MINI, the iconic small car, has widened its options with the world premiere of a scooter — the MINI scooter E — at the recent Paris Motor Show held in France.

According to BMW, owners of the MINI brand, the scooter opens up fascinating prospects for urban mobility that reduce CO2 emissions “without any compromises on spontaneity and independence.”

The MINI Scooter E Concept also highlights new ways of attracting, in particular, a young audience to the MINI brand, BMW said in a release.

Transfer of that familiar MINI feeling to the two-wheel segment brings alternative drive technology to the attention of lifestyle-led target groups, the release added.

“The MINI Scooter E Concept transfers the brand’s hallmark driving fun to the two-wheel segment for the first time. Equally unique features are the link between the scooter’s alternative drive concept and its unmistakable design, intelligent functionality and detailed personalisation options in true MINI style.”

BMW said that the MINI Scooter E Concept is powered by an electric motor integrated in the rear wheel. The motor’s lithium-ion battery can be recharged at any conventional power socket using an on-board charging cable. “The concept study, which is being launched as a world premiere at the Paris Motor Show, meets the mobility aspirations of a target group that sets store by premium quality and advanced technology as well as placing sustainability on a par with individual style and an emotional driving experience”, BMW said.