2023 Mini Cooper SE Hardtop 2 Door

In whatever flavor, Minis have always been fun to drive—it’s their signature characteristic—and the stylish SE electric version is no exception. To say it handles and drives much like a go-kart is no exaggeration. Its swift acceleration, responsive throttle, and quick steering add to the Mini’s fun factor. It features 1-pedal regenerative braking, too, with high and low settings. The Mini’s electric drivetrain produces high fuel-efficiency numbers - 110 MPGe in combined city/highway driving. That’s a good thing, because the Mini’s range is also mini - an EPAestimated 114 miles, which limits its usefulness to around-town driving and short trips. In a perverse way, its limited range isn’t as bad as it might be, because the Mini’s overly firm - bordering on harsh - ride quality prevents it from being a car you’d want to take on long trips, anyway. The Mini is one of the lowest-priced EVs on the market, but whether or not it’s a good value is up for debate. For one thing, it offers only limited ADAS features. Also - and not to play off its name too much - the Mini really is mini, with limited room for passengers, interior storage, and cargo, and a practically useless backseat. Plus, its appeal is further limited by its quirky interior styling and instrumentation.