The second-generation Mini Cooper SE will go on sale in India on November 27, bringing a much bigger battery and a claimed WLTP range of 402km to the electric hatchback.
Introduced globally in 2023, the new Cooper SE replaces a car whose short range held it back. The new model gets a 54.2kWh battery pack powering a single front-mounted motor producing 218hp and 330Nm — a substantial step up from its predecessor.
What has changed
The redesign brings revised headlamps, an octagonal grille, new alloy wheel designs and sharper tail-lamps. Inside, Mini has moved to its latest circular infotainment display and a cleaner cabin layout.
The 402km WLTP range figure is the headline number for buyers. The previous Cooper SE managed roughly half that in real-world use, which limited its appeal beyond city driving. The new battery should make weekend trips realistic, although Indian buyers will want to see real-world range figures before committing.
A fun car in a serious month
The Cooper SE arrives at the end of a busy November for Indian electric cars. The Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric launched on November 4, BYD’s luxury brand Denza arrives on November 13, and the Tata Safari EV is expected around November 15.
Mini is also expected to offer a Paul Smith Edition of the Cooper SE, continuing the brand’s long run of designer collaborations. Prices have not been announced, but the car will sit at the premium end of the electric hatchback market, aimed at buyers who want style and driving fun rather than maximum space.
For Mini, the Cooper SE is a test of whether a small, characterful electric car can sell in a market that increasingly favours large SUVs. The bigger battery gives it a far better chance than its predecessor had.
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Sources: Autocar India, “Upcoming car launches in November 2026” (1 Nov 2026); CarLelo, “5 Electric Cars to Watch Out for Before 2027” (3 Nov 2026); NewsKart, “November EV Watch” (2 Nov 2026).
