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BMW 7 Series vs MINI MINI comparison

Compare performance (571 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (102,800 £ vs 23,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 7 Series or MINI MINI?

BMW 7 Series vs MINI MINI: Key differences

BMW 7 Series

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space

MINI MINI

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially lighter

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

7 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MINI MINI is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,300 £ , while the BMW 7 Series costs 102,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 79,457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 7 Series uses 3.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI MINI with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI MINI offers substantially more range – reaching up to 402 km, about 322 km more than the BMW 7 Series.

MINI

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 7 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 7 Series is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 7 Series delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

7 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI MINI is substantially lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 920 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 7 Series offers clearly more boot space – 540 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 265 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 7 Series carries noticeably more – 665 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 220 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £23,300
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 402 km
BMW 7 Series
MINI MINI

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BMW 7 Series

The BMW 7 Series is a flagship that balances whisper-quiet luxury with a driver's focus, wrapping advanced tech and plush comfort in a sleek, authoritative presence. It’s the kind of car that navigates city traffic and open roads with equal poise, offering a grown-up alternative for buyers who demand refinement without losing a little driving fun.

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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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BMW 7 Series
MINI MINI

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,800 - 127,500 £
Price
23,300 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 6.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
293 - 402 km
Battery Capacity
17.6 kWh
Battery Capacity
36.6 - 49.8 kWh
co2
74 - 160 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback, Convertible
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4
Doors
2 - 5
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Trunk capacity
525 - 540 L
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Length
5,391 mm
Length
3,858 - 4,036 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,544 mm
Height
1,431 - 1,464 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
725 - 925 L
Payload
605 - 665 kg
Payload
345 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
300 - 571 HP
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 250 km/h
Torque
670 - 800 Nm
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
220 - 420 kW
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
MINI
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