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 EPA—estimated 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 back seat. Plus, its appeal is further limited by its quirky interior styling and instrumentation.