New Mini Aceman EV Is Big On Space, Small In Size

Mini has finally unveiled the all-new Aceman, a fully electric crossover set to compete in the booming subcompact SUV segment. The high-riding sibling of the Mini Cooper offers a more spacious cabin without sacrificing the agility of the urban dweller, while maintaining a safe distance from the larger Countryman.

Unlike its stablemates, which also come in ICE-powered forms, the Aceman is exclusively available as an EV, offering two power outputs and battery capacities to choose from.More: Mini Clubman Departs As Company Eyes An Electric EraThe design of the Mini Aceman combines the charming features from the Cooper hatchback with angular details from the Countryman SUV. Generous amounts of matte black plastic cladding around the bodywork, skid plates, and roof rails prevent it from resembling a tall hatchback, giving it the desirable crossover stance that consumers desire these days.

The wraparound greenhouse and floating roof are typical Mini design traits, as is the octagonal grille at the front. The latter serves mostly decorative purposes, while the lower bumper intake provides sufficient cooling for the EV internals.

The headlights resemble the eyes of an endearing creature and offer three different modes for the LED graphics, similar to the pixel-style taillights.The Mini Aceman lineup offers four different trims – Essential, Classic, Favoured, and JCW – each one with their respective oblong-shaped badge on the profile and alloy wheels measuring between 17 and 19 inches. Furthermore, the flagship JCW features a unique design for the bumpers, a Chili Red roof and bonnet stripes, plus a high-gloss black finish for the cladding.The Aceman measures 4,075 mm (160.4 inches) long, 1,754 mm (69.1 inches) wide, and 1,495 mm (58.9 inches) tall, placing it in the lower end of the subcompact SUV (B-SUV) segment.