Classic Mini electric conversion kit
With the Classic Mini electric conversion kit from ESDI EV, your classic becomes a fully electric city runabout – without losing the iconic character of your Mini.
ESDI EV Classic Mini electric conversion kit
Our Classic Mini electric conversion kit combines an agile electric drive with a compact high-voltage battery (up to 40 kWh). The result: a whisper-quiet Mini with up to 350 km of range, full torque from the very first revolution and zero emissions. Perfect for the city and trips into the surrounding area.
Process – this is how your Classic Mini becomes electric
Installation at ESDI or a partner workshop – The pre-assembled system is installed, connected and commissioned.
TÜV-Abnahme & Zulassung – The kit is designed so that the individual approval under § 21 StVZO is possible.
Losfahren – Your Classic Mini is now an electric car. Quiet, clean, with character.
TÜV-Abnahme & Zulassung – The kit is designed so that the individual approval under § 21 StVZO is possible.
Losfahren – Your Classic Mini is now an electric car. Quiet, clean, with character.
MINI ELEKTRO
- up to 300 hp electric drive
- 40 kWh battery
- up to 350 km WLTP
- One-Pedal-Drive
- Recuperation
- Direct-Drive
- Typ 2 CCS-Anschluss
- Digital display
- Plug-and-Play HV System
- Plug-and-Play LV System
- Electric Heating
- Kompaktes Kühlsystem
- 10 kW AC charging
- Improved Weight Distribution
- Original Mini look retained
EVERYDAY RANGE
With the battery of up to 40 kWh, realistic ranges of 300–350 km are possible, which make the Classic Mini reliable in city traffic and on outings. In Eco mode there is even more to be had – perfect for everyday use.
POWERFUL ELECTRIC DRIVETRAIN
The kit is equipped with a compact yet powerful electric drive – up to 300 hp is possible. Spontaneous response, even torque and a quiet driving experience – ideal for the agile character of the Classic Mini.
MINI STAYS MINI
The Classic Mini keeps its strengths: compact dimensions, go-kart feeling and iconic design. The kit uses existing structures instead of altering the vehicle – so your Mini also remains an original in appearance.
Competitive comparison
ESDI Classic Mini vs. Mini Cooper SE
Electric conversion classic against a new car – who comes out ahead?
40 kWh
ESDI battery
54,2 kWh
Cooper SE battery
350 km
ESDI range
402 km
Cooper SE WLTP
300 PS
ESDI power
218 PS
Cooper SE power
| ESDI Classic Mini | Mini Cooper SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 40 kWh | 54,2 kWh |
| Range WLTP | up to 350 km | 402 km |
| Power | 220 kW / 300 hp | 160 kW / 218 PS |
| 0–100 km/h | 4 s | 6,7 s |
| Torque | — | 330 Nm |
| AC charging | 10 kW | 11 kW |
| DC charging | 50 kW | 95 kW |
| Curb weight | ca. 900 kg | 1.440 kg |
Do you already have a Classic Mini? Then your vehicle is already there – you only need the ESDI kit. Sustainable, individual and with real classic charm.
A real 400V system with up to 300 hp: Classic Mini feeling with modern high-voltage technology.
Five reasons for the ESDI Classic Mini
01
Iconic design, modern drive
The original Mini look is fully retained — under the bonnet is a 400V high-voltage drive from series production.
02
Lightweight construction meets power
With around 900 kg total weight and up to 300 hp, the ESDI Classic Mini offers a power-to-weight ratio that makes sports cars look old.
03
Everyday-capable thanks to 350 km range
40 kWh battery, CCS fast charging at up to 50 kW — not only city, but also long distance.
04
Plug-and-play kit
Fully integrated HV/LV system with a digital display, electric heating and cooling system — no cobbling together of individual components.
05
TÜV-Gutachten inklusive
All approval documents are part of the kit. No risk — simply convert and drive legally.
COMPATIBLE CLASSIC MINI MODELS
Approved models (all years up to around 2000):
- ✓ Austin Mini / Morris Mini – all years up to 2000
- ✓ Mini Cooper Mk I, Mk II, Mk III
- ✓ Mini Cooper S (all classic variants)
- ✓ Mini Clubman (classic)
- ✓ Mini Traveller / Countryman (classic)
- ✓ Mini Van / pick-up
- ✓ Innocenti Mini
- ✓ Rover Mini (1990–2000)
In principle, all Classic Mini models with an original body are compatible. Custom builds on request.
Guide
Everything about the Classic Mini electric conversion
CONVERSION PARTNERS ACROSS EUROPE
Iconic Mini charm. State-of-the-art technology.
The Classic Mini is more than a car – it is a way of life. With the ESDI EV electric conversion kit, this feeling is carried into the future: quiet, emission-free and with the unmistakable go-kart feeling that made the Mini legendary.
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