BMW i3 vs MINI Electric: Which is best?

Let CarGurus help you find your next car: https://www.cargurus.co.uk/Cars/articles/buying_guides The BMW i3 was one of the first mainstream battery electric cars to go on sale, yet despite that it still looks fresh and modern today, as well as benefitting from a much bigger battery than before. But is it better than its stablemate, the MINI Electric? In this CarGurus UK review, Vicky Parrott drives the two cars back-to-back to see where the differences lie, and weighs up their pros and cons in terms of range, practicality, interior quality and technology. What would you pick: i3 or MINI Electric? Read our full BMW i3 review: https://www.cargurus.co.uk/Cars/BMW-i3-2013-Generation-Overview-mg216 BMW Pros Distinctive looks really stand out Nimble handling for an EV Appealing cabin design Cons Early versions have a short range Stiff and unsettled ride An expensive car to buy Read our full MINI review: https://www.cargurus.co.uk/Cars/MINI-Mini-2013-Generation-Overview-mg25 MINI Pros Lively and entertaining to drive The EV is ideal around town John Cooper Works GP cars are very quick Cons The Convertible has a small boot Ungainly looks if you choose the five-door More powerful models can wear out tyres quickly ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Follow us on social ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cargurus_uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarGurusUK/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CarGurusUK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cargurus_uk/ For more reviews, check out our US channel, too! https://www.youtube.com/c/cargurus ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #bmwi3 #minielectric #electricars

Added 13 Sept 2026