IT House News on October 15, United Kingdom car brand MINI announced the launch of two new high-performance electric vehicles, John Cooper Works Electric and John Cooper Works Aceman. Both cars are based on the existing MINI Electric and MINI Aceman, with a more powerful electric motor and sportier chassis tuning.
According to IT House, both JCW Electric and JCW Aceman are equipped with a single motor, capable of outputting a maximum power of 258 horsepower and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. The two high-performance models add 40 hp and 20 Nm of power compared to the standard model. In addition, the driver can also get an additional 27 horsepower by pressing the Boost button on the steering wheel.
The JCW Electric accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds and the JCW Aceman accelerates in 6.4 seconds, according to the MINI. The top speed of both models is electronically limited at 200 km/h.
Both models have a battery capacity of 54.2 kWh and a WLTP range of 371 km and 355 km respectively. Due to the improved performance, the range of the JCW Electric and JCW Aceman has been reduced compared to the standard version.
On the outside, the JCW Electric and JCW Aceman get a sportier body package that includes a more aggressive front bumper, rear bumper, side skirts, rear fenders, diffuser, and John Cooper Works badges. In addition, both models come with exclusive aerodynamic wheels (18 inches for the JCW Electric and 19 inches for the JCW Aceman) and high-performance tires.
In terms of brakes, the JCW Electric and JCW Aceman have a more powerful braking system and are equipped with Chili Red brake calipers. In terms of suspension, both models feature JCW-specific tuning to provide more agile handling.
Inside, the JCW Electric and JCW Aceman feature a black and red woven dashboard, as well as a glowing panoramic sunroof, and the seats are a mix of synthetic leather and woven fabric.
The MINI JCW Electric and JCW Aceman will be produced first in China, but will also be produced in Oxford, United Kingdom, from 2026. MINI also confirmed that a petrol version of the JCW Cooper will be available, which is expected to be released this fall.