Electric cars are making all the headlines nowadays, especially SUVs and luxury EV sedans.
But not everyone likes those large and bulky vehicles. Some people simply want to get a proper city cruiser with a good range.
Let us tell you that you are not alone. That’s why many Chinese automakers introduced their mini EVs and there are a lot of models to choose from. So, let’s dive deeper and find out more about them.
At a Glance
Ora Ballet Cat – Great Wall Motors
The Ora Ballet Cat is one of the cars that definitely got enormous attention. This is the case because this model is basically a modern replica of the VW Beetle. Ora went so far that they had to go back in order not to make VW mad.
So, the Ora Good Cat features a different type of headlights instead of the round ones like in the original VW Beetle.
But overall, the Good Cat is extremely popular, especially for women drivers. Girls simply love this model. That’s why we definitely recommend it!
| Price: $27,000 | Release year: 2022 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 155 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: 5.6 seconds | Power: 169 hp |
| Torque: 250 Nm | Range: 400 – 500 km |
Wuling Hongguang Mini EV
The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is another tiny EV that buyers simply love. Wuling sold more than 400,000 units only in 2022. So, you can see how popular this model is.
Nevertheless, the model is as tiny as could be. This is the smallest electric car in the world and is only able to seat up to two people.
Not only that it is the smallest, it is also the cheapest, costing only $4,000 for the base model. Making it extremely affordable!
| Price: $4,000 | Release year: 2020 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 100 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: Unspecified | Power: 20 – 40 hp |
| Torque: 85 Nm | Range: 120 – 280 km |
Ora Good Cat
The Ora Good Cat is another very popular model by Ora. The Good Cat is a compact car with four doors and is somewhat different compared to the Ballet Cat.
It has the VW Beetle as an inspiration but this model also has some unique touches that make the Good Cat have its own personality.
Not to mention that it is very affordable and easily one of the cheapest tiny EV cars that you can get right now!
| Price: $14,550 | Release year: 2020 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds | Power: 143 – 171 hp |
| Torque: 210 Nm | Range: 400 – 500 km |
Changan Lumin
The Lumin is another very good looking mini car that was introduced by Changan in 2022.
The Lumin is small but very attractive, it is easily one of the best looking mini cars out there by quite a margin.
Making it perfect for young buyers who want to cruise the city in something small and not have to deal with finding a parking spot.
| Price: $7,500 | Release year: 2022 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 101 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: 6.5 seconds | Power: 41 hp |
| Torque: 48 Nm | Range: 155 – 210 km |
Chery New Energy – Little Ant
Another really cool product is the Cherry Little Ant. This model is more like an Atom Ant considering the fact that it is producing some serious power.
This 2-door model is high-quality inside and out. It is easily one of the more upscale mini cars out there. But also a lot more expensive.
Even so, we can say that it’s worth it considering the performance that you get for the money!
| Price: $10,600 | Release year: 2023 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 100 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: 4.9 seconds | Power: 75 hp |
| Torque: 150 Nm | Range: 408 km |
BYD Dolphin
The BYD Dolphin is a battery electric hatchback offered by BYD since 2021. This model is extremely popular in China since EV hatchbacks are somewhat of a rarity.
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The model is much more spacious than the other cars in our list and is perfect for those who need some extra room and still want to get something smaller in size.
The Dolphin has a massive trunk space of 345L with the rear seats up and if you fold them down, you can release space of 1,350L. Making it also perfect as a grocery getter.
| Price: $13,130 | Release year: 2021 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 150 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: 7.5 seconds | Power: 94 – 201 hp |
| Torque: 180 – 290 Nm | Range: 405 km |
Chery QQ- Ice cream
The Chery QQ Ice Cream is Chery’s cheaper alternative to the Little Ant. The QQ Ice Cream does not have that aggressiveness in its design and in its performance.
The QQ Ice Cream is more similar to the Hongguang Mini EV. Both in styling, as well as in performance. And most importantly in terms of price. The QQ Ice Cream is very affordable, starting at $4,100.
| Price: $4,100 | Release year: 2021 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 100 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: Unspecified | Power: 27 hp |
| Torque: 85 Nm | Range: 120 – 170 km |
Panda Mini EV
The Panda Mini EV is another very small car, just like the Hongguang Mini EV and the Chery QQ Ice Cream. The difference is that this model is made by Geely.
The model has the same squared off look with two round headlights at the front. Pretty cute little car we must admit!
But also one of the most powerful models and model that has one of the biggest ranges in this segment. Which is 200 km.
| Price: $6,000 | Release year: 2022 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 100 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: Unspecified | Power: 40 hp |
| Torque: 85 Nm | Range: 120 – 200 km |
Leap Motor T03
Leap Motor T03 is a mini car produced by Leap Motor from 2020. This mini car looks really nice and greatly reminds us of the Fiat 500 model.
This is a four door mini car, which means that it is a bit larger compared to the other small cars that we listed and in this model you will be able to seat up to 4 people.
The range of this model is also rather good with 400 km max range.
| Price: $9,200 | Release year: 2020 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 100 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: 14 seconds | Power: 73 hp |
| Torque: 155 Nm | Range: 400 km |
Wuling Bingo
The Wuling Bingo is another really popular model made by Wuling besides the Good Cat and Ballet Cat.
And we can honestly say that the Bingo is a really good city cruiser. The interior is far more spacious than other mini cars and the quality of materials and technology is really something special.
The Wuling Bingo also has a very good range of 410 km just like the Leap Motor T03, its biggest competitor.
| Price: $8,370 | Release year: 2023 |
| Engine: Single Motor | Top speed: 100 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h: Unspecified | Power: 40 – 67 hp |
| Torque: 110 – 150 Nm | Range: 410 km |
Conclusion
The mini car segment is booming in China and currently there are more than a dozen different models that you can buy.
Starting with the smallest mini cars out there to the larger ones that can seat up to 4 people. We really hope that with our list we helped you out choose your future mini electric car!
