How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Mini Cooper SE

Iconic Trim configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.

Battery

54.2 kWh

Range

114 mi

Efficiency

3.3 mi/kWh

MSRP

$34,995

The Mini Cooper SE is a efficient, urban-focused electric vehicle with a 54.2 kWh battery pack. With 3.26 miles/kWh efficiency, it offers 114 miles of EPA-rated range. This model offers a compelling blend of performance and charging economy.

Ideal For
  • First-time EV buyers

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Cost to Charge Mini Cooper SE at Home

Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.

Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
30.7 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$5.52
Cost per full charge
$9.76
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$55.21
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$662.58

Home Charging Breakdown

Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 307 kWh

Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,681 kWh

Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.84

EPA range per full charge: 114 miles

Cost to Charge Mini Cooper SE at Public Charging Stations

100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.

Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
30.7 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$13.80
Cost per full charge
$24.39
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$138.04
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,656.44

Public Charging Breakdown

Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $4.60

Extra monthly cost vs home: $82.82 higher

Extra annual cost vs home: $993.87 higher

Compared to gas baseline: spend $224.12/year more

Seasonal Charging Cost: Mini Cooper SE

Compact-pack profile (<60 kWh). Compact packs can be highly efficient, but weather-related HVAC load can create larger per-mile swings in short-trip urban use.

Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.

Winter factor range

+10% to +24%

Factor band: 1.10x-1.24x baseline.

Summer factor range

+4% to +10%

Factor band: 1.04x-1.10x baseline.

Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)

Winter: $60.74-$68.47

Summer: $57.42-$60.74

Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)

Winter: $151.84-$171.17

Summer: $143.56-$151.84

Use trip-chaining and consistent home charging cadence to reduce seasonal cost spikes.

Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.

Charging Costs by State

Top 5 cheapest states for Mini Cooper SE: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska

StateRateMonthly CostAnnual CostRank
North Dakota$0.11/kWh$33.74$404.91#1
Arkansas$0.12/kWh$36.81$441.72#2
Idaho$0.12/kWh$36.81$441.72#3
Missouri$0.12/kWh$36.81$441.72#4
Nebraska$0.12/kWh$36.81$441.72#5
Oklahoma$0.12/kWh$36.81$441.72#6
Iowa$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#7
Kentucky$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#8
Louisiana$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#9
Montana$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#10
Nevada$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#11
North Carolina$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#12
South Dakota$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#13
Tennessee$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#14
Utah$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#15
Washington$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#16
Wyoming$0.13/kWh$39.88$478.53#17
Georgia$0.14/kWh$42.94$515.34#18
Kansas$0.14/kWh$42.94$515.34#19
Mississippi$0.14/kWh$42.94$515.34#20
Arizona$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#21
Florida$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#22
Minnesota$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#23
New Mexico$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#24
Oregon$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#25
South Carolina$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#26
Virginia$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#27
West Virginia$0.15/kWh$46.01$552.15#28
Alabama$0.16/kWh$49.08$588.96#29
Colorado$0.16/kWh$49.08$588.96#30
Indiana$0.16/kWh$49.08$588.96#31
Texas$0.16/kWh$49.08$588.96#32
Delaware$0.17/kWh$52.15$625.77#33
Illinois$0.17/kWh$52.15$625.77#34
Ohio$0.17/kWh$52.15$625.77#35
Wisconsin$0.18/kWh$55.21$662.58#36
Maryland$0.20/kWh$61.35$736.20#37
Michigan$0.20/kWh$61.35$736.20#38
Pennsylvania$0.20/kWh$61.35$736.20#39
New Jersey$0.23/kWh$70.55$846.63#40
Vermont$0.23/kWh$70.55$846.63#41
Connecticut$0.25/kWh$76.69$920.25#42
Alaska$0.26/kWh$79.75$957.06#43
New Hampshire$0.26/kWh$79.75$957.06#44
New York$0.27/kWh$82.82$993.87#45
Maine$0.30/kWh$92.02$1,104.29#46
Massachusetts$0.31/kWh$95.09$1,141.10#47
Rhode Island$0.31/kWh$95.09$1,141.10#48
California$0.35/kWh$107.36$1,288.34#49
Hawaii$0.42/kWh$128.83$1,546.01#50

How Long Does It Take to Charge?

Level 1 (120V outlet)

Speed: 3-4 miles/hour

Time to full: 34-46 hours

Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage

Level 2 (240V home)

Speed: 18-25 miles/hour

Time to full: 5-8 hours

Best for: Daily home charging

DC Fast Charging

Speed: up to 100 kW (60 miles in 15 min)

Time to 80%: about 36 minutes

Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups

Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo

Full Specifications

Model Year2024
TrimIconic Trim
Battery Size54.2 kWh
Range114 miles
Efficiency3.3 mi/kWh
Charging SpeedL1: 3-4 miles/hour; L2: 18-25 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 100 kW (60 miles in 15 min)
Seating4 seats
Categoryhatchback
MSRP$34,995

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to charge Mini Cooper SE?

At the national electricity benchmark ($0.18/kWh), Mini Cooper SE runs about $55.21 per month for 1,000 miles.

What is the cost of a full charge for Mini Cooper SE?

A full battery cycle is about $9.76 at $0.18/kWh, and the model is rated around 114 miles of range.

How long does charging usually take for Mini Cooper SE?

Typical windows are 34-46 hours on Level 1, 5-8 hours on Level 2, and around 36 minutes to reach 80% on DC fast charging.

How does Mini Cooper SE compare to gas costs yearly?

Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, this model can save roughly $769.74 per year in energy cost.

Who is Mini Cooper SE best suited for?

Mini Cooper SE is a strong fit for first-time ev buyers, with 3.3 mi/kWh efficiency and 114-mile range.

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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.