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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 65% Detailed ratings

Price $28,790 – $40,590 Payments

Fuel consumption 6.3 – 10.8 L/100km

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At one end of the spectrum, there’s the fuel-efficient and fun subcompact (with a 134-hp, turbocharged 1.5L three-cylinder engine), while at the other, there’s the insane John Cooper Works edition with a 228-hp, turbo 2.0L four cylinder). Between these two extremes, there are the 189-hp S trim levels. All variants are offered with six-speed manual or automatic transmissions—your choice. The five-door version’s wheelbase has been extended by 72 mm for more rear-seat legroom.

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2025 MINI Convertible: Firmly Engaging

In addition to the new MINI John Cooper Works three-door hatchback, we also had the opportunity to test drive the convertible variant during a recent media event down in Savannah, Georgia. Needless to say the weather conditions were much better and sunnier than what we experienced in parts of Canada …May 29, 2025

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Whether it’s a 3-door , a 5-door , or even a convertible , the current-generation MINI Cooper (2014-present) is undoubtedly one of the most exciting vehicles you can drive, at least if you know what you’re getting into! With its small proportions, its limited cargo space, its peculiar ergonomics and …September 23, 2022

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2019 MINI Cooper S Convertible: I Don't Want to be Normal

In many ways, the MINI 3 Door reminds me of the Jeep Wrangler. It’s one of those halo cars that holds an entire brand together. MINI, like Jeep, has widened its portfolio of cars and SUVs in order to increase profit, normal stuff for any carmaker. In other words, if …October 5, 2018

2017 MINI John Cooper Works Convertible: Hot, But Pricey Droptop

Like M cars are to BMW, John Cooper Works (or JCW for short) is MINI’s in-house tuning firebrand, taking ordinary cars and making them into thrill-inducing machines. Okay, maybe that’s a little over the top in terms of what JCW does, but you get the idea. We’re talking about substantive …October 12, 2017

2016 MINI Cooper S Convertible: Another Reason to Hate Winter

We can certainly love winter for skiing, hockey and making snowmen. And what can be more relaxing than looking at a soft snowfall through the living room window, all bundled up in a blanket with our better half and a cup of hot chocolate? On the other hand, we can …February 8, 2017

2016 MINI Cooper S Convertible: Tons of Fun in a Small Package

At a time when bloating SUVs and crossovers are making a comeback, it’s a relief to see MINI is still going strong with their array of small-car offerings. As one of its newest lineup additions, the MINI Convertible is the first open-top MINI to be powered by the BMW Group’s …January 16, 2017

2016 MINI Cabriolet: Stylish and Fashionable

The latest model of the brand’ new generation of products, the MINI Cabriolet keeps its classic proportions, but grows in size as it’s longer, wider and slightly higher than the outgoing generation. It’s bigger because it’s elaborated on the new architecture that also serves as the base for the MINI …February 19, 2016

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MINI Unveils New, Gas-Powered John Cooper Works Models

Hot on the heels of the first-ever, battery-powered MINI John Cooper Works models, here come the new gas-burning variants including the MINI 3 Door JCW and MINI Convertible JCW. The two will enter production in November and are scheduled to arrive in dealerships early in 2025. Performance enthusiasts will likely …October 23, 2024

New 2025 MINI Cabriolet Brings Back Cool Feature for Open-Top Drivers

Another car is joining the next-generation MINI Cooper family. Following the electric Cooper SE as well as the conventionally powered 3 Door and 5 Door , here comes the 2025 MINI Convertible. At first glance, the redesigned model looks just like its siblings, but a closer look reveals a key …October 9, 2024

MINI Stops Making Manual Cars, Jacks up Prices for 2023

There’s not a week that goes by without hearing about some automaker that has to make tough choices due to parts shortages. This time it’s MINI . Blaming supply chain-related issues, the company has decided to temporarily stop building cars equipped with a manual transmission, prioritizing production of automatic models …May 3, 2022

MINI 3 Door, 5 Door, Convertible Get Facelift and More for 2022

The third generation of the modern MINI is getting another important update following the one that was performed in 2019, confirming that a full redesign is not planned for the near future. Unveiled on Tuesday, the refreshed and improved 2022 MINI 3 Door , 5 Door and Convertible models will …January 26, 2021

MINI Cooper Convertible Reportedly Won't be Renewed

It looks like the days of the MINI Convertible are numbered. A report from Automotive News suggests that the model will not be renewed when the current generation bows out. Production is expected to end around the month of February 2024. Why would the company decide to eliminate the MINI …August 25, 2020

MINI 3 Door, 5 Door and Convertible Refreshed for 2019

Introduced in 2014, the current generation of the MINI, available in 3 Door , 5 Door and Convertible variants, will benefit from a few styling and technological enhancements for the 2019 model year. The front end gets blacked-out headlight clusters, and at the rear, the optional LED taillights pay tribute …February 2, 2018

Here Is The 2016 MINI John Cooper Works Convertible

Want to forget about winter for a while? MINI just announced the first pictures and the technical specs for the 2016 John Cooper Works Convertible. Just like before, the recipe is simple: the brand’s engineers took a convertible MINI and added a few performance components to it. First of all, …January 18, 2016

Here Is The 2016 MINI Convertible

Ever since MINI was revived by BMW at the turn of the century (in 2001, more accurately), a convertible version of the little car has been offered. While some people lament the fact that this version forgot the basic precepts that made the original Mini a success, you can spot …October 23, 2015

2015 MINI Cooper Cabriolet is Still a Year Out

The British brand, owned by BMW, unveiled last week in Los Angeles the brand new version of the Mini Cooper. It’s a car whose lines get a few alterations while respecting the specifications of its predecessor. Dimensions were slightly increased all-around leading to slightly more interior space. The Mini Convertible …November 28, 2013

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The Car Guide rating 65%

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Fuel economy	6/10
Reliability	4/10
Safety	6/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

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