Summary
The SEAT Mii Electric was a small city car-class hatchback, which (as its name suggests) was powered by an electric motor rather than a petrol engine. It was launched in the UK in late 2019 with the first cars arriving in early 2020.
The Mii Electric was an electric version of the original petrol SEAT Mii, which had been around since 2012 and was taken off sale in early 2019. So although it may have been launched in 2019, it was far from an all-new model. The Mii Electric was basically the same vehicle as the Volkswagen e-Up and Skoda Citigo e iV, with only minor cosmetic and trim differences across all three vehicles.
As the Mii Electric was only launched in the UK in early 2020, we only have 14 reviews analysed. Interestingly, the little SEAT scores a few points better than the Volkswagen e-Up on which it’s based.
Based on the reviews analysed, the SEAT Mii Electric was praised for being one of the more affordable options in the electric car market. However, it’s was not really suited outside an urban environment, and it’s sub-par three-star Euro NCAP safety rating was off the pace of newer rivals.
Mii Electric highlights
- Great value for money
- Good battery range for this price
- Agile in urban areas
- Comfortable and easy driving experience
Mii Electric lowlights
- Concerning Euro NCAP safety rating
- Rather dated interior
- So-so exterior looks
- No touchscreen infotainment
Key specifications
Body style: Small five-door hatch
Motor: electric, battery-powered
Price when new: From £19,800 on-road
Launched: Winter 2019/20
Last updated: N/A
Discontinued: Autumn 2021
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Media reviews
Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Auto Express
Score: 7 / 10
“The SEAT Mii Electric offers zero emissions and extremely low running costs. It’s also comfortable, well equipped and easy to drive.”
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Score: 7 / 10
“The new SEAT Mii electric has plenty of plus points, but is ultimately let down by its price.”
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Autocar
Score: 7 / 10
“A welcome, affordable addition to the EV sphere that offers capability and comfort but lacks verve.”
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Car
Score: 8 / 10
“This is a thoroughly successful evolution of the city car, and one that – together with its Skoda and Volkswagen stable mates – seems likely to set the pattern for the future of a class that suits electrification probably better than any other.”
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Carbuyer
Score: 8 / 10
“The SEAT Mii Electric shares much with the Volkswagen e-Up! but offers buyers some extra style and better value.”
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Carwow
“The SEAT Mii Electric is just as small as the standard Mii, but it’s even easier to drive in cities thanks to its perky electric motor. Alternatives can travel further on a single charge, though.”
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Discover EV
Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The SEAT Mii Electric makes a persuasive case for the city-dwelling market, who want affordable, fun motoring while being mindful of the environment. The move to an electric powertrain is perfect for this little city car, and if you can live with the range it is a great choice.”
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Honest John
“Based on the SEAT Mii city car, the Mii Electric has an 83hp electric motor along with a 37kWh lithium-ion battery pack providing up to 161 miles of range from a charge.”
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Motoring Research
Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The SEAT Mii Electric is a zero-emissions city car. It’s a likeable and relatively affordable way into the world of EV motoring.”
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Parkers
Score: 8.4 / 10
“Great small electric car for people who don’t want to shout about it.”
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The Sun
“The SEAT Mii Electric is wonderfully affordable, fun to drive and your kids will love it”
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The Sunday Times
Model reviewed: Electric
Score: 6 / 10
“An impressive first effort, but it won’t be for everyone.”
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Top Gear
Score: 8 / 10
“SEAT’s take on the VW Up & Skoda Citigo is a damn good EV. Though of the three, it’s not the one we’d have.”
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What Car?
Score: 8 / 10
“If you are after electric motoring in a comparatively affordable, bitesize package, the SEAT Mii Electric has plenty going for it. The main draw is its price, and while its electric range may not be as long as some other electric cars can manage, it should still be plenty for many potential buyers.”
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Overall score: 3 stars
Date tested: December 2019
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Adult protection: 81%
Child protection: 83%
Vulnerable road users: 46%
Safety assist: 55%
The petrol SEAT Mii was originally awarded a five-star rating by Euro NCAP way back in 2011*. However, this rating expired in 2018 when the car no longer met the relevant criteria for a five-star vehicle. The electric version was tested by Euro NCAP in 2019*, when it was awarded the three-star rating shown above.
*the actual vehicles tested in each case were the Volkswagen Up! in 2011 and the Volkswagen e-Up! in 2019. The Volkswagen is structurally identical to the SEAT Mii and the Skoda Citigo, so the same rating applies to all three brands.
Eco rating
No eco rating
The SEAT Mii Electric has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Mii Electric is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it ever takes place. Check back again soon.
Reliability rating
As of July 2022, we don’t have enough reliability data on the SEAT Mii Electric to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Mii, we’ll publish the score here.
Awards
Trophies, prizes and awards that the SEAT Mii Electric has received
2020
- What Car? Electric Car Awards – Best Value Car
Similar cars
If you’re looking at the SEAT Mii Electric, you might also be interested in these alternatives
BMW i3 | Fiat 500 Electric | Honda e | Mini Electric | Peugeot e-208 | Renault Zoe | Smart EQ Forfour | Smart EQ Fortwo | Vauxhall Corsa-e | Volkswagen e-Up
The SEAT Mii Electric is essentially a re-badged version of the Volkswagen e-Up. Most of the other cars listed above are all a bit larger and/or more expensive, and are classed as superminis rather than city cars – although, realisitically any small electric car is best suited to city and urban driving.
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