Kia EV5 Light FWD vs MINI Cooper SE 3-Door Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
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EV5 Light FWD
C$43,495
| Spec | Kia EV5 | MINI Cooper SE |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$43,495 | C$40,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 335 km | 402 km |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | 54.2 kWh |
| Motor Power | 115 kW | 160 kW |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 170 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.7s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | N/A | 30 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Kia EV5 vs MINI Cooper SE: Verdict
The MINI Cooper SE is the more affordable choice at C$40,990, undercutting the other by about C$2,505. The MINI Cooper SE travels further on a charge, with a claimed 402 km versus 335 km — roughly 67 km more. The MINI Cooper SE is the more powerful EV, producing 160 kW to the other's 115 kW.
Choose the Kia EV5 if you want more seats for the family (5-seater); pick the MINI Cooper SE if a lower purchase price (C$40,990) matters more to you.
Kia EV5 vs MINI Cooper SE
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Spec Score(16 specs)
3
16 specs
Kia EV5
6
16 specs
MINI Cooper SE
Best
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$43,495
C$40,990
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
335 km
402 km
Battery
↑ higher
60 kWh
54.2 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
115 kW
160 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
8.4s (0-100 km/h)s
6.7s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
60 kWh
54.2 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
335 km
402 km
Range Standard
EPA
WLTP
Fast Charging
N/A
30 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
N/A
4 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
115 kW
160 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
180 km/h
170 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
8.4s (0-100 km/h)s
6.7s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
4 seats
Dimensions
Length
4615 mm
N/A
Width
1875 mm
N/A
Height
1715 mm
N/A
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2750 mm
N/A
Features
Kia EV5
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
MINI Cooper SE
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- + 2 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
2
of 11 wins
Kia EV5
3
of 11 wins
MINI Cooper SE
Best Overall
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Kia EV5 (Light FWD) vs MINI Cooper SE (3-Door)
| Spec name | Electric Kia EV5Light FWD C$43,495 2027EMI → |  Electric MINI Cooper SE3-Door C$40,990 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$43,495 | C$40,990 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$689/mo | C$649/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 115 kW | 160 kW Best | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 60 kWh Best | 54.2 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 310 Nm | 330 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 180 km/h Best | 170 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 8.4s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.7s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 335 km | 402 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | WLTP | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | N/A | 30 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | N/A | 4 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4615 mm | N/A | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1875 mm | N/A | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1715 mm | N/A | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2750 mm | N/A | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Seating Capacity Maximum number of passengers | 5 seats | 4 seats | |
Key Features Comparison
- Fast Charging (150+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto