The fifth generation of the MINI Cooper perfectly blends authenticity, modernity, and charisma. Its iconic proportions pay homage to the brand’s rich history at first glance, while a refreshed grille gives the new city car a distinctive face. Inside, a minimalist design, top-tier digital innovations, and an immersive user experience set the stage for a new era of driving pleasure.
Performance and engine options
MINI introduces performance levels for the new MINI Cooper with the C for standard and S for enhanced performance. This generation features two gasoline engines, either a three-cylinder or a four-cylinder, enhancing the already attractive engine options. Both models continue to deliver the brand’s iconic “Go-Kart” feeling on the road.
Engine specifications:
- MINI Cooper C:
- Power: 156 hp
- Fuel Consumption: 5.9—6.5 l/100 km
- CO2 Emissions: 133—146 g/km (WLTP)
- 0 to 100 km/h: 7.7 seconds
- Torque: 230 Nm
- MINI Cooper S:
- Power: 204 hp
- Fuel Consumption: 6.1—6.7 l/100 km
- CO2 Emissions: 138—150 g/km (WLTP)
- 0 to 100 km/h: 6.6 seconds
- Torque: 300 Nm
Exterior design: Timeless minimalism
The new MINI Cooper embodies the brand’s core principle of maximum driving pleasure with minimal environmental impact. The clean design and compact profile are hallmarks of the car’s contemporary minimalism, characterized by smooth surfaces and the iconic short overhangs and long wheelbase.
The front features a refined octagonal grille, integrating BMW’s smallest radar sensor to date under the MINI logo, along with 12 ultrasonic sensors for advanced driving assistance and enhanced safety.
The lighting signature of the new MINI Cooper has been meticulously designed, offering three customizable modes. The distinctive LED daytime running lights and redesigned matrix rear lights contribute to the car’s unique look, accompanied by welcome and farewell animations.
Interior: Refined, onnovative, and uniquely MINI
Inspired by the classic Mini, the interior design of the new MINI Cooper is elegant and minimalist. Key features include a new steering wheel, a central circular OLED display, a modernized toggle bar, and a bi-color textile dashboard, creating a spacious and modern cockpit. The optional panoramic glass sunroof further enhances the bright and welcoming atmosphere.
With the rear seat folded in a 60:40 split, the luggage compartment expands from 210 liters to 725 liters, offering ample storage space.
The central OLED display, with a 240mm diameter and high-resolution glass border, operates like a smartphone with intuitive touch controls. Key vehicle information is displayed at the top, while the main menu, accessible through horizontal swipes and taps, includes navigation, media, phone, and climate controls.
Immersive digital innovations
The new MINI Experience Modes, featuring a mini-projector, create dynamic lighting graphics on the dashboard, enhancing the visual design and ambient lighting for a personalized driving experience. Each mode has its dynamic background, extending onto the dashboard and door panels as illuminated graphics.
Advanced driving assistance
The new MINI Cooper offers numerous driving assistance systems for a safe and enjoyable driving experience. Standard features include an exit warning function that alerts approaching road users before the door opens, using light signals to prevent collisions.
The intelligent personal assistant, activated by saying “Hey MINI,” appears as a 3D avatar on the OLED screen, allowing voice control for navigation, telephony, multimedia, and other vehicle functions.
Personalization options
The new MINI Cooper offers four finishes—Classic, Mayfair, and Favoured—each with unique aesthetic options. Customers can personalize their MINI Cooper C and MINI Cooper S with a selection of body colors, details, and interior finishes. Exterior colors can be paired with one of four roof colors for a contrasting look. New 16 to 18-inch lightweight aluminum wheels, optimized for aerodynamics, further personalize each MINI.
Pricing and availability
Produced at BMW Group’s Oxford plant, the new MINI Cooper C and MINI Cooper S are available through the Smeia – MINI network.
- MINI Cooper C: Starting at 339,500 MAD
- MINI Cooper S: Starting at 406,000 MAD