2025 MINI Hardtop vs. 2024 MINI SE Hardtop Review

Picture of the 2025 MINI Hardtop

2025 MINI
Hardtop

MSRP*: $28,950 to $35,600
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Picture of the 2024 MINI SE Hardtop

2024 MINI
SE Hardtop

MSRP*: $30,900
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MPG - City 28 - 29 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 38 - 39 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 161-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 181-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 161 - 201 hp 181 hp
Exterior Length 152.6 - 158.9 in 151.7 in
Exterior Width 68.7 in 68.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.8 in
Front 41.4 in
Rear 30.8 in
Head Room Front 38.3 in
Rear 36.3 in
Front 38.3 in
Rear 36.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The MINI Hardtop offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the MINI SE Hardtop with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the MINI Hardtop and the MINI SE Hardtop in the front seats.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The MINI Hardtop is somewhat more expensive than the MINI SE Hardtop.

Dimensions
The MINI Hardtop is a little wider than the MINI SE Hardtop, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the MINI Hardtop takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the MINI SE Hardtop.

Handling
The MINI Hardtop has a larger turning radius than the MINI SE Hardtop, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the MINI Hardtop is somewhat more powerful than the MINI SE Hardtop.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the MINI Hardtop does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the MINI SE Hardtop.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the MINI Hardtop and the MINI SE Hardtop.