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Mini Cooper SE vs BYD Dolphin
Mini Cooper SE and BYD Dolphin sit in the small EV hatchback segment but target different buyers. The Mini Cooper SE focuses on style, driving feel, and compact city use. The BYD Dolphin targets budget-conscious buyers who need more space and daily usability with lower running cost.
Range is a key gap. The Mini Cooper SE delivers around 200–330 km depending on generation, while the Dolphin reaches about 340–425 km WLTP depending on battery size, giving it a clear advantage for longer trips. Charging differs in approach. The Mini supports faster peak DC charging up to about 95 kW, while the Dolphin ranges from about 60 kW to 88 kW depending on trim, with both taking close to 30 minutes for 10–80 percent in real use.
Price positioning favors the Dolphin. It sits in the budget EV category and undercuts most rivals, while the Mini carries a premium price due to branding and design focus. The Dolphin has wider availability across Asia, Europe, and emerging EV markets. The Mini focuses on Europe and select global markets with lower volume. This page helps you decide between design and driving feel versus range, space, and cost efficiency.
Within Mini, the Cooper SE stands alongside models like the Mini Countryman Electric. Under BYD, the Dolphin sits below models such as the BYD Atto 3 and BYD Seal.
The Mini Cooper SE offers sharp handling, strong brand identity, and compact size for city driving, but its limited range and small rear space reduce flexibility. The BYD Dolphin delivers longer range, better interior space, and lower cost of ownership, but its charging speed is moderate and it lacks the premium driving feel of the Mini.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Mini Cooper SE for city driving and design focus. Pick the BYD Dolphin for range, space, and value.
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| Price | $30,000.00 $33,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | Mini BYD |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
BYD Dolphin Active BYD Dolphin Boost BYD Dolphin Comfort/Design |
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
| Base Price (USD) | $ 29,990 € 32,500 £ 28,500 € 33,000 |
| Availability Status | Available to order. Released 2019 Available. Released 2023, June |
BATTERY & CHARGING
| Battery Capacity | 28.9 kWh usable, 32.6 kWh total 60 kWh total |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) | 114 mi EPA (139 mi WLTP, 168 mi NEDC) 265 mi WLTP |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 49 kW max, 0-80% in 36 min
CCS 88 kW, 30-80% in 29 min Vehicle to load (V2L) - 3.3 kW max |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 5 hours Type 2 11 kW |
| Energy Consumption | 310 Wh/mi EPA (245 Wh/mi WLTP) |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) | FWD 181 hp (135 kW) FWD 204 hp (150 kW) |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) 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. | 6.9 sec 0-60 mph (7.3 sec 0-62 mph) 7 sec 0-62 mph |
| Torque (Nm) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) 290 Nm (214 lb-ft) |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) | 93 mph (150 km/h) 99 mph (160 km/h) |
BODY & DIMENSIONS
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 151.6 x 68.0 x 56.4 in (3850 x 1727 x 1432 mm) 4290 x 1770 x 1570 mm (168.9 x 69.7 x 61.8 in) |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 7.5 ft³, 25.8 ft³ max EU: 345 l, 1310 l max |
| Body Style | 3 door hatchback, 4 seats 5 door hatchback, 5 seats |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | EU: 3175 lb unladen, 3913 lb gross |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 5.0 in (127 mm) |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | No No |
SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE
COMFORT & SEATING
| Seating Capacity | Heated front seats Heated front seats |
DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY
| Centre Screen (inches) | 6.5" or 8.8" touchscreen 12.8" rotating touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 5" 5" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Yes, retractable No |
TECHNOLOGY
ADDITIONAL SPECS
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Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
