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MINI lineup.

MINI is owned by BMW and shares its engineering, wrapped in small cars built around a go-kart driving feel. The all-new generation brings a round OLED dash display and upgraded cabins. Every new MINI includes complimentary factory maintenance for 3 years.

By The Model Black · Updated October 7, 2026

Every new MINI carries a 4 year / 50,000 mile New Passenger Car Limited Warranty, plus complimentary factory scheduled maintenance for 3 years / 36,000 miles.

MINI models.

MINI Cooper premium small hatchback

MINI Cooper

Premium Small Hatchback
Starting MSRP $29,500*28-32 mpg4-5 seats161-228 hp

The icon, fully redesigned: 2-door and 4-door hardtops with a minimalist cabin built around a circular OLED screen. Still the most fun you can have at this price.

CooperThe entry point: 161 hp turbo, the full new-generation cabin, classic 2-door proportions.
Cooper 4-DoorSame character with two extra doors and easier back-seat access for daily duty.
Cooper SThe mid trim: 201 hp, quicker steering feel, mid-6-second 0-60.
Cooper S 4-DoorThe 201 hp punch in the practical body.
John Cooper WorksThe hot hatch: 228 hp, sport suspension, big brakes, JCW styling inside and out.
The full Cooper guide, with a payment calculator
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MINI Convertible premium small convertible

MINI Convertible

Premium Small Convertible
Starting MSRP $34,600*27-31 mpg4 seats161-228 hp

A four-seat convertible suited to warm winters: top down in December, top up in July.

Cooper Convertible161 hp open-air entry with the power soft top and new-generation cabin.
Cooper S Convertible201 hp: enough shove to make the top-down drive genuinely quick.
JCW Convertible228 hp and the full JCW chassis: the fastest way to a sunburn.
The full Convertible guide, with a payment calculator
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MINI Countryman subcompact premium suv

MINI Countryman

Subcompact Premium SUV
Starting MSRP $38,900*24-27 mpg (up to ~212 mi electric)5 seats241-312 hp

The biggest MINI ever, per MINI: a genuinely usable small SUV with standard all-wheel drive, real cargo space, and an all-electric version for zero-gas commuting.

S ALL4The core spec: 241 hp turbo, standard AWD, the new lounge-style cabin with circular OLED display.
JCW ALL4The performance pick: 312 hp, sport chassis, sub-5.5-second 0-60. A hot hatch on stilts.
SE ALL4 (Electric)The all-electric Countryman: 308 hp dual-motor AWD and roughly 212 miles of range.
The full Countryman guide, with a payment calculator
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Questions.

What is the cheapest new MINI?

The Cooper 2-door hardtop, typically starting under $30K before taxes and fees, which makes it one of the least expensive premium-brand cars in America. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees. When a participating dealership lists one on The Model Black, the listing shows your estimated monthly payment with local taxes and fees included.

Are MINIs reliable and expensive to maintain?

Modern MINIs share engines and electronics with BMW, and reliability has improved meaningfully over the early-2000s cars that built the old reputation. Maintenance for the first 3 years / 36,000 miles is complimentary. After warranty, expect BMW-adjacent repair costs, so a CPO with extended coverage is a smart hedge.

What is the difference between Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW?

It is a power ladder. Cooper is the 161 hp entry, Cooper S steps up to 201 hp with sportier tuning, and John Cooper Works is the full performance version at 228 hp (312 hp in the Countryman JCW) with upgraded brakes, suspension, and styling.

Does MINI make an electric car?

In the US, the all-electric option is the Countryman SE ALL4: 308 hp, all-wheel drive, and roughly 212 miles of range. The electric Cooper hatchback sold in other markets is not currently offered in America.

Is a MINI practical enough as an only car?

The Cooper 4-Door works for singles and couples, but the Countryman is the honest answer for an only car: five seats, standard AWD, and real cargo space.