MINI Cooper SE: real-world range vs WLTP
The MINI Cooper SE has an official WLTP range of 140 mi–144 mi from a 28.9 kWh usable battery. Lab figures rarely match the road, so here is what to really expect — and a calculator to tune it to your weather, route and battery health.
What range to really expect
Winter (−10 °C)
96 mi
66% of WLTP
Warm weather (30 °C)
137 mi
95% of WLTP
Motorway
112 mi
78% of WLTP
City
156 mi
108% of WLTP
Estimates for an as-new battery, based on the MINI Cooper SE (2020). Cold weather and motorway speeds cut range the most; town driving recovers some through regenerative braking.
Trims & specifications
| Trim | Year | WLTP range | Usable battery | WLTP consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level I | 2020 | 144 mi | 28.9 kWh | 15 kWh/100 km |
| Level II | 2020 | 142 mi | 28.9 kWh | 15 kWh/100 km |
| Level III | 2020 | 140 mi | 28.9 kWh | 15 kWh/100 km |
Estimate MINI Cooper SE range for your conditions
Estimated real range
Estimated real range
119 mi
83% of rated
Rated range
144 mi
Real-world use
4.13 mi/kWh
Where the range goes
Your car & conditions
Optional — pick make, model and trim to fill the values below, or edit any field for a custom one.
How to read these numbers
Each estimate takes the MINI Cooper SE WLTP range and applies a transparent derate for temperature, driving profile, climate use and battery health. They are guides, not guarantees — your own efficiency, tyres, load and route all matter, so use the calculator above to match your situation.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the real range of the MINI Cooper SE in winter?
- In cold weather (around −10 °C) with the heating on, expect roughly 96 mi from the MINI Cooper SE — well below its WLTP rating, because batteries lose capacity in the cold and cabin heating draws extra power.
- How far does the MINI Cooper SE go on the motorway?
- At sustained motorway speeds the MINI Cooper SE manages about 112 mi. High speed is the single biggest drain on an EV, so motorway range is noticeably shorter than the WLTP figure.
- Why is the MINI Cooper SE real range lower than WLTP?
- WLTP is measured in a controlled lab cycle. Real driving adds cold or hot weather, higher speeds, climate control and an ageing battery — together they typically cut range by 20–40%, which is what these estimates reflect.