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Overview
The MINI Electric J01 is the all-electric MINI Hatch, launched in 2024 as a four-seat B-segment electric hatchback. It suits buyers who want the MINI shape and EV drive in a small package, and who are prepared to pay above mainstream electric hatchback money. Prices start from RM193,888.
Electric in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the regular MINI Electric J01 range carries on with two versions: Cooper SE and Cooper SE JCW. The latest 2026 activity is the MINI 1965 Victory Edition, a rally-homage model based on the electric JCW 3 Door from RM231k, but the core line-up remains centred on the standard Cooper SE and the more powerful JCW version.
Variants (2)
RM193,888–RM218,888 · est. from RM1,980/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should start with the Cooper SE at RM193,888. It uses the same 54.2 kWh battery as the Cooper SE JCW, has 215 hp and gives the longer 402 km range. The Cooper SE JCW costs RM218,888, so the RM25,000 gap buys 254 hp and JCW positioning, but range drops to 371 km. If range matters more than punch, stay with the Cooper SE.
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 215 hp
- Motor Torque
- 330 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 54.2 kWh
- EV Range
- 402 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 6.7 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 210 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 254 hp
- Motor Torque
- 350 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 54.2 kWh
- EV Range
- 371 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 5.9 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Boot Space
- 210 litres
- Airbags
- Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Blazing Blue Metallic
- British Racing Green Metallic
- Chilli Red II Metallic
- Legend Grey Metallic
- Melting Silver Metallic
- Midnight Black II Metallic
- Nanuq White Metallic
- Sunny Side Yellow Metallic
MINI Electric buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The J01 moves the MINI Hatch properly into the EV era: it is developed with GWM, built in China and keeps a recognisably MINI shape. It also answers a major old MINI Electric weakness with a much longer range. The catch is price. Even the entry Cooper SE costs more than the RM168,888 top end of same-class electric hatchback rivals, so this is a style-and-character buy, not a budget EV.
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MINI Electric FAQ
How much is the MINI Electric in Malaysia?
The MINI Electric starts at RM193,888 for the Cooper SE. The Cooper SE JCW is priced at RM218,888.
Which MINI Electric variant should I buy?
Buy the Cooper SE if you want the longer 402 km range and lower price. Choose the Cooper SE JCW only if you want the stronger 254 hp output and accept the shorter 371 km range.
What is the driving range of the MINI Electric?
The Cooper SE has a 402 km range. The Cooper SE JCW uses the same 54.2 kWh battery but is rated at 371 km.
Is the MINI Electric cheaper than its electric hatchback rivals?
No. Same-class electric hatchback rivals span RM59,800 to RM168,888, while the MINI Electric starts above that at RM193,888.
