Not all Mini Coopers are electrical, not less than not but. Following the brand new Cooper SE debut got here the combustion model with two engine choices. Now we’ve got full disclosure on the brand new Mini you should buy within the US, obtainable within the Cooper S trim with only a single powertrain. And sadly, it would not embrace a handbook choice. Mini tells us that ship has nicely and actually sailed, and it isn’t coming again.
What you do get is the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, making the identical 201 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque introduced throughout its February debut. It goes to the entrance wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automated transmission, and in optimum situations, Mini says the Cooper S for Individuals can attain 60 mph in 6.3 seconds.
“Seeing the brand new, Mini Cooper S having enjoyable on the streets of New York is a testomony to Mini as a small, fun-to-drive automotive with an enormous coronary heart,” stated Mike Peyton, Mini’s vice chairman of the Americas.
It can price you not less than $33,195 to partake within the enjoyable, together with Mini’s $995 vacation spot cost. For that, you get a Cooper S Hardtop in Signature trim driving on 17-inch wheels and painted certainly one of 4 colours, high to backside. Inside there’s the 9.4-inch heart show and material seats obtainable in both mild grey or black. These seats are heated in entrance, and the steering wheel additionally has standard-issue warmth.
The bottom trim features a heads-up show, a panoramic moonroof, and a pleasant array of tech programs and driver-assists. That features a backup digicam, dynamic cruise management, automated headlights, parking help, and extra.
You may have to step as much as the Signature Plus trim for an additional $2,400 when you need extra options. That opens up the two-tone physique/roof colour choices Minis are identified for, to not point out extra paint decisions, extra wheel decisions, and extra tech together with Mini’s Energetic Driving Assistant. The range-topper within the Cooper S lineup is the Iconic trim, including much more options like augmented actuality navigation, energy seats, the premium stereo, and different options. It additionally provides $4,100 to the bottom value, elevating the sticker to $37,295. Although at this degree there are few choices left to bump the value increased.
Mini tells us that 2025 Cooper S manufacturing is already underway and fashions will attain dealership showrooms in Could. For now, you possibly can see it on the 2024 New York Auto Present beginning March 29.
