bit on boot space; there's just 300-litres of it (though that's 90-litres more than you'd get with this car's three-door MINI John Cooper Works Electric showroom stablemate). Fold the 60/40 rear bench and that extends to 1,005-litres. There's no under-bonnet 'frunk' space for the charging leads.

Market and Model

Prices for the John Cooper Works Aceman at the time of this Review in Spring 2025 started at around £37,000 - compare to around £35,000 for the three-door MINI John Cooper Works Electric. Or around £32,000 for a more standard Aceman SE. The Aceman John Cooper Works Electric comes as standard with 19-inch bespoke alloy wheels in black, Chili Red exterior paint and an aerodynamically shaped rear spoiler. This model receives MINI's Level 1 package as standard, which includes a Head-Up display, Wireless Charging, High Beam Assist, Heated Front Seats and Exterior Mirror Package. Plus there's an upgraded Harmon Kardon audio system. There's lots of technology too. Thanks to 12 ultrasonic sensors and four Surround View cameras, the MINI John Cooper Works Aceman can identify vacant parking spaces with greater precision, automatically initiating parking manoeuvres where space is limited, while the Remote Parking function included as part of the Parking Assistant Plus option enables the vehicle to be parked using a smartphone. With MINI Digital Key Plus, owners can utilise their smartphone as a vehicle key for a convenient and personalised experience. Replacing the conventional key, the digital key can be transferred between several users. For a streamlined user experience, as soon as the driver is less than three metres away from the vehicle, the front and rear lights begin a welcome animation, and the doors unlock automatically. Using augmented reality, complicated turning situations are visualised on the central display as part of the optional MINI Navigation AR package, while additional steering and lane assistance is offered through Driving Assistant Plus.

Cost of Ownership

We gave you the battery range figures in our 'Driving' section - 243 miles from this John Cooper Works Aceman variant's 54.2kWh battery. Which is 8 miles less than you'd get in a Mini John Cooper Works Electric (mainly due to this Aceman's larger 19-inch wheels). The standard Aceman SE this JCW model's based on manages up to 252 miles. Various tools help you maximise range: the 'Green' 'MINI Experience' mode - and a charge-optimised routing function for the navigation. Opting for this rangier SE variant gets you an increase in charging speed from 75kW to 95kW. Neither figure is particularly impressive, but at a rapid DC public charger, a 10 to 80% spell of replenishment can be completed in around 30 minutes. AC home charging as possible via the usual 7kW or 11kW wallbox options. You'll need five hours and 45 minutes to charge the SE model 0-100% with an 11kW wallbox. By using MINI Navigation, the vehicle will ensure the high-voltage battery reaches the ideal temperature for efficient charging in advance, thus reducing charging time. Customers can also optimise charging for their schedule, setting charging start times, active charging windows, and target battery capacity by departure time. Finally, drivers can instruct that the interior cabin is air conditioned by a set departure time. The 'My MINI' app provides a convenient overview of the vehicle status and charging process, including current battery status, charging-optimised route plan and charging history. What else? Well, residual values are bound to be strong - they always have been. You can expect your MINI JCW Aceman to have retained just over half its value at the three year / 60,000 mile point. As expected, there's the normal three year unlimited mileage warranty with the usual BMW-style variable service indicators. Beyond that, there's an optional extended 'MINI Insured' warranty available that can cover you for up to 100,000 miles and can also be specified to apply to particular components.

Summary

It's hard to imagine who is going to choose an Aceman John Cooper Works. For a start, you've got to be a real MINI fan to want one because the same money would get you more power and greater focus from similarly-sized fast EVs. The kind of MINI fan who's been forced to switch to electric and would ordinarily have chosen a MINI John Cooper Works Electric, but for the fact that that car has only three doors. The five-door Aceman John Cooper Works delivers the same fast EV MINI formula with more practicality - and with a dash of visual pizzazz. Which you're going to need to pay the kind of money being asked here.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Charging info

Driver Convenience

Circular OLED Screen
Cruise control
Driver camera system
Driving assistant
Electro-mechanical speed dependant steering assistance
Emergency call service
Intelligent Personal Assistant
MINI Experience Modes
Mini navigation system
MINI operating system 9
On board computer
Parking assistant
Rear view camera
Service interval indicator

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

11kW AC charging
Automatic transmission
DC Rapid charging
Mode 3 cable

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
Personal eSim

Exterior Features

Auto headlights
Electric adjustable heated door mirrors
Electric front+rear windows
Heated rear window
Heated windscreen washer jets
LED daytime running lights
LED indicator lights
LED rear lights
Rain sensor window wipers
Rear side wing doors
Rear window wiper
Roof rails
Third brake light
Towbar preparation

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
60/40 rear seat bench
Ambient lighting
Automatic air conditioning
Cupholders
Dark headliner
Floor mats
Front and rear head restraints
Front compact armrest
Heated steering wheel
Height adjustable passenger seat
Lidded storage box in blue knit
Single front passenger seat
Sport seats
Sport Vescin Steering Wheel
Sunvisors with vanity mirrors
Vescin synthetic leather upholstery

Packs

Level 1 pack - Mini Aceman

Passive Safety

3 point seatbelts on all seats
6 Airbags - front, side, head and seat belt tensioners
Acoustic pedestrian protection
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Child locks on rear doors
DSC - Dynamic Stability Control
Electronic parking brake
Front and rear disc brakes
Front ISOFIX (iSize)
Front passenger airbag deactivation
Traction control
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Security

Alarm
Immobiliser
Remote central locking

Trim

Blue decorative dash strap
Petrol dash knit with patterne orange

Wheels

Tyre repair kit

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty

Not Available
Battery Capacity in kWh

42.5
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)

1230
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW

2.3
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)

405
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW

7.4
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)

255
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change

0-100
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW

11
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins)

28
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change

10-80
Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW

70
Battery Leased

No
Battery Type

Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location

Right Side Rear
Coupler/Connector Type

CCS Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW

70
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage

100000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years

8
Usable Battery Capacity

38.5
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - City

11.1
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb

14.5
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH

14.6
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL

14.2
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Extra High

18.8
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - High

12.7
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Low

10.5
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Medium

11.3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - City

5.6
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb

4.3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH

4.3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL

4.4
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Extra High

3.3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - High

4.9
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Low

5.9
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Medium

5.5
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City

398
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb

307
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEH

300
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb - TEL

309
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Extra High

235
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - High

344
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Low

412
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Medium

392
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City

247.3
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb

190.8
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEH

185
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb - TEL

192
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Extra High

146
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - High

213.8
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Low

256
WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Medium

243.6

Emissions - ICE

CO

Not Available
CO2 (g/km)

0
HC

Not Available
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

Not Available
NOx

Not Available
Particles

Not Available
Standard Emissions

Not Available

Engine and Drive Train

Camshaft

Not Available
Catalytic Convertor

Not Available
CC

1
Compression Ratio

Not Available
Cylinder Layout

Not Available
Cylinders

Not Available
Cylinders - Bore (mm)

Not Available
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)

Not Available
Engine Code

HC0001N0
Engine Layout

Not Available
Fuel Delivery

Not Available
Gears

1 SPEED
Number of Valves

Not Available
Transmission

AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC Combined (mpg)

Not Available
EC Directive 1999/100/EC Applies

Not Available
EC Extra Urban (mpg)

Not Available
EC Urban (mpg)

Not Available

General

Alternative Fuel Qualifying

Yes
Badge Engine CC
Badge Power

184
Based On ID

Not Available
Coin Description

43kWh
Coin Series

E Exclusive Level 1
Generation Mark

1
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07

20E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

83
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

87
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

77
NCAP Safety Assist %

79
Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?

No
Service Interval Frequency - Months

24
Service Interval Mileage

Not Available
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

3
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months

Not Available
Timing Belt Interval Mileage

Not Available
Vehicle Homologation Class

M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

7.9
Engine Power - BHP

184
Engine Power - KW

135
Engine Torque - LBS.FT

214
Engine Torque - MKG

29.6
Engine Torque - NM

290
Top Speed

99

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

N/A

Tyres

Alloys?

Yes
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Size Front

225/45 R18
Tyre Size Rear

225/45 R18
Tyre Size Spare

TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style

NIGHT FLASH SPOKE
Wheel Type

18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height

1514
Length

4079
Wheelbase

2606
Width

1754
Width (including mirrors)

1991

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Not Available
Gross Vehicle Weight

2170
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

1005
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

300
Max. Loading Weight

525
Max. Roof Load

75
Minimum Kerbweight

1645
No. of Seats

5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb

11.1

Charging Speeds

6h 0min

Home

7kW Charger

0h 50min

Fast

50kW Charger

0h 25min

Rapid

100kW Charger

0h 16min

Ultra-Rapid

150kW Charger

Company car tax calculator

Tax Year	BIK	BIK Value	Tax Payable at 20%	Tax Payable at 40%
2026/27	4%	£110.65	£22.13	£44.26
2027/28	5%	£138.31	£27.66	£55.33
2028/29	7%	£193.64	£38.73	£77.46
2029/30	9%	£248.96	£49.79	£99.59

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