Our quick take
Mini Electric 2021 first drive
Design and driveability
- Motor: 181bhp 0-62mph: 7.3 seconds Automatic, front wheel drive
Interior and dash
- Driver display: 5.5-inch Central display 8.8-inch Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support Wireless charging
Range and battery
- Cited range: 145 miles Battery: 32.6kWh Charging: 50kW (to 80 per cent in 36 minutes) Four driving modes
To recap
The Mini Electric remains a blast if you can cope with the relatively short range.