2024 MINI Aceman SE launched in Malaysia – J05 EV with 218 PS, up to 406 km WLTP range; from RM214k

Following some brief teasing, MINI Malaysia has now officially launched the first-ever MINI Aceman, an electric crossover that is positioned between the Cooper SE and Countryman SE. Much like its zappy siblings, the middle child in the line-up is being offered in a sole ‘SE’ guise that retails for RM213,888 on-the-road without insurance.

That figure is with a standard two-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, and if you want the four-year warranty and service package, the price increases by RM7,400 to RM221,288. So, what are you getting for your money?

As a start, you get a vehicle that measures 4,076 mm long, 1,754 mm wide, 1,515 mm tall and has wheelbase spanning 2,606 mm. This makes it larger than the Cooper (3,858 mm long, 2,526 mm wheelbase) and smaller compared to the Countryman (4,433 mm long, 2,692 mm wheelbase), so if you’re a “Goldilocks” kind of person, this should fit the bill.

Visually, the Aceman follows the brand’s ‘Charismatic Simplicity’ design approach that is also seen on recent offerings. Highlights include a closed-off, octagonal-shaped grille, a small lower intake and uniquely-shaped headlamps with a distinctive daytime running light signature. Retractable door handles and prominent body cladding are found on the sides, while the rear gets the signature Union Jack taillights.

Inside, you’ll find a familiar illuminated dashboard layout with a large, circular, 9.4-inch OLED touchscreen being the primary access point to all vehicle functions, while doubling as a display for key driving information. Infotainment is powered by MINI Operating System 9 with MINI Experiences Modes and an avatar-enabled digital assistant, plus you also get a head-up display and a digital key system with supported devices.

Through the MINI Connected Store, owners can purchase optional upgrades like the Connected Package, which provides additional functions such as 3D building visualisation, augmented reality navigation, optimised charging routes, live-traffic information, in-car gaming, video streaming and other third-party apps.

On the powertrain front, the Aceman SE features a nickel cobalt manganese (NCM) battery with an energy capacity of 54.2 kWh for a range of up to 406 km following the WLTP standard. The battery powers a front-mounted electric motor rated at 218 PS (215 hp or 160 kW) and 330 Nm, which enables a 0-100 km/h time of 7.1 seconds and top speed of 170 km/h.

For charging, the Aceman supports both AC and DC inputs, the former at a peak capacity of 11 kW, while the latter is at 95 kW and will get the battery from a 10-80% state of charge in just 30 minutes.

Standard equipment for the Aceman includes 19-inch ‘Hexagram’ spoke wheels, roof rails, skid plates, Vescin leatherette upholstery in Dark Petrol colour, dual-zone climate control, powered John Cooper Works front seats with memory function, a sport steering wheel, an anthracite headliner, a wireless charging tray and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.

As for driver assistance systems, there is lane change warning, speed limit info, passive cruise control, rear cross traffic alert, and front collision warning with brake intervention (AEB). There’s also Parking Assistant Plus with features like Active Park Distance Control, Reversing Assist Camera and Remote 3D View.

Three exterior colours called Rebel Red, Melting Silver and Indigo Sunset Blue are offered, all with a black roof and side mirror caps. Once again, the Aceman SE retails for RM213,888, which is RM20,000 more than the Cooper SE and RM45,000 less than the Countryman SE. Would you pick this over those models? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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