Entry-level Cooper E models are powered by an 181-hp electric motor, while SE models come with a more powerful one making 215 horsepower. Mini hasn't confirmed whether both models could make their way stateside, so if only 1 is chosen, we suspect (and hope) it will be the stronger SE. Mini Cooper Electric says the SE will manage to hitting 62 mph in 6.7 seconds. A John Cooper Works trim is going to be offered in Europe, but Mini hasn't confirmed it for the U.S. A far more powerful dual-motor all-wheel drive version wearing the All4 badge could join the lineup later with 313 horsepower. The JCW trim amounts to a bit more than an appearance package without additional horsepower or suspension tweaks, so our instincts say it won't make the trip throughout the Atlantic. We tested a model of the latter and were thrilled by its energetic handling and punchy acceleration.
Mini hasn't confirmed either model should come to the US, so if just one is chosen, it suspects it would be the stronger SE.
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