Mini Cooper E
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your Cooper E+−
The Mini Cooper E has a Type 2 inlet and a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. The 22kW cable carries its full 11kW on three-phase chargers. A 7.4kW cable would cap it. On a single-phase home wallbox both cables charge at the same 7.4kW.
Which Mini Cooper E versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Mini Cooper E, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Mini Cooper E Cooper E Classic
- Mini Cooper E Cooper E Exclusive
- Mini Cooper E Cooper E Sport
- Mini Cooper E Cooper SE Classic
- Mini Cooper E Cooper SE Exclusive
- Mini Cooper E Cooper SE Sport
Whichever Cooper E trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: New-gen. Cooper E ~40.7kWh (~36.6 usable). AC 11kW, DC up to 75kW.
How long does it take?
Charging
the Mini Cooper E.
The third-generation Mini Cooper E, built on the new J01 platform and launched in the UK in 2024, is a significantly more modern car than the electric Mini it replaces. The 40.7kWh battery (around 36.6kWh usable) is sized for urban and suburban use rather than long cross-country hauls. It charges through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for rapid DC. The cable you use at home or at a public AC point is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead.
The Cooper E's onboard AC charger accepts up to 11kW on three phases, which is notably capable for a car of this size and battery capacity. DC rapid charging peaks at 75kW via the charger's tethered CCS cable. The combination of a compact battery and a decent AC charger means the Cooper E is easy to keep topped up: a few hours plugged in at home is usually all it takes.
The 40.7kWh battery charges quickly at home. Even on a 7.4kW wallbox, a full charge from empty takes under 6 hours. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the Cooper E need?
The Cooper E's 11kW charger exceeds what a standard UK single-phase home supply can deliver. Single-phase wallboxes cap at 7.4kW, and that is the speed most Cooper E owners will see at home. Given the 40.7kWh battery, 7.4kW is plenty: a full charge from near-empty completes before most people wake up, and a typical commuter top-up takes only a couple of hours. A 7.4kW Type 2 cable gives you the maximum home charging speed and costs less than the three-phase alternative.
The one reason to choose a 22kW cable with the Cooper E is access to three-phase AC charge points. The car's 11kW charger draws its full speed at those locations, cutting charge time to around 4 hours from empty. If you regularly park at 11kW or 22kW AC charge points, at a workplace or car park, a 22kW cable earns its keep. For straightforward overnight charging at home on a single-phase supply, the 7.4kW cable does everything you need.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 40.7kWh battery from empty costs around £3 on an off-peak EV tariff at roughly 7.5p per kWh, and about £11 at a standard domestic rate of around 27p. For a city car used on typical daily distances, most owners charge partly rather than from empty, keeping daily energy cost well below those figures. Public rapid charging at 45p to 80p per kWh is relatively expensive given the small battery: a full rapid charge could cost as much as home charging a battery twice the size. Check current tariffs.
Also for your Cooper E
Goes well with.
Plug & Cable Holder · Type 2
Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
Wottz Dust Cap
Mini Cooper E FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Mini Cooper E need?+−
The Mini Cooper E has a Type 2 inlet, so it needs a Type 2 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on up to three-phase AC at up to 11kW.
Can the Mini Cooper E charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Mini Cooper E has a three-phase onboard charger, so with a 22kW cable and a three-phase supply it can charge at up to 11kW.
What length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
What charging cable does the Mini Cooper E (J01) need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC charge points. The new Cooper E uses the same Type 2 inlet as the vast majority of current UK EVs. A 5m cable is more than sufficient for most parking situations given the car's compact size.
Can the new Mini Cooper E charge at 11kW?+−
Yes: the J01 Cooper E's onboard AC charger is rated to 11kW on three phases, which is better than many small EVs. To reach 11kW you need a three-phase power supply. Most UK homes are single-phase, limiting home AC charging to 7.4kW. At three-phase public AC charge points the full 11kW is available.
How long does the Mini Cooper E take to charge at home?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase wallbox, the 40.7kWh battery charges from empty in around 5.5 to 6 hours. On a three-phase 11kW wallbox it takes roughly 4 hours. Because the battery is relatively small, even a 3-pin socket will complete a full charge in around 18 hours, though a wallbox is always the more practical choice.
Is the Mini Cooper E good for longer journeys?+−
The 40.7kWh battery is best suited to commuting and city use. For longer trips, the 75kW CCS rapid charging adds range reasonably quickly: around 10 to 15 minutes on a rapid charger can add roughly 50 miles. DC rapid charging uses the station's own tethered cable and does not involve the Type 2 cable you carry.