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Maini Buggie vs Wuling Hongguang Mini EV
Maini Buggie and Wuling Hongguang Mini EV are compact electric vehicles built for short urban trips. Maini Buggie targets campuses, gated communities, resorts, and industrial sites. It suits fleet buyers and institutions. Wuling Hongguang Mini EV sits in the entry level city car segment. It targets private buyers who need a low cost daily commuter for dense cities.
Maini Buggie offers a short driving range designed for controlled environments. It focuses on predictable daily use rather than distance. Wuling Hongguang Mini EV delivers a longer range suitable for regular city driving. Charging also differs. Maini Buggie relies on basic AC charging with simple infrastructure needs. Wuling supports standard home AC charging with faster turnaround due to its small battery.
Pricing places both EVs at the affordable end, though for different reasons. Maini Buggie is priced as a utility vehicle for fleets and commercial use. Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is priced for mass market urban buyers. Maini Buggie is sold mainly in India and similar markets. Wuling has wide availability in China and select export regions. This page helps you decide between utility focused mobility and personal city transport.
QUICK VERDICT
Choose Maini Buggie for controlled environments and fleet duty. Choose Wuling Hongguang Mini EV for personal city use.
PROS AND CONS
Maini Buggie
Pros
Low operating cost
Simple design and maintenance
Ideal for closed campuses
Cons
Limited range
Not suitable for open highways
Wuling Hongguang Mini EV
Pros
Better city range
Compact and easy to park
Strong urban adoption
Cons
Limited performance
Basic safety features
FAQ
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| Price | $12,300.00 $5,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | Maini Buggie Wuling |
| Category | Cars Cars |
MODEL
| Models | MAINI BUGGIE Models: Mini EV, Mini EV Macaron, Mini EV GameBoy Edition |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | In production In production |
| Country of origin | India China |
| Base Price | $12,300 Starting around $5,000 |
PERFORMANCE
| Power | 27–41 HP; Rear-wheel drive |
| Torque | 85 Nm |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | Low-speed campus operation 20 sec (0–100 km/h, estimated) |
| Max Speed | 18–30 km/h (11–19 mph) 62 mph (100 km/h) |
BATTERY
| Capacity | 9.3 / 13.9 / 17.3 kWh |
| Tech | LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) |
| Range | 60–80 km (37–50 mi) (mi WLTP) 75–130 miles (120–210 km CLTC) |
| Consumption | 10–12 kWh/100 km |
| Recuperation | Regenerative braking |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging | 6–8 hours 6.5 hours (220V standard) |
| DC Charging | No |
| Others | Simple plug-in home charging |
BODY
| Type | 3-door hatchback (4 seats) |
| Platform | Light electric chassis SGMW electric micro platform |
| Dimensions | (L×W×H): 2,917 × 1,493 × 1,621 mm |
| Drag Co-Efficient | 0.38 |
| Wheelbase | 1,940 mm |
| Clearance | 125 mm |
| Weight | 665–760 kg |
| Suspension | Utility setup Front MacPherson / Rear Leaf Spring |
| Wheels | 12–13 inch steel/alloy |
| Trunk/Boot | 74–741 L (rear seats folded) |
| Cargo Capacity (kg) | Optional configurations |
| Others | Extremely compact turning radius (~4.2 m) |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | None Basic infotainment (8-inch touchscreen on GameBoy Edition) |
| Driver's Display | Basic digital cluster 7-inch digital instrument cluster |
| Head-Up | No |
| Others | Simple layout, physical controls |
COMFORT
| Seats | Bench or individual 4 cloth seats, folding rear bench |
| Roof | Canopy optional Optional two-tone design |
| Parking Aids | Reverse buzzer Rear sensors, optional reverse camera |
| Connectivity | Basic / none Bluetooth, USB; no Android Auto/CarPlay |
| Others | Manual windows on base trim, A/C standard on higher trims |
SAFETY
| Airbags | No Driver + passenger (on select trims) |
| Driving Aids | Basic braking & speed control ABS, EBD, tire pressure monitoring |
| Self Driving | No |
| Crash Tests | Not rated Meets local safety standards (basic rating) |
Note
| Others | China’s best-selling micro EV; perfect for tight city spaces and daily short-range commutes. |
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