Mini Aceman

Not to be confused with Mini Paceman.

Mini Aceman
Overview
Manufacturer	BMW (Mini)
Model code	J05 [1]
Production	2024–present
Assembly	China: Zhangjiagang (Spotlight Automotive)
Body and chassis
Class	Small family car [2]
Body style	5-door hatchback [2]
Layout	Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
Related	Mini Cooper E/SE (J01)
Powertrain
Electric motor	Permanent magnet synchronous
Power output	135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) (Aceman E) 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) (Aceman SE) 190 kW (255 hp; 258 PS) (JCW Electric)
Battery	42.5 kWh lithium-ion (Aceman E) 54.2 kWh lithium-ion (Aceman SE / JCW Electric)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,606 mm (102.6 in)
Length	4,076 mm (160.5 in)
Width	1,754 mm (69.1 in)
Height	1,515 mm (59.6 in)
Chronology
Predecessor	Mini Clubman

The Mini Aceman is a small family car which has been made in China and sold under the British Mini marque since 2024. ^[2] Similar to the related J01 electric Mini Cooper, the Aceman was developed and is produced by Spotlight Automotive, a joint venture between the BMW Group of Germany and Great Wall Motor, at a manufacturing plant in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu. It is a five-door hatchback with a battery-electric drivetrain. ^[2] It is the marque's smallest SUV,^{[ citation needed ]} and its second electric SUV after the Mini Countryman SE.^{[ citation needed ]}

Concept

The Mini Aceman was revealed as concept car on 26 July 2022, ^{[3] [4]} previewing a new design language for the Mini marque. ^{[5] [6]}

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  Mini Aceman Concept
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  Rear view

The Aceman is positioned under the larger compact-class Countryman SUV. ^[7]

In August 2022 at the Gamescom video games convention in Cologne, Germany, Mini showcased a Pokémon-themed Aceman concept encased in 1:1 scale toy car packaging. Attendees could purchase a small scale model of this vehicle in identical packaging. ^[8]

Production version

The production version of the Mini Aceman was unveiled in April 2024 at the Beijing Auto Show. The Aceman comes exclusively with battery electric powertrains, with two options available. Four trims are offered, which are Essential, Classic, Favored, and JCW. ^{[9] [10]}

The Aceman share design elements from the Cooper J01 and Countryman. The headlights and matrix rear lights have three different modes for the LED graphics. There are matte black lower sills and standard roof rails to resemble a crossover SUV instead of a tall hatchback. ^{[11] [12]}

The interior is similar to the Cooper J01. There is a 9.4-inch touchscreen (operated by MINI OS9), which is the only interior screen and control most of the vehicle functions, plus a few toggle switches for the essential functions. Mini's new Intelligent Personal Assistant called "Spike" debuted in the Aceman, with eight selectable Mini Experience Modes. The dashboard is covered with knitted material and the door cards are made from recycled polyester. ^[11]

Despite its small dimensions, Mini designers made use of the “Clever Use of Space” design principle, therefore the Aceman has 300 L (11 cu ft) of boot space, which can be increased to 1,005 L (35.5 cu ft) when the rear seats are folded. ^[11]

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  Rear view
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  JCW model
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  Rear view
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  Interior

Safety

Euro NCAP test results
MINI Aceman SE 'Classic' (LHD) (2025) ^[13]

Test	Points	%
Overall:
Adult occupant:	33.4	83%
Child occupant:	43.0	87%
Pedestrian:	48.7	77%
Safety assist:	14.4	79%

References

1. DeMattia, Nico (28 October 2022). "Next-Gen MINI Chassis Codes Revealed—MINI Aceman Gets "J05" Designation". BMW BLOG. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
2. "MINI Aceman Standard Safety Equipment" (PDF). euroncap.com. Euro NCAP. September 2025. Retrieved 20 October 2025.
3. Nedelea, Andrei (26 July 2022). "Mini Aceman Concept Previews Brand's First Electric Crossover". InsideEVs . Retrieved 3 October 2022.
4. Bell, Sebastien (26 July 2022). "Mini Shows Off Future Of Design With Aceman EV Concept". Carscoops. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
5. Bruce, Chris (26 July 2022). "Mini Aceman Concept EV Debuts Wearing Brand's New Design Language". Motor1.com. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
6. Doll, Scooter (27 July 2022). "MINI introduces Aceman concept – its first all-electric crossover previewing new brand design language". Electrek. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
7. Pappas, Thanos (3 October 2022). "MINI Aceman Heading To Production In 2024 As An Electric Crossover". Carscoops. Retrieved 3 October 2022.
8. Smith, Christopher (23 August 2022). "Mini Concept Aceman Gets A Pokémon Makeover For Gamescon". Motor1 . Retrieved 3 October 2022.
9. Alaniz, Anthony (24 April 2024). "The Mini Aceman Is a Funky-Looking Electric Crossover With 218 HP". Motor1.com. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
10. Capparella, Joey (24 April 2024). "Mini Aceman Is a Tiny EV with a Cheeky Design Inside and Out". Car and Driver . Retrieved 25 April 2024.
11. "The new MINI Aceman" (Press release). BMW Group. 24 April 2024.
12. Pappas, Thanos (24 April 2024). "New Mini Aceman EV Is Big On Space, Small In Size". CarScoops.
13. https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/mini/aceman/56204