Bold, modern and fresh - this is how MINI presents itself at Auto Shanghai 2025. For the very first time, MINI will showcase its completely new model family at a motor show, highlighting its high-performance John Cooper Works brand.
The fifth generation of the MINI Cooper stands for simplicity at its charismatic best. Typical MINI proportions evoke the brand's history. Together with the striking front grille, they give the new model its distinctive face. Minimalist design, digital innovations and an immersive user experience are the hallmarks of the interior.
The MINI Cooper 5 Door, characterised by the brand's typical driving fun, extended space, and distinctive functionality, now joins the MINI family. These characteristics make the five-seater an exceptional phenomenon in its segment, together with its unique design – a combination of tradition and modern, purist styling – and innovative assistance systems.
New MINI John Cooper Works to Debut at 24 Hours of Nürburgring Ahead of its World Premiere.
• MINI Plant Oxford starts production of fifth generation MINI Cooper. • Head of MINI, Stefanie Wurst joined by plant associates to celebrate production launch. • Charlie Cooper drives first model off production line.
The all-electric MINI Cooper SE stands for emission-free mobility and urban driving pleasure. The new 3-door model is also available in the John Cooper Works Trim, which emphasises the brand's racing history.
The fifth generation of the MINI 3-door is fully electrically powered and continues the success story of the legendary model. With maximum go-kart feeling, the new MINI Cooper Electric embodies the hallmark brand driving fun of the future.
The MINI 3-door has always thrilled its global fan base with maximum go-kart feeling and its unmistakable silhouette. The one millionth example of the current generation of the original MINI rolls off the production line as the all-electric MINI Cooper SE.
The first all-electric MINI Convertible to celebrate its world premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023 +++ The MINI Concept Aceman provides a preview of the first all-electric crossover model in the new MINI family +++ And Spike returns as a digital companion +++
+++ New digital character called Spike +++ Premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023 and in the MINI Concept Aceman +++ Typical MINI user experience presented for the first time in the new MINI family+++
The new MINI Countryman combines electrified go-kart feeling with a minimal ecological footprint and continues the success story of the largest MINI model. The start of production at the BMW Group Plant Leipzig in November 2023 will be the first time a MINI model is produced in Germany.
With its unmistakable appearance, the MINI Clubman is the exceptional gentleman among all MINI models. Fans of the unique body concept and the unmistakable split doors can now purchase the MINI Clubman in the Final Edition. Limited to 1,969 units, the edition celebrates the modern interpretation of the shooting-brake concept at MINI.
The new, fully electric MINI model generation continues to grow: in 2023, production of the new MINI Countryman will begin at the BMW Group plant Leipzig. The crossover model will be offered with both pure electric drive and combustion engines. Preparations for the start of production of the first MINI "Made in Germany" are already in full swing.
At the 24-hour race on the Nürburgring, the Bulldog Racing MINI John Cooper Works defied all odds for 40 laps. The fans were thrilled by the fighting effort and the red racer quickly became a favourite with the spectators.
The fifth model generation also kicks off with the MINI 3-door. The new edition of the original is now undergoing its driving dynamics tests in the winter landscapes of Lapland.
60 years ago, a female British racing driver gave the brand its first victory in an international rally. With charismatic edition models, MINI commemorates the start of the British small car’s extraordinary racing career and a courageous foray into a male domain. Premiere on International Women’s Day, South African market launch in Q3 2022 in very limited numbers.
British premium brand records 302 144 new registrations worldwide and a huge electric boom. Fully electric MINI Cooper SE becomes the best-selling model variant. Almost every fourth MINI Countryman hit the road with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
• The original in the small car premium segment moves to the next stage of its evolution. • With intensive makeover for the MINI 3-door Hatch, the MINI 5-door Hatch and the MINI Convertible, position confirmed as premium providers of driving fun, expressive design and individual style.
MINI celebrates 60 years of collaboration with the Cooper Family. Joint commitment for maximum driving pleasure on the road and legendary success in racing. Edition vehicles are produced in a limited number of 740 units worldwide as MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S and MINI John Cooper Works. Only six MINI John Cooper Works versions of MINI Anniversary Edition destined for South Africa. Available here from Q4 2021.
• MINI South Africa will launch MINI Sharing in May 2021. • Follows successful market introduction in 2020 of all-electric MINI Cooper SE. • Service for MINI and non-MINI drivers, alike.