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.
| Mini Aceman | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mini (BMW) |
| Model code | J05[1] |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Assembly | China: 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 |
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| Battery |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,606 mm (102.6 in) |
| Length | 4,076 mm (160.5 in) |
| Width | 1,754 mm (69.1 in) |
| Height | 1,515 mm (59.6 in) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mini Clubman |
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
editThe Mini Aceman was revealed as concept car on 26 July 2022,[2][3] previewing a new design language for the Mini brand.[4][5]
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Mini Aceman Concept -
Rear view
The Aceman will replace 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 Countryman SUV.[6]
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.[7]
Production version
editThe 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.[8][9]
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.[10][11]
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.[10]
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.[10]
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Rear view -
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Interior
References
edit- ^ DeMattia, Nico (28 October 2022). "Next-Gen MINI Chassis Codes Revealed—MINI Aceman Gets "J05" Designation". BMW BLOG. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
- ^ Nedelea, Andrei (26 July 2022). "Mini Aceman Concept Previews Brand's First Electric Crossover". InsideEVs. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (26 July 2022). "Mini Shows Off Future Of Design With Aceman EV Concept". Carscoops. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
- ^ Bruce, Chris (26 July 2022). "Mini Aceman Concept EV Debuts Wearing Brand's New Design Language". Motor1. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
- ^ Doll, Scooter (27 July 2022). "MINI introduces Aceman concept – its first all-electric crossover previewing new brand design language". Electrek. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
- ^ Pappas, Thanos (3 October 2022). "MINI Aceman Heading To Production In 2024 As An Electric Crossover". Carscoops. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
- ^ Smith, Christopher (23 August 2022). "Mini Concept Aceman Gets A Pokémon Makeover For Gamescon". Motor1. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
- ^ Alaniz, Anthony (24 April 2024). "The Mini Aceman Is a Funky-Looking Electric Crossover With 218 HP". Motor1. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
- ^ Capparella, Joey (24 April 2024). "Mini Aceman Is a Tiny EV with a Cheeky Design Inside and Out". Car and Driver. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
- ^ a b c "The new MINI Aceman". BMW Press Group. 24 April 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
- ^ Pappas, Thanos (24 April 2024). "New Mini Aceman EV Is Big On Space, Small In Size". CarScoops.
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