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MINI’s new Aceman proves you don’t need to be huge to be clever. The compact, electric crossover slots neatly between the Cooper and Countryman, but it’s the tech that really sets it apart — thoughtful, useful, and often focused on making everyday life easier rather than just chasing flashy specs. Here are the six bits that matter.

1. Electric choices that actually suit different lives

MINI hasn’t tried to force a one-size-fits-all EV. The Aceman comes in three battery and powertrain flavours:

• Aceman E — 38.5 kWh, about 192 miles WLTP, 184 hp (front-wheel drive).
• Aceman SE — 49.2 kWh, about 252 miles WLTP, 218 hp.
• John Cooper Works (JCW) Aceman — sporty tune, 258 hp, about 6.4s to 62 mph.
  Each trims real-world needs differently: small battery for city life, bigger pack for mixed use, and a proper hot version if you want thrills.

2. Fast, less-fuss charging

MINI kept the charging kit sensible and practical: 11 kW AC for decent home/work charging and DC rapid charging that can take you from 10–80% in roughly half an hour (times vary by spec). The car pre-warms its battery to accept faster charging and the navigation will steer you to convenient chargers with live availability. MINI’s Charging Card and Plug & Charge support reduce faff at public points — payment and access are much less of a headache.

3. A friendly, well-thought-out infotainment core

That big circular OLED screen is the Aceman’s focal point — a modern nod to the original Mini speedo that actually works as a daily interface. It runs MINI OS9 on a 5G connection, supports widgets, a swipe-up “toolbelt” for favourites, and custom wallpapers that sync with ambient lighting. You can even flip the display to an analogue-style speedo if you fancy a retro touch. Practical touches — speed and state of charge always visible, easy access to navigation and climate — keep things calm and useful on the move.

4. A genuinely helpful voice assistant

Say “Hey MINI!” and the car will respond. The MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant handles navigation, calls, media and climate, but it also understands conversational requests (“I’m hungry nearby”, “find coffee”) and learns who’s speaking. Over time it adapts to driver and passenger habits and can automate small tasks, like opening a driver’s side window as you approach a barrier to get a parking ticket.

5. Parking tech that saves time and stress

City cars need to make city life easier — and the Aceman does. It comes with 12 ultrasonic sensors and a reversing camera to find and steer into spaces hands-free, and higher packs add 360-degree cameras and a Remote Parking function so you can manoeuvre in and out from your phone. Comfort Access and animated welcome lighting are nice-to-have touches that make day-to-day use feel premium.

6. Control from your pocket

The MINI App ties it all together: check and start charging, pre-condition the cabin, upload routes and even create a virtual key to share access with family or friends (up to 18 devices). Over-the-air updates and the MINI Connected store mean the car can pick up new features and apps without a dealer visit.

MINI’s approach with the Aceman is less about piling on gimmicks and more about using tech where it helps most — charging that’s easier to use, interfaces that reduce distraction, parking systems that actually work in tight spaces, and software that keeps improving over time. If you want a compact crossover that’s playful yet practical, the Aceman looks like one of the smarter choices in a crowded segment.

Note: WLTP ranges and charging times are manufacturer figures intended for comparability; real-world results will vary with temperature, driving style and charging conditions.

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