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Pure electric mini: a classic reinvention under the change of the times.
1.Background.
The automotive industry is in the midst of an electrification transition to meet growing environmental challenges and consumer demand for energy conservation. Under this trend, classic brands such as Mercedes-Benz smart have already launched the transformation of electrification, and as another iconic brand in the automotive industry, BMW MINI is not to be outdone, so the pure electric MINI came into being. BMW MINI has teamed up with China's Great Wall Motor to create this all-electric model that is in line with the trend of the times, aiming to bring consumers a more environmentally friendly and convenient travel option.
2.Design.
The exterior design of the pure electric mini adheres to the classic style of the mini brand, retaining the iconic octagonal oval grille and round headlights, and the retention of these design elements makes the vehicle still have the unique charm and recognition of the mini in appearance. At the same time, in order to meet the requirements of simplicity and sense of technology of electric vehicles, some adjustments have been made to the details of the pure electric mini. For example, the addition of blackened trim strips makes the vehicle more sleek and modern. The new horizontal light strip gives the headlight cluster a more dynamic and cute character. The design of the front bumper is not only more rounded, but also incorporates multiple millimeter-wave radar sensors to provide more accurate data support for the vehicle's driving assistance functions.
3.Interior design.
Entering the car, we can see that the interior design of the pure electric mini is also full of a sense of technology and fashion. The 240mm bezel-less round OLED display on the center console has become the focal point of the eye, while the addition of the MiniOS9 operating system brings more intelligent features and Internet experience to the vehicle. The traditional instrument cluster has been eliminated and replaced by a HUD display system, which maps driving information directly to the driver's line of sight through projection technology, making the driving experience more convenient and safer. In addition, the newly designed three-spoke steering wheel and paddle shift reflect the mini brand's sleek style and refined craftsmanship.
4.Dynamical system.
The all-electric mini offers two different power drive motor options, with a maximum power of 135kW and 160kW. These motors are paired with ternary lithium battery packs provided by SVOLT to enable the vehicle to meet the needs of users in terms of power output and range. Although the official has not yet announced the specific mileage data, according to the test data of the overseas version, the range of the pure electric mini is expected to reach more than 200 to more than 400 kilometers, and it also supports fast charging technology, which can be charged in a short time, providing greater convenience for users' daily use.
5.* and market positioning.
The price of pure electric MINI is expected to be around 160,000 yuan, although it is slightly higher than traditional fuel models, but considering the high cost of its electric model and the high-end image of the MINI brand, such a positioning still has a certain market competitiveness. The market positioning of pure electric mini is mainly aimed at young urban consumer groups, who have more urgent needs for fashionable, environmentally friendly and convenient travel methods, and pure electric mini can meet these needs and become their ideal urban transportation tool.
6.Epilogue.
The launch of the pure electric MINI is not only an important attempt by the BMW MINI brand in the transformation of electrification, but also an active exploration of the entire automotive industry on the road of pursuing sustainable development and innovation and progress. Its birth marks the perfect combination of the classic brand and the trend of the times, the harmonious integration of tradition and technology, and will bring users a new driving experience and lifestyle. With the continuous maturity of the electric vehicle market and the continuous progress of technology, it is believed that the pure electric mini will show strong competitiveness in the future market competition, become a new engine leading the development of the automotive industry, and contribute to promoting the whole society towards a more environmentally friendly and intelligent future.