THE LOW-DOWN ON ELECTRIC.

Auto experts and industry insiders have had the chance to test drive MINI Electric already. We’ll hand you over to them so they can give you their verdict on what it’s like to drive. They’ll take you through the benefits of its electric powertrain as well as the thrill of its agility and performance. Discover why many believe that MINI Electric is a game changer.

"The MINI Electric – like a Georgian-style country house that’s just been built – takes appealing retro aesthetics and gives them a thoroughly modern twist."

"The MINI Electric's straight-line speed is seriously impressive, its 184PS electric motor hauling it from 0-62mph in 7.3 seconds, and with the generous all-at-once torque you get from an electric motor, the car feels a whole lot brisker than that."

"The MINI Electric is entertaining to drive (again, for an EV). It’s quick in a straight line and fun in the corners, providing you don’t overstep the capabilities of the chassis. It’s also very well made, is available with a broad range of customisation options and has a great image."

"The MINI Electric is a very complete little EV. It preserves pretty much everything we like about a standard MINI Cooper S, but it’s more accelerative where it matters, and has zero local emissions. It proves that the hot hatch will have a future as an EV."

"With 181bhp and as much torque as a diesel but absolutely no lag, even the MINI's lack of noise can't disguise its lively acceleration. It can get from 0-62mph in 7.3 seconds but feels faster in traffic, where nipping into gaps becomes child's play."

"The MINI Electric works out cheaper to buy than the equivalent Cooper S, and I tell you what, it feels every bit as quick when accelerating, too."

"First and foremost, it's fun to drive, with the 181bhp and 270Nm of torque produced by the front-mounted electric motor enough to propel the small hatchback from 0-62mph in 7.2 seconds. The car is also very responsive when you need to make quick manoeuvres like overtaking or exiting junctions."

"MINI hasn’t wavered from its core values in delivering the new Electric model. It remains fun to drive, with lively performance and a classy image, while the all-electric powertrain just adds further value to the iconic small car."

Watch and learn as MINI expert, Mark, takes you through the design and engineering as well as the interior, space, tech spec, driving modes and more.