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Mini Moke France, summer 2026: the iconic 1964 convertible now runs on 100 % electric power. There are some cars you recognise at a glance. Silhouettes that are part of our collective memory, of childhood summers, of seaside scenes. The Mini Moke is one of those. And in France, it’s making a comeback, more refined than ever, with its new generation, the MOKE MK2.

The origins

What is a Mini Moke?

The Mini Moke is a small convertible car first produced in England in 1964, designed by Alec Issigonis using the Mini’s mechanical components. Originally conceived as a lightweight, no-frills vehicle, it quickly became a seaside icon on the beaches of the Côte d’Azur, from Saint-Tropez to Monaco. Its name comes from «moke», an old English word for a mule, a nod to its robust and no-frills character.

Open-top, doorless and cheerful, the Mini Moke has never tried to be like any other car. Today, it’s been reborn as the 100 % electric model: the same timeless design, the same open-air freedom, but silent and with zero emissions.

Everything you need to know about the electric Moke

1964

The Birth of an Icon

The Mini Moke was born in England in 1964, designed to be simple, light and open to the world. A convertible with no frills, it quickly took the beaches of the Côte d’Azur and the Mediterranean by storm. Luxury hotels adopted it as their prestige runabout. Within a few seasons, it became the symbol of a certain way of life: sunny, free and elegant.

Brigitte Bardot has one, and the image of the Moke in Saint-Tropez is doing the rounds around the world.

Brigitte Bardot’s Moke

The Renaissance

The Electric MOKE: The icon reinvents itself

Sixty years on, MOKE International resurrect this legend. The same silhouette, recognisable from a mile off. The same convertible spirit, the same wind-in-your-hair sense of fun. But this time, the MOKE is 100 % electric, zero emissions, and quieter than ever. It is still hand-assembled in England, which sets it apart from the copies that have since appeared.

MOKE International, the manufacturer The original versus the copies

And the story continues. Its new generation, the MOKE MK2, goes one step further: a 23.5 kWh LFP battery, 170 km range in the combined WLTP cycle (185 km in real-world use), with an aluminium body, reinforced roll cage and a more spacious cabin. It retains its silhouette, its four seats and its M1 type-approval.

Discover the MOKE MK2 Its technical specifications

In France, it is SUNCAR France, official distributor based in Nice, which markets it. That makes sense for a car designed for the Mediterranean.

In France

Mini Moke France: the perfect beach car for the summer

Just imagine this summer: you’re heading down to the beach, the sun already high in the sky, the open air all around you, the sound of the engine replaced by the wind. No windows, no doors – total freedom. That’s exactly what the Electric MOKE.

• 4 places, for a trip with family or friends
• 170 km range 185 km in the WLTP combined cycle, and 185 km in real-world driving, for exploring a coastline, an island or the countryside
• Charges from 20 to 80 % in 2 hours at a charging point or wallbox (Type 2 socket), around 7 hours on a Green'Up heavy-duty socket
• Aluminium bodywork, lighter and more corrosion-resistant
• Maximum speed of 89 km/h, ideal for coastal roads
• Convertible as standard, not optional
• Zero emission, and access to all low-emission zones

For further information on charging and purchase incentives, there are two authoritative public sources.

ADEME, electric car guide The eco-bonus

Nine colours are available in three collections: Original Colour, Earth Naturals and the California Collection, limited to 10 pieces in France. Each colour is an invitation to summer.

• Shell White
• Palm Green
• Wave Blue
• Eucalyptus Green
• Sunset Orange
• Sunlight Yellow
• Sonoma Red
• Laguna Blue
• Venice White

From Saint-Tropez to Antibes, from the Île de Ré to the coves of Corsica, the electric MOKE is at home on any French coastline. Its compact size is a real advantage on winding coastal roads. And, with its open-top design, it naturally becomes the beach car of the summer – the one people are still talking about come September.

The Moke, a holiday car The 2026 Guide to Electric Convertibles

The budget

How much does an electric Mini Moke cost?

The Electric Mini Moke It is seen as a source of pleasure rather than just a car. It is available to buy or under a lease-purchase scheme, an option that appeals equally to private individuals and to hotels, estates and charming establishments keen to offer their guests a unique experience.

Prices and funding The official LOA file

In practice

Anyone can buy an electric MOKE in France.

SUNCAR France distributes the electric MOKE in throughout France and in Monaco.

It’s a proper car, M1 approved, registered and insured just like any other vehicle. It can be driven anywhere in France, whether in town or on coastal roads; it passes through the low-emission zones in Nice, Cannes and Paris without any problems; it’s easy to park; and it turns heads wherever it goes.

And if you’d rather start with a few days’ use rather than buying one straight away, it’s also available to hire.

Rent a Moke The full technical data sheet

The essay

Try the electric MOKE this summer

Would you like to know what it’s like to drive an electric MOKE on the Côte d’Azur? SUNCAR France offers free trials, with no obligation. An expert will call you back within 48 hours to arrange a time slot. There’s no need to travel to a showroom: the team will come to you.

Request my free trial @suncar_france

The Mini Moke is back in France. And it’s never looked better.

Electric Mini Moke: your questions

SUNCAR France is the official distributor of the electric MOKE in France and Monaco. The showroom is located at 9 Rue Lascaris in Nice and is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, and on Sundays by appointment.