This electric vehicle, named the "MINI E," is powered by a high-performance rechargeable lithium-ion battery and driven by an electric motor with a rated output of 150 kW (204 ps). It achieves a maximum torque of 220 Nm and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 152 km/h. The driving range on a single charge is approximately 240 km. It can be charged from a standard outlet, and charging is completed in about two and a half hours using the provided wall box (a wall-mounted wiring box).


The rear seats have been removed to accommodate the battery, making it a two-seater. The vehicle weighs 1465 kg, but modifications to the suspension and specific adjustments to the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) based on wheel load ensure the agile handling and responsiveness characteristic of a MINI.

All approximately 500 units deployed for this project share the same color scheme, and a serial number is engraved on the front fender.

The field trials will be conducted in three US states—California, New York, and New Jersey—with vehicles provided to a limited number of individuals and companies. The aim is to collect a wide range of data from everyday driving scenarios.


The leases are for one year, with an option to extend. After the lease period, BMW will collect all vehicles for engineering analysis and testing, contributing to the development of next-generation electric vehicles.


BMW estimates that annual electricity costs will be approximately 40% lower than gasoline costs.