Beijing show: Mini Aceman electric wagon confirmed for Australia to fight Cupra Born, Jeep Avenger, Peugeot e-2008

April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 Bruce Newton 9678 Views Aceman, Avenger, Beijing, Cupra, e-2008, jeep, Peugeot

Mini has unveiled its new Aceman electric-only wagon at the Beijing auto show and immediately confirmed it will go on-sale in Australia before the end of 2024.

An all-new model added to the Mini range between the larger Countryman and smaller Cooper, the 4.07 metre-long, 1.75m wide and 1.5m tall five-door wagon will be available in two models at launch – the E and the SE – with distinct performance differences.

The Aceman E will be power its front wheels via a 135kW/280Nm e-motor fed by a 42.5kWh battery pack.

The claimed WLTP range is 310km based on average electricity consumption between 14.1 and 14.9kWh/100km.

The Aceman SE’s e-motor produces 160kW/330Nm and combines with a 54.2kWh battery to deliver 406km of range based on a WLTP average of 13.9-14.8kWh/100km.

The Aceman E is claimed to accelerate from 0-100km/h in 7.9 seconds and the SE in 7.1 seconds.

The Aceman E can be fast-charged at up to 75kW and the SE up to 95kW. The maximum AC recharging rate is 11kW.

Unlike other Mini models, there is no intention to offer the Aceman with ICE power.

Outside, the Aceman is distinguished by its distinctive LED headlight design.

Inside, the Aceman has five seats and a minimum 300 litre luggage capacity expanding to as much 1005 litres.

Reminiscent of other Mini models, a 9.4-inch circular OLED display sits on the dash.

Based on a platform developed with Chinese giant GWM, the Aceman will be built in China alongside the new Cooper which also launches in Australia in 2024.

While pricing has yet to be announced, logical opposition for the Aceman in Australia will include premium-priced small EVs such as the Peugeot e-2008, Cupra Born and forthcoming Jeep Avenger.

A higher performance JCW Aceman model is expected to launch later.