Mini has revealed the local pricing and arrival schedule for its first-ever all-electric MINI.

Priced at $59,900, a limited number of launch special First Edition variants are due to arrive in Australian dealerships from August 2020.

The Mini Electric Hatch is based on the design of the three-door ICE-powered Mini Cooper S but with exterior accents unique to Mini’s first EV.

The Mini Electric Hatch is powered by a 32.6kWh latest-generation lithium-ion battery, producing 135kW of power delivering a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.3 seconds.

The company says the Mini is capable of a 232km range on a single charge and can be charged to 80 per cent in just 35 minutes when using a 50kW DC public charger.

Key highlights of the MINI Electric Hatch include:

• Four colour choices
• 17-inch Mini Electric Power Spoke wheels paired to White Silver and Midnight Black
• 17-inch Mini Tentacle Spoke wheels paired to Chili Red and British Racing Green
• Adaptive LED Headlights
• Mini Electric Interior
• Leather Cross Punch Sports Seats with seat heating for driver and front passenger
• Head-Up Display
• Digital Dash Display
• Harman Kardon Hi-Fi Sound System

The MINI Electric Hatch includes the following technical data specifications:

• 32.6kWh Lithium Ion Battery
• 135kW / 270Nm
• 232km range
• 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds
• Front wheel drive

Customers can select from four specifications and make an online deposit with the Mini dealer of their choice.

Source: Motor Trader E-magazine (June 2020)

8 June 2020