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MINI Aceman vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or Tesla Model 3?

MINI Aceman vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Aceman

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MINI Aceman is a bit cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,705 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is marginally more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.1 kWh/100km for the MINI Aceman. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 395 km more than the MINI Aceman.

Model 3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the MINI Aceman takes 6.4 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers considerably more torque with 660 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Aceman

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Aceman is marginally lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 1,772 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more boot space – 594 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 294 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Aceman carries noticeably more – 530 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 153 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is clearly superior overall 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 £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
MINI Aceman
Tesla Model 3

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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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MINI Aceman
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,754 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 530 kg
Payload
303 - 377 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Tesla
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