Mini Cooper petrol range Oz timing confirmed

BY MATT BROGAN | 7th Feb 2024


MINI will introduce its fifth-generation petrol-powered Cooper C and Cooper S three-door hatch range to Australia from the third quarter of this year, taking the battle to the likes of the Audi A1 (from $36,200 plus on-road costs) and Fiat 500 (from $27,220 + ORC).

 

Closely resembling the already announced Mini electric range, the Cooper C and Cooper S will arrive locally with two engine choices familiar to the outgoing line-up.

 

For the Cooper C we find a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol three-cylinder developing 115kW of power and 230Nm of torque, increases of 15kW and 10Nm respectively over the outgoing model.

 

The more athletic Cooper S utilises the same 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder unit as before, now outputting 150kW of power and 300Nm of torque – or an increase of 9kW and 20Nm over the previous model.

 

Mini quotes a 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.7 seconds for the Cooper C and 6.6 seconds for the Cooper S with respective fuel consumption numbers listed at 5.9 litres per 100km and 6.1L/100km.

 

Both models now come with adaptive damping.

 

In all, Mini is set to offer four trim grades in its new Cooper range – Essential, Classic, Favoured and JCW (John Cooper Works).

 

Updates over the outgoing range include many of the changes showcased in the recently debuted Mini EV. These included a new OLED central display with revised multimedia and voice recognition technology, an upgraded wireless charging pad (fitted where the gearshift used to be), new LED ambient cabin lighting, a smartphone-based digital ‘key’, and a Safe Exit function.

 

A panoramic roof is offered contributing to the cabin’s sense of space.

 

Cargo capacity is listed at 210 litres.

 

Wheel sizes range from 16- to 18 inches in diameter with all wheels now aerodynamically shaped. Paint colours may be paired with contrasting roof finishes, including a newly introduced Multitone finish.

 

“At Mini, Power of Choice means that in addition to all-electric Mini models, we also offer models such as the new Mini Cooper with a petrol engine,” said Head of Mini, Stefanie Wurst.

 

“The car is ideal for those people who want to drive a classic Mini three-door and appreciate the traditional performance and characteristic sound of a combustion engine.”

 

Mini Australia will announce full specifications and pricing closer to the local launch of the Cooper C and Cooper S in July of this year. The current model is available from $42,300 plus on-road costs.

 

Read more

Mini Aceman ready to launch within months
New Mini Countryman in Oz early 2024
2024 Mini Countryman S All4 detailed
2025 Mini JCW Countryman surfaces
BMW, Mini BEVs achieve notable sales growth
New Mini Cooper, Countryman emerge
Mini and Fellten create EV converted classic
Full Site
Back to Top

Main site

Researching

GoAutoMedia