Mini Aceman

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Mini Aceman
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Mini Aceman S
Overview
Manufacturer Mini (BMW)
Model code J05 [1]
Production2024 (to commence)
AssemblyChina: Zhangjiagang (Spotlight Automotive)
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
Related Mini Cooper E/SE (J01)
Powertrain
Electric motor Permanent magnet Syncronus motor
Power output
  • 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) (Aceman E)
  • 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) (Aceman SE)
Battery SVOLT Lithium Tenary (NMC)
  • 42.5 kWh (Aceman E)
  • 54.2 kWh (Aceman SE)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,606 mm (102.6 in)
Length4,076 mm (160.5 in)
Width1,754 mm (69.1 in)
Height1,515 mm (59.6 in)
Chronology
Predecessor Mini Clubman

The Mini Aceman is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by German automobile manufacturer BMW and sold under the Mini marque. It is the brand's smallest SUV, and its second electric SUV after the Mini Countryman SE.

Contents

Similar to the related J01 Mini Cooper electric, the Aceman was developed and produced by Spotlight Automotive, a joint venture between BMW Group and Great Wall Motor, at a manufacturing plant in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.

Concept

The Mini Aceman was revealed as concept car on 26 July 2022, [2] [3] previewing a new design language for the Mini brand. [4] [5]

The Aceman will reportedly replace the current 5-door Mini Hatch, [6] as well as the Clubman which is rumored for planned discontinuation at the end of the current generation's cycle. The Aceman will be position under the larger compact-class Mini Countryman SUV”. [7]

In August 2022 at the Gamescom video games convention in Cologne, Germany, Mini showcased a Pokémon-themed Aceman concept encased in 1:1 scale toy car packaging. Attendees could purchase a small scale model of this vehicle in identical packaging. [8]

Production version

The production version of the Mini Aceman was introduced in April 2024 at the Beijing Auto Show. The Aceman comes exclusively with battery electric powertrains with two options available. Four trims will be available, which are Essential, Classic, Favored, and JCW. [9] [10]

The Aceman shares similar design elements from the Cooper J01 and Countryman. The headlights and matrix rear lights has three different modes for the LED graphics. There are matte black lower sills and standard roof rails to resemble a crossover SUV instead of a tall hatchback. [11] [12]

The interior is similar to Cooper J01. There is a 9.44 in (24.0 cm) touchscreen (operated by MINI OS 9) is the only interior screen which has most of the vehicle functions, a few toggle switches for the essential functions, Mini's new Intelligent Personal Assistant called "Spike" (debuting in the Aceman), and eight selectable Mini Experience Modes. The dashboard is covered with knitted material and the door cards are made from recycled polyester. [11]

Despite its small dimensions, Mini designers made use of the “Clever Use of Space” design principle, therefore the Aceman has 300 L (11 cu ft) of boot space and can be increased to 1,005 L (35.5 cu ft) when the rear seats are folded. [11]

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References

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