Electric Minis To be Made

500 Electric Minis

BMW will be making 500 battery-powered Minis to be tested in California. The Mini E is the first step in a medium-term plan to offer electric models.

The Mini E's electric drivetrain produces a peak torque of 220Nm and power is delivered to the front wheels via a single-stage helical gearbox. This unique engine and transmission arrangement powers the emission-free card to 100kmh in 8.5 seconds and up to an electronically limited top speed of 152kmh.

The car will be a two-seater, as space is taken up by its lithium-ion battery pack, which will have a maximum capacity of 35 kilowatt-hour, which translates to a range of about 300km. It can be plugged into all power outlets and recharging from flat is expected to take just 2.5 hours.



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