BMW is set to showcase its first ever All-Electric MINI Cooper at this year’s Shanghai Auto Show.
The 20th edition of Auto Shanghai, with exhibitors from all over the world, will take place from 18 to 27 April at the China Expo Convention and Exhibition Complex, Shanghai.
As revealed on the BMW’s global channel, the MINI Concept Aceman will at the event, provide a preview of the first all-electric crossover model in the new MINI family.
According to BMW, with the MINI Concept Aceman, MINI is providing a first glimpse of a new vehicle concept: fully electric drive featuring a completely new design.
“MINI’s reinvented companion Spike from 2022 is given a digital life,” BMW explained. “In addition, the 30th anniversary of the MINI Convertible will be celebrated with the MINI Convertible Seaside Edition.
“The top athletes from the John Cooper Works brand, who are particularly successful in Asia, will also, be shown in Shanghai.
The MINI Cooper SE Convertible (power consumption combined: 17.2 kWh/100 km according to WLTP; CO2 emissions combined: 0 g/km) is the world’s first locally emission-free premium convertible in the small car segment to be presented to the public for the first time.
With a limited number of 999 vehicles, it will enable MINI fans in Europe to enjoy exceptional and exclusive open-air driving fun from April 2023.
The small series is available in the colours Enigmatic Black and White Silver and emphasises the exclusive character of the limited MINI Convertible featuring edition-specific equipment details with the lettering 1 of 999.
With a range of 201 kilometres determined in the WLTP test cycle, open-air excursions well beyond the city limits are possible. In addition to the all-electric drive, MINI also takes a pioneering role in the edition-specific light-alloy wheels, which are made of 100 per cent secondary aluminium.
In combination with the fact that green electricity is used to produce them, CO2 emissions can be significantly reduced compared to conventional manufacturing processes.
The MINI Countryman offers the ultimate in comfort, space and driving stability for out-of-town excursions and exploring off the beaten track. For extended road trips, the versatile adventurer can boast additional storage space, which can be provided in just a few easy steps. With the rear seats folded down, 1,390 litres of load volume is available. The largest and most spacious MINI can master even the most challenging terrain and lets and will get you exploring thanks to the optional ALL4 all-wheel drive.
The top athletes of the John Cooper Works brand have always stood for sports-oriented go-kart feeling. At Auto Shanghai 2023, MINI will be presenting the extremely sporty variants of the MINI Cooper, MINI Clubman and MINI Countryman models. The power delivery of the 4-cylinder turbo engines with up to 225 kW/306 hp, together with the aerodynamic design details, generate exclusive race-car feeling.
Also known as Auto Shanghai, the exhibition is considered one of the most important international motorshows in the industry and welcomed over 800,000 visitors in 2021.
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