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AFTER TEASING ENTHUSIASTS with the release of an all- publication, but the European-measured range falls
electric car for some time now, MINI finally debuted the between 145 and 167 miles on a full charge.
new 2020 MINI Cooper SE this past summer—and it was There’s no mistaking the Cooper SE as anything but
worth the wait. a MINI—albeit a galactic one. The blocked-off front
bumper, unique badging, new rear diffuser (sans
Much like the original MINI, the Cooper SE is an exhaust tips, of course), and bright yellow accents
engineering marvel. Under the hood resides an electric adorning the grill, and mirror caps help establish a
motor that sends power to the front wheels, and is decidedly futuristic vibe. Top it off by upgrading the
capable of reaching 80% charge in as little as 35 minutes. standard 16” wheels to the more aerodynamic 17”
Meanwhile, a T-shaped 32.6kWh battery is neatly tucked versions for yours.
away under the interior floorboard, resulting in no lost
passenger or cargo room. Interior space is normally the Inside lies a beautifully-designed 5.5” HD digital gauge
first thing sacrificed in the switch to electric power, but cluster which displays the current speed, driving mode,
MINI knows that their cars are more fun with friends. charge level and range, navigation info, and aspects of
the infotainment system. Additionally, while the car is
The single electric motor produces 181 horsepower and charging, the display shows available range, percentage
199 lb-ft of torque, offering a respectable 7.3 second 0-60 charged, outside temperature, and time remaining until
sprint. Combined with a 1.2-inch lower center of gravity, the battery is fully restored.
four driving modes, stability-control system to help ease
the instant torque produced by the electric motor, and In addition to style, MINI also prioritizes convenience.
only a slight weight increase (319 pounds), the Cooper The Cooper SE comes standard with a 6.5” touchscreen
SE promises to be every bit of fun to drive on our South and navigation, while an upgraded 8.8” screen is
Florida roads as its counterparts—if not more so. optional. Climate control can be accessed via an owner’s
smartphone, eliminating the need to spend the first few
Owners will be happy to learn that driving—rather than minutes of your drive in unbearable heat or extreme cold.
sitting attached to a power source—is exactly what the
Cooper SE is intended for. This is the first electric car from The Cooper SE is slated to arrive in early 2020, and no
the BMW Group to come with adjustable regenerative premium over the current MINI Coper is expected. Want
braking, allowing for one-pedal driving and less battery to learn more about the MINI of the future? Visit Braman
drain. In addition, a heat-pump that uses 75% less energy MINI of Palm Beach, and speak with one of our on-site
than a traditional electric heater has been incorporated. experts today.
US battery range had not been released prior to

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