2025 Mini Cooper Hardtop Family Revealed with More Powerful Engine and Affordable Price
The 2025 Mini Cooper Hardtop family has been unveiled, and it’s bringing some exciting updates to the iconic British car. With a more powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and a base price under $30K, the Mini Cooper S hatchback now boasts 201 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque. While details about the base engine are still forthcoming, Mini has confirmed that there are no plans to offer a manual transmission.
But that’s not all – Mini has also teased the convertible body style and the high-performance JCW model, promising more information to come later this year. The quirky Mini Cooper Hardtop is entering its fifth generation, with a new design that puts a modern twist on the classic shape. For those looking to go green, Mini has also revealed details about the electric Mini Cooper, which offers up to 215 horsepower and an estimated range of 200 miles.
In the U.S., the Mini Cooper Hardtop will be available in both base and sportier S variants, both featuring the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. While power figures for the base model have yet to be released, it’s safe to assume that it will exceed the previous generation’s base engine output. The Mini Cooper S is estimated to accelerate to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds, making it a fun and zippy option for drivers.
Unfortunately for manual transmission enthusiasts, Mini has confirmed that the six-speed option will not be available in the next generation of Mini Cooper models. However, the seven-speed automatic transmission will come standard on the front-wheel-drive hatch.
With the 2025 Mini Cooper and Cooper S Hardtops set to hit dealerships in early September, there’s plenty to look forward to for Mini fans. The base model will start at $29,945, while the Cooper S will start at $33,195. Keep an eye out for more updates on the convertible and JCW models coming this October.
Overall, the 2025 Mini Cooper Hardtop family is shaping up to be an exciting addition to the Mini lineup, with more power, modern design, and updated features to delight fans of this iconic British car.