- The Mini Convertible benefits from several visual and technological updates.
- The ICE-only model features new bumpers and LEDs, and Mini’s latest tech-filled cabin.
- US pricing starts from $33,950, with the first deliveries expected in early January.
Mini has rolled out the updated Convertible, mirroring the upgrades seen in the fourth-gen hatchback. But unlike its hard-top siblings, the two-door Convertible sticks to its guns, offering only combustion engines—no EVs here.
The 2025 Mini Convertible gets a fresh face with redesigned front and rear bumpers, slicker LED graphics, and new alloy wheel options. Mini even served up some “spot the difference” photos for those determined to find the subtle changes. Spoiler: they’re there if you squint.
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In the U.S., the Mini Convertible comes with 17-inch or 18-inch wheels, while European buyers can opt for smaller 16-inch rims. The soft top can retract either partially (like a sunroof) or fully in just 18 seconds, even at speeds of up to 30 km/h (18.6 mph). The Convertible carries a 40 kg (88 lbs) weight penalty compared to the hatchback.
The boot offers 215 liters (7.6 cubic feet) of space—5 liters more than the hardtop version. However, with the roof down, capacity shrinks to 160 liters (5.7 cubic feet), limiting storage to just a couple of backpacks if you’re looking for the full drop-top experience.
The interior marks the biggest change compared to the outgoing model, adopting the high-tech setup found in the rest of the Mini lineup. The centerpiece is the circular 9.4-inch OLED infotainment touchscreen, with a head-up display making up for the lack of an instrument cluster.
The interior features upholstery made of knitted material combined with two-tone recycled polyester fabric, while the JCW trim gets black synthetic leather with red stitching. To optimize airflow in the Convertible, Mini has added a wind deflector between the front and rear seats.
Two Powertrain Options – No EV
The new model rides on an upgraded version of the same underpinnings, offering the choice between two 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder powertrains. The Cooper C Convertible produces 161 hp (120 kW / 163 PS) and 250 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque, while the Cooper S Convertible bumps it to 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft).
In both models, power is sent to the front wheels via a dual-clutch automatic transmission—no manual option available. Performance is slightly slower compared to the hatchback, with the Cooper S Convertible completing the 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprint in 6.9 seconds, 0.3 seconds slower than the Cooper S hatchback.
For those craving more performance, Mini has confirmed that a full-blown JCW version of the Convertible will arrive soon, alongside the upcoming hatchback. However, EV enthusiasts will be disappointed—there won’t be a fully electric Mini Convertible.
Pricing and Availability
The 2025 Mini Convertible will be manufactured at the Oxford plant in the UK, a change from its predecessor, which was built in the Netherlands. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in early January 2025. In the U.S., pricing starts at $33,950 for the Cooper C Convertible, and $37,200 for the more powerful Cooper S Convertible, excluding a $995 destination and handling fee.
