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PRICEY MINI OR CHEAP BMW i3?

Model Mini Cooper SE hatch

Motor Single (front axle)

Battery 32.6kWh lithium-ion

Max power 135kW @ 0rpm

Max torque 270Nm @ 0rpm

Transmission Single-speed reduction gear

Weight 1365kg

0-100km/h 7.3sec (claimed)

Economy 18.0kWh/100km

Price $54,800

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