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MINI Aceman vs VW ID.5 comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 299 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 37,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or VW ID.5?

MINI Aceman vs VW ID.5: Key differences

MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI Aceman is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 37,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,165 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Aceman is barely more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.5 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 571 km, about 216 km more than the MINI Aceman.

ID.5

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 VW ID.5 offers a bit more power – delivering 299 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the MINI Aceman takes 6.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.5 delivers markedly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 195 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 moderately lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 2,051 kg. The difference is around 331 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.5 carries barely more – 552 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.5 leads convincingly 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 £37,200
ID.5

VW ID.5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 299 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 436 - 571 km
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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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Reviews MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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GEORGXRM
5 Jan 2026, 00:44:07

Amazing interior, sporty-funky exterior, great handles, good amount of power.

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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Price
37,200 - 49,300 £
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
15.4 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Electric Range
436 - 571 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Curb weight
2,051 - 2,204 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,754 mm
Width
1,852 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
529 - 552 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
190 - 299 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
140 - 220 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the MINI Aceman?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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