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2026 Mini Cooper vs 2021 BMW i3

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 32 MPG vs 113 MPG combined — BMW i3 is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $2550 vs $650 — BMW i3 saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Premium Gasoline vs Electricity
Specification 2026 Mini Cooper 2021 BMW i3
Year20262021
ClassCompact CarsSubcompact Cars
Fuel TypePremium GasolineElectricity
DriveFront-Wheel DriveRear-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)Automatic (A1)
Cylinders4
Displacement (L)2.0
City MPG28124
Highway MPG39102
Combined MPG32113
Annual Fuel Cost$2550$650
CO₂ (g/mile)276.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score6/1010/10
EPA GHG Score6/1010/10
🚗 2026 Mini Cooper

Compact Cars with 32 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2021 BMW i3

Subcompact Cars with 113 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Electricity. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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