MINI Cooper SE 3-Door vs Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | MINI Cooper SE | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$40,990 | C$54,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 402 km | 438 km |
| Battery Capacity | 54.2 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Motor Power | 160 kW | 208 kW |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 201 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.7s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.1s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 30 min (10-80%) | 15 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats |
MINI Cooper SE vs Tesla Model 3: Verdict
The MINI Cooper SE is the more affordable choice at C$40,990, undercutting the other by about C$14,000. The Tesla Model 3 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 438 km versus 402 km — roughly 36 km more. The Tesla Model 3 is the more powerful EV, producing 208 kW to the other's 160 kW.
Choose the MINI Cooper SE if you want a lower purchase price (C$40,990); pick the Tesla Model 3 if more driving range between charges (438 km) matters more to you.
MINI Cooper SE vs Tesla Model 3
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Spec Score(16 specs)
0
16 specs
MINI Cooper SE
9
16 specs
Tesla Model 3
Best
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$40,990
C$54,990
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
402 km
438 km
Battery
↑ higher
54.2 kWh
60 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
160 kW
208 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
6.7s (0-100 km/h)s
6.1s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
54.2 kWh
60 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
402 km
438 km
Range Standard
WLTP
WLTP
Fast Charging
30 min (10-80%)
15 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
4 hrs (240V)
8 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
160 kW
208 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
170 km/h
201 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
6.7s (0-100 km/h)s
6.1s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
4720 mm
Width
N/A
1850 mm
Height
N/A
1443 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
2875 mm
Features
MINI Cooper SE
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- + 2 more
Tesla Model 3
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
0
of 11 wins
MINI Cooper SE
5
of 11 wins
Tesla Model 3
Best Overall
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MINI Cooper SE (3-Door) vs Tesla Model 3 (Standard Range Plus)
| Spec name |  Electric MINI Cooper SE3-Door C$40,990 2026EMI → |  Electric Tesla Model 3Standard Range Plus C$54,990 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$40,990 | C$54,990 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$649/mo | C$871/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 160 kW | 208 kW Best | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 54.2 kWh | 60 kWh Best | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 330 Nm | 420 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 170 km/h | 201 km/h Best | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 6.7s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.1s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 402 km | 438 km Best | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | WLTP | WLTP | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 30 min (10-80%) | 15 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 4 hrs (240V) | 8 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 4720 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1850 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1443 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 2875 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Seating Capacity Maximum number of passengers | 4 seats | 5 seats | |
Key Features Comparison
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto