HOW TO CHARGE THE MINI COOPER SE

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This video provides a comprehensive guide to charging the MINI Cooper SE, specifically tailored for the North American market. The reviewer highlights the vehicle's limited EPA-rated range of 114 miles, emphasizing the necessity of frequent charging due to its 29.8 kWh usable battery. The content thoroughly explains Level 1, Level 2, and DC fast charging, detailing the standard Level 1 portable charger's slow speed (3-4 miles per hour) and recommending home Level 2 charging for most owners. The reviewer notes the Cooper SE's onboard charger capacity of 7.4 kW and suggests considering higher-powered home chargers for future vehicles. A significant portion is dedicated to using Tesla charging stations with adapters, clarifying that these adapters work for Level 2 (Destination Chargers) but not for Tesla Superchargers. The video also covers public charging etiquette, app recommendations (PlugShare, ChargeWay), and the importance of joining charging networks. DC fast charging is presented as the quickest option, with the reviewer confirming BMW's claim of 0-80% charge in 33-36 minutes, yielding 2-3 miles of range per minute. Finally, the guide touches upon the car's scheduling and preconditioning features, though it points out a quirk in the MINI's implementation requiring a departure time for low-cost charging.