When the world expected an all-electric future for the iconic Mini Cooper, the brand was in for a surprise. They introduced a completely new generation of Mini Coopers, the C and S models, which will continue to be powered by gasoline engines. With this, Mini proves that despite the electric revolution, gasoline engines remain part of their future.
Mini has revealed that the first models of the new generation (chassis F66) will be available with a 2.0-liter turbo engine, even before the electric version comes to market. This is great news for fans of the brand, who may have worried that Mini was ditching the petrol versions of its Coopers altogether for 2025. Instead, the Mini Cooper lives on in the form of the Cooper C and sportier Cooper S, sharing the redesign with the electric model, providing a go-kart-like ride and a Mini design that remains available without the need for a charger.
Mini calls its 2.0-liter turbocharged Cooper lineup, alongside battery electric (BEV) versions, "The Power of Choice." This, according to Mini, allows customers to experience the 2025 Mini Cooper and all future Mini models the way they want. In the case of the Mini Cooper, the petrol engine is aimed at those who "appreciate the traditional performance and distinctive sound of an internal combustion engine," says Stefanie Wurst, head of the Mini brand.
The sportier Mini Cooper S with a four-cylinder engine develops a power of 150 kW (204 hp) and provides a maximum torque of 300 Nm, which allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in an impressive 6.6 seconds. On the other hand, the three-cylinder engine of the Mini Cooper C offers a power of 115 kW (156 hp) and a torque of 230 Nm, allowing the vehicle to reach 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds. Those hoping for a manual transmission will be disappointed. No 2025 Mini Cooper will offer a manual transmission. Indeed, there is no classic gearbox at all in any new Cooper; a switch is used to select reverse, neutral, forward and forward, and the parking brake is activated by a nearby button on a panel below the round dashboard display.
The interior is basically the same as in the electric Cooper, with a new 9.4-inch round central infotainment screen running the Mini's operating system (OS) 9. With no speedometer in front of the driver, all information has to be read on this round screen, which The Mini returns to the center gauge location of the late 50s (Morris and Austin brands).
With the seats in the back, luggage space is limited to 250 litres, which expands to 974 liters when the seatbacks are folded down. The Mini rear light has evolved thanks to LED matrix lighting to match LED headlight in front. There are three selectable light signatures for the daytime running lights in Classic, Popular and JCW patterns, and each option affects the animated welcome and goodbye animations.
Production Mini Cooper S 2025 will start in March and will have an initial retail price of around 35,000 euros. The Mini Cooper C will go into production in July, with an initial retail price of around 30,000 euros. We will report on the exact prices later.
With a new generation Mini Coopers, C and S models, Mini maintains its rich tradition while keeping pace with innovation. The range of petrol engines, together with advanced digital features and iconic design, ensure that the Mini Cooper will continue to be the choice for those looking for a unique driving experience, whether with internal combustion or battery electric drive. With the “Power of Choice”, Mini offers something for everyone, whether you value traditional performance or are ready to embrace an electric future.
