2025 MINI Cooper SE vs 2024 FIAT 500e: Small Cars, Big Fun
Electric city cars are becoming more exciting every year, with more options now available for urban drivers. The 2025 MINI Cooper SE and the 2024 FIAT 500e both bring their own unique strengths to the road. The FIAT adds bold Italian styling, while the MINI offers a mix of playful design and confident handling that suits Edmonton streets and Alberta’s changing seasons. Choosing between them depends on what matters most to you.
More Power, More Play
The 2025 MINI Cooper SE packs 215 horsepower and 243 lb-ft of torque from its new 54.2-kWh battery. That means stronger acceleration, tighter handling, and real confidence when merging or passing. The drive feels responsive and planted, especially in the Go-Kart mode that brings the MINI’s playful spirit to life. The FIAT 500e makes just 117 horsepower. It feels soft in comparison. Great for a gentle cruise, sure, but it lacks the sharp mid-range punch that makes the MINI a thrill in tight corners or city traffic. The difference is clear when driving gets spirited.
Smarter Inside and Out
Inside the MINI, everything is built around the driver. The new 240-mm OLED round screen is a standout. It’s bright, fast, and super easy to use. Voice commands, animated drive modes, and a retro-modern interface make every ride feel unique. The system even tells jokes. The FIAT’s Uconnect 5 is solid, with a crisp 10.25-inch screen and Alexa built in. But it doesn’t feel quite as special. MINI’s layout keeps the driver engaged, while FIAT leans more toward mainstream. If you love personality, MINI feels more alive.
Real Range and Everyday Confidence
With an estimated real-world range of 350 km, the MINI SE makes daily drives and weekend plans easier to trust. Charging from 10 to 80 percent takes just 30 minutes at a fast charger, and a full charge at home is ready overnight. The FIAT 500e has a smaller 42-kWh battery and a lower power output. Its range tops out around 240 km. That may work for short commutes, but drivers in Alberta know how fast that number drops when winter hits or when the highway opens up.
Take the Wheel and Feel the Difference
The MINI Cooper SE does more than move you. It makes you want to keep going. From its low-slung battery to its stiff suspension and crisp steering, it feels confident in every corner. That same feeling is harder to find in the FIAT, which stays soft and quiet even in its sportier trims.
Ready to drive something electric that still feels human and fun? Visit MINI Edmonton and experience the 2025 MINI Cooper SE today.
