Mini Cooper SE Iconic 2025 vs Rivian R3

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thumb image Mini Cooper SE Iconic 2025 US$ 36,500
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thumb image Rivian R3 US$ 37,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Mini Cooper Rivian
Model SE Iconic 2025 R3
Vehicle Type Electric Compact Electric SUV (Hatchback)
Trims Classic, Iconic, and Sport R3, R3X (performance variant)
Release Date February 2025 Expected 2026–2027
Status Available Upcoming / Pre-production
Made In Oxford, United Kingdom Georgia, USA (future plant); early units may come from Illinois
Body Type Hatchback 5-door hatchback SUV
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles Not officially disclosed; Rivian currently offers 5 yrs/60,000 mi basic
Colors Standard: Pepper White, Midnight Black Optional: Melting Silver, British Racing Green (+$500) TBD (likely multiple solid and metallic options)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Electric Motor Single-motor RWD / Dual-motor AWD / Tri-motor AWD (R3X)
Horsepower 181 hp Est. 400–600+ hp (varies by trim)
Torque 199 lb-ft Not disclosed (expected >700 Nm in higher trims)
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds 3.0 sec (0–60 mph, Tri-motor)
Top Speed 93 mph Est. 125–135 mph
Range 114 miles Up to 300+ miles (larger battery)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) RWD / AWD

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled) Lithium-ion, Rivian Gen-2 platform
Battery Capacity 40.7 kWh Two options (exact kWh not disclosed; likely ~80 kWh & 100+ kWh)
Power Consumption 30 kWh/100 miles Est. 3.3–3.8 mi/kWh
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / ~175,000 miles (expected)
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 3.5 hours Level 2 (11.5 kW) ~25–30 mi/hr
Supercharging Speed 50 kW Supports NACS (Tesla Superchargers)
DC Fast Charging Speed 10-80% in 35 minutes 10–80% in <30 min
Miles of Range added Per Hour 20 miles/hour Up to ~140–180 mi in 20 min (fast charger)
Charging Time 0-100% in 4.5 hours Level 2 (0–100%) ~8–12 hrs
Charging Connector Type Type 2 (EU) / J1772 (US) for AC charging CCS Combo (DC Fast Charging) NACS (adapter for CCS)
Home Charging Options 11 kW onboard charger available as an option Compatible with all Level 2 (240V) home chargers 240V wall charger, portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 7.4 kW (standard), 11 kW (optional) Est. 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 151.4 in (3,847 mm) 170–175 in (est.)
Width 68.0 in (1,727 mm) 74–76 in (est.)
Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm) 65–67 in (est.)
Wheelbase 98.2 in (2,494 mm) Shorter than Rivian R2 (likely ~108–110 in)
Ground Clearance 5.3 in (135 mm) Adjustable, ~8–10 in (with off-road mode)
Cargo Space 8.7 cu ft TBD (smaller than R2; includes front trunk)
Curb Weight 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg) Est. 4,200–4,800 lbs
No. of Doors 3-doors 5
Seating Capacity 4 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Twin Spoke Alloy Wheels Alloy
Wheel Size 17 x 7 inches 19–21 in (varies by trim)
Front Tire 205/45 R17 TBD
Rear Tire 205/45 R17 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed direct drive
Turning Radius 35.1 feet (10.7 meters) TBD
Gear Box Direct-drive N/A (EV direct drive)
Front Suspension MacPherson strut Independent (likely double wishbone or multi-link)
Rear Suspension Multi-link Independent multi-link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Rivian Driver+ (L2 ADAS)
Navigation System Yes Yes (cloud-based with OTA updates)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes (phone as key + fob)
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Likely available
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Optional (glass roof)
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Not yet (same as above)
Touchscreen 8.8-inch Large central display (~15 in) + driver display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Large central display (~15 in) + driver display
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (via infotainment)
No. Of Speakers 10-Speakers Premium audio (exact count TBD, est. 12+)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags Likely 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Likely (off-road trims)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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