MINI Electric Hatchback

Frequently Asked Questions

• General Leasing FAQs
  How Long Will My Vehicle Delivery Take?

  Delivery time really depends on several factors, including the vehicle you choose, whether it's in stock & if you're having accessories fitted. If your vehicle is in stock, available & already kitted out the way you want it, it could take as little as 2-3 weeks to be delivered.

  Can I Lease A Vehicle With Bad Credit?

  Leasing is a form of vehicle finance or credit, which means funders will look into your credit history when you apply to lease. If you’ve missed payments or cancelled finance in the past, these can negatively impact your credit score. Vanarama works with more than 10 potential funders & we’ll always try to match you with a funder to suit your needs.

  Can I Cancel A Lease Part Way Through?

  A lease contract can be cancelled by requesting an early termination. If you request this, the vehicle must be returned to the funder & you’ll pay a penalty fee - the amount varies depending on the funder & the type of lease agreement you have, but it could be more than 50% of all remaining payments. If you lease a car with us, you will be covered by Redundancy Protection. This means if due to an unexpected life event you are suddenly unable to afford your payments, we may be able to help. See more about this here.

  Which Businesses Can Lease Vehicles?

  In general, any business can lease a vehicle & benefit from the cost savings leasing offers - even new businesses.

  Can I Change My Annual Mileage Limit Mid-Contract?

  Yes, although the process will depend on which funder your lease is with & if you are eligible to do so. If you think your mileage limit needs changing, call us straight away so we can discuss your options.

  What Is The Shortest Lease Contract I Can Take?

  The shortest lease term available from Vanarama is 2 years, up to a maximum term of 5 years.

  How Does Fair Wear & Tear Work?

  If your lease contract requires you to hand your vehicle back at the end, it will be inspected by the finance company for any damage that isn’t considered ‘fair wear & tear’. The odd bump, scratch or scuff is fine - after all, you could have been driving this vehicle for up to 5 years - excessive damage is not & penalties are often charged to repair it.
• MINI Electric Hatchback FAQs
  Is the Mini Electric a good car?

  Resoundingly yes. The MINI Electric retains 9/10th of the fun of a petrol model in pure dynamic terms - it’s a little heavier, which means it’s not quite as keen to turn, you might notice - but with the balancing bonus of EV responsiveness. That means the throttle response of an electric car is much sharper than in a petrol, so the Electric feels like the quickest one to take off. As usual, the driving position is perfect, there’s loads of grip, and a sense of fun that most cars just can’t match. Only the relatively short battery range hampers it a bit.

  Does the MINI Electric have good battery range?

  The MINI is one of the lowest priced electric cars on the market - perhaps surprising given MINI’s ‘premium’ stance on these things. However, that’s partly to do with the way BMW has engineered the electric drivetrain: by adding it into the existing car’s chassis, as opposed to a ground-up redesign. That means the battery is on the smaller side, at 32.6kWh, good for a 145-mile claimed range. It’ll be enough for most, but more range can be found elsewhere. The Renault Zoe, for instance.

  Is the MINI Cooper well-equipped?

  There’s only one drivetrain in the MINI Electric but it comes with three trim levels, simply called 1, 2 and 3. It’s well specified from the off though, with 1 models getting Apple CarPlay, dual-zone climate control, automatic air conditioning and alloy wheels. Level 2 cars add part leather-style (not real stuff) seats and a reversing camera, while level 3 models get a Harmon Karmon stereo upgrade and a panoramic sunroof, among other things. As with all MINIs it’s possible to buy packs that add more tech and styling parts, so the costs can easily add up.

  Is the MINI Cooper practical?

  Let’s be honest, nobody drove a 3-door MINI because they wanted a practical car. Space in the rear is lacking unless the front passengers are especially short, and the boot is only really big enough for a few shopping bags and not much else. Having said that, it’s still a hatchback with split-folding rear seats, and the low-set seats mean there’s loads of headroom; the MINI’s driving position is fantastic and suitable for even the tallest people. The MINI Electric loses no usable space in the cabin or boot compared to a petrol model.

  Is the MINI Cooper reliable?

  For 20 years now BMW has been producing MINIs from its Oxford factory as the original and most popular premium small hatchback. It follows that the quality is generally exceptional. The MINI doesn’t have a flawless reliability record, but in a recent driver satisfaction survey it scored very highly among current owners. The Electric version is based on the same chassis and basic electrics, while the addition of an electric motor and gearbox - fewer moving parts than a petrol engine - means there’s less to go wrong. Result.

  Is the Mini Electric a good car?

  Resoundingly yes. The MINI Electric retains 9/10th of the fun of a petrol model in pure dynamic terms - it’s a little heavier, which means it’s not quite as keen to turn, you might notice - but with the balancing bonus of EV responsiveness. That means the throttle response of an electric car is much sharper than in a petrol, so the Electric feels like the quickest one to take off. As usual, the driving position is perfect, there’s loads of grip, and a sense of fun that most cars just can’t match. Only the relatively short battery range hampers it a bit.

  Does the MINI Electric have good battery range?

  The MINI is one of the lowest priced electric cars on the market - perhaps surprising given MINI’s ‘premium’ stance on these things. However, that’s partly to do with the way BMW has engineered the electric drivetrain: by adding it into the existing car’s chassis, as opposed to a ground-up redesign. That means the battery is on the smaller side, at 32.6kWh, good for a 145-mile claimed range. It’ll be enough for most, but more range can be found elsewhere. The Renault Zoe, for instance.

  Is the MINI Cooper practical?

  Let’s be honest, nobody drove a 3-door MINI because they wanted a practical car. Space in the rear is lacking unless the front passengers are especially short, and the boot is only really big enough for a few shopping bags and not much else. Having said that, it’s still a hatchback with split-folding rear seats, and the low-set seats mean there’s loads of headroom; the MINI’s driving position is fantastic and suitable for even the tallest people. The MINI Electric loses no usable space in the cabin or boot compared to a petrol model.

  Is the MINI Cooper reliable?

  For 20 years now BMW has been producing MINIs from its Oxford factory as the original and most popular premium small hatchback. It follows that the quality is generally exceptional. The MINI doesn’t have a flawless reliability record, but in a recent driver satisfaction survey it scored very highly among current owners. The Electric version is based on the same chassis and basic electrics, while the addition of an electric motor and gearbox - fewer moving parts than a petrol engine - means there’s less to go wrong. Result.