Fiat

Inspi(red)

500e

The Fiat 500e is a subcompact urban EV revived from the brand's retro-chic heritage, targeting city dwellers who prioritize style and maneuverability over long-range utility. Sold in the U.S. in a single Inspi(red) trim at $32,500, it competes against the Mini Cooper SE and Chevrolet Bolt EV. Reviewers consistently highlight its distinctive Italian styling and nimble city-driving character as genuine differentiators, while flagging its 149-mile EPA range as a significant limitation for buyers with any meaningful commute beyond urban boundaries.

Distinctive retro-modern exterior styling draws consistent praise from reviewers as one of the most visually appealing designs in the subcompact EV segment

Compact dimensions and tight turning radius make it exceptionally maneuverable in urban environments and easy to park in city spaces

Interior quality and design execution are considered above average for the price, with thoughtful use of recycled and sustainable materials in the cabin

Single-motor FWD powertrain delivers adequate city performance with a smooth, linear throttle response well-suited to stop-and-go driving

149-mile EPA range ranks among the lowest in its price class, trailing the Chevrolet Bolt EV by over 100 miles at a comparable price point

8.5-second 0-60 time is noticeably sluggish relative to most EV competitors, including the Mini Cooper SE which achieves the same sprint in under 7 seconds

Single trim structure at $32,500 leaves buyers with no options to add range, performance, or advanced driver-assistance features

Rear seat headroom and cargo space are heavily compromised by the 500e's small footprint, limiting its practicality for anything beyond solo or two-person urban use

Mini

Cooper E

Cooper SE

Cooper Electric SE

The third-generation Mini Cooper Electric SE arrives as a purpose-built EV rather than a converted combustion platform, giving it a lower center of gravity and a more polished feel than its predecessor. It targets urban and suburban buyers who want a premium small car with genuine go-kart handling character. Reviewers at InsideEVs and Car and Driver highlight the Cooper SE trim's 215-mile EPA range as a meaningful improvement over the outgoing model, while nearly everyone notes that the interior's circular OLED display is a divisive but attention-grabbing design centerpiece.

Cooper SE achieves 0–60 mph in 6.5 seconds, competitive for a sub-$36,000 front-wheel-drive EV in its class

Steering feel and body control draw consistent praise for replicating the classic Mini go-kart handling character in an electric package

215-mile EPA range on the SE trim represents a roughly 35% improvement over the previous-generation Mini Electric

Cabin quality and material fit are rated above segment average by Edmunds reviewers, with soft-touch surfaces and tight panel gaps

Starting price of $30,900 for the Cooper E positions it as one of the more accessible premium small EVs, below rivals like the BMW i3's final pricing

Single-motor FWD only across both trims means no all-wheel-drive option, a disadvantage in snow-prone markets

Rear seat room is genuinely tight for adults — rear legroom measures under 28 inches, limiting real-world four-passenger usability

DC fast charging is capped at 95 kW, slower than class competitors such as the Chevrolet Equinox EV, which can accept up to 150 kW

Cargo capacity of 8.7 cubic feet behind the rear seats is among the smallest in the segment, restricting practicality for longer trips

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	Fiat 500e	Mini Cooper Electric SE
Body type	hatchback	hatchback
Trims	1	2
Starting price	$32,500	$30,900
Max EPA range	149 mi	215 mi
Max power	117 hp	215 hp
Quickest 0–60	8.5 s	6.5 s
Federal tax credit	Not eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Single-Motor FWD	Single-Motor FWD
	Full Fiat 500e specs →	Full Mini Cooper Electric SE specs →

Fiat 500e vs. Mini Cooper Electric SE