Lid is lifted on new MINI Convertible
Published on 11th October 2024 at 08:37
The new MINI Cooper Convertible completes the MINI’s new model
family, coming in a choice of two new petrol models and will be built at
MINI Plant Oxford, with first deliveries taking place in early 2025.
Available in three trim levels, the new MINI Cooper Convertible is priced
from €36,730 RRP.
Two petrol engines.
Two advanced petrol engines are on the MINI Cooper Convertible, with
CO2 emissions combined: 150 - 147 g/km according to WLTP; CO2 class:
E), and a power output of 120 kW/163 hp, with maximum torque of 250
Nm.
The MINI Cooper Convertible S has CO2 emissions combined: 150 - 148
g/km according to WLTP; CO2 class: E, and a power output of 150 kW/204
hp, with a maximum torque of 300 Nm (221 lb/ft),
The model’s suspension and damping system is tuned for nimble handling,
promising drivers precise steering thanks to the highly preloaded anti-roll
bar mounts on the axels, providing a well-balanced ride for ultimate
comfort.
Outside Story.
Round headlights, a newly designed front grille and circular LED
headlights, the new MININ Cooper Convertible is available with the option
of three customisable light signatures. Short overhangs and a long
wheelbase, the body’s exterior dimensions are;
3,879 mm in length
1,431 mm in height
1,744 mm in width.
Fully automatic soft top.
The new MINI Cooper Convertible comes with a fully automatic soft top
roof. With its extremely quiet drive, the folding roof can be fully opened in
18 seconds while travelling at up to 30 km/h. At the same time, the window
bars and side windows are lowered to provide an unobstructed view of the
surroundings. The roof can also be opened to just 40cm, providing a
sunroof, while the full roof closes in 15 seconds at the touch of a button.
When the soft top is open, the MINI Cooper Convertible has a luggage
compartment volume of 160 litres, while when the soft top is closed this
expands to 215 litres. To assist with loading, the tailgate opens downwards
and the wind deflector behind the driver and passenger seats reduces wind
noise and unwanted air turbulence when driving.
Concealed behind the headrests at the rear of the MINI Cooper
Convertible, the integrated rollover protection system is activated
automatically as soon as the central safety electronics detect a risk of
rollover.
Three trims.
The MINI Cooper Convertible is available in three trims: Classic, Exclusive
and Sport, with each trim offering a choice of interior and exterior options.
Classic trim features;
Black-trimmed front grille
16” 4 Square Spoke Alloy wheels on Cooper C or 17” U-Spoke Dark
Grey Alloy wheels on Cooper S
Melting Silver exterior body colour and Black/Blue Vescin cloth
combination seats and dashboard knit as standard.
Exclusive trim offers;
Vibrant Silver front grille
MINI logos on the front and rear of the vehicle
17” U Spoke Grey Alloy wheels
British Racing Green exterior body colour
Nightshade Blue Vescin seats and a Light Beige/Grey Dash
dashboard knit.
Sport trim offers;
Performance inspired appearance with a distinctive front and rear
design
High gloss hexagonal patterned front grille surround
Front and rear apron
Black brake callipers with JCW badging
18” JCW Lap Spoke 2-Tone Alloy Wheels Chili Red exterior body
colour complete the exterior design.
Inside Story
Sport trim offers;
JCW Black Vescin/cord combination seats
JCW black/red dashboard knit
Partially perforated steering wheel with red accents and a decorative
strap in black/red knit
Shift paddles on the steering wheel, highlighting the performance
inspired nature of this trim.
Minimalist interior
Three key elements structure the MINI cockpit: a sporty steering wheel,
the central OLED display, and the newly designed toggle switch bar. The
optional Head-Up Display projects all relevant information into the
drivers’ field of vision, resulting in a cleaner, more streamlined dashboard.
The central 9.5” display in the cockpit allows both the driver and front
passenger to operate all vehicle functions conveniently by touch or voice.
The temperature is shown permanently for the driver and front passenger
at the left and right-hand edge of the screen and are always integrated at
the top level of the MINI Interaction Unit. The lower area of the OLED
display is dedicated to Navigation, Media, Telephone and Climate so they
can be selected at any time.
In the Home menu, other widgets are displayed in thumbnail view to the
left and right of the current menu function. Swiping up from the lower
edge of the screen reveals a tool belt where favourite functions can be
stored and called up rapidly. All other functions can be accessed via the
menu with the display returning to the default setting via the home button.
Always nice to see a classic MINI feature, the toggle switch bar in the
centre of the cockpit has five individually designed toggle switches
providing direct access to the vehicles most important driving functions
(parking brake, gear selector, start/stop button, Experience Mode toggle,
volume control). This eliminates the need for an additional gear selector,
providing additional stowage space and wireless charging for a
smartphone.
New MINI Modes.
Seven MINI Experience Modes can be selected to change the interior
ambience of the MINI Cooper Convertible - even with the top down. To
achieve this, two projector units behind the round instrument panel beam
illuminated graphics with different patterns and colours onto the
dashboard when the top is closed.
Changes are made to the colour scheme of the light patterns and to the
ambient lighting in the entire interior depending on the Experience Mode
selected.
Go Kart Mode brings the focus is on MINI’s racing DNA with the colours
dominated by black and red.
Personal Mode offers a personalised interior design with the option to
upload a personal photo via the MINI App. Core, Green, Vivid, Timeless
and Balance mode are also available on the MINI Cooper Convertible.
MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant.
A spoken "Hey MINI!" activates navigation, telephony, entertainment, and
numerous vehicle functions, all controlled by speaking the relevant
command to either a stylised MINI or the character “Spike”.
The MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant learns continuously through
dialogue and can take on day-to-day tasks on repeated routes.
Digital Services.
The MINI Digital Key Plus function enables customers to use their
smartphones as a car key via the MINI app. The welcome animation of the
front and rear lights begins as soon as the driver is less than three metres
away while the doors are unlocked when the driver is less than one and a
half metres. This convenient feature can be digitally transferred to different
users, including their personal vehicle settings.
Pricing:
Model Max
Power
(hp)
Peak
Torque
(Nm)
Acceleration
(0-100
km/h)
Top
Speed
(km/h)
RRP Price
MINI Cooper 163 250 8.2 seconds 220 €36,730
Convertible C
MINI Cooper
Convertible S
204 300 6.9 seconds 236 €43,990
