Mini has officially launched the new Mini Cooper S Convertible in India, at a price of ₹58.50 lakh, ex-showroom. The model will be available as a CBU and represents the latest addition from the brand’s stable of premium lifestyle vehicles in India. Bookings are already open at all authorised dealerships, while deliveries will begin very shortly.
The Cooper S Convertible retains the distinctive design language for which Mini is known globally, while integrating modern enhancements to appeal to buyers looking for both performance and character in a compact open-top vehicle.
Exterior and Design
The Mini Cooper S Convertible retains the classical Mini silhouette familiar to its enthusiasts, starting with the bold front fascia marked by an octagonal grille with a distinctive ‘S’ badge and circular LED headlamps with three distinctive light signatures. The profile is still compact but quite athletic, enhanced at the same time by new 18-inch alloy wheels and discreetly redesigned body cladding that gives a modern touch to the car’s visual attitude. From the back, the Union Jack-inspired LED taillights and chunky bumper add more to this unique roadster model.
The most marked feature of the convertible is its electrically-operated fabric roof that can be completely deployed in as little as 18 seconds or retracted in 15 seconds at speeds as high as 30 km/h. Besides, the soft-top can be partially opened to work like a sunroof, allowing comfort depending on the driving conditions.
The Mini Cooper S Convertible is available in a choice of four exterior paints: British Racing Green, Ocean Wave Green, Chilli Red, and Sunny Side Yellow. Some colour combinations allow contrasting mirror caps and interior upholstery themes to be specified, enabling a small degree of personalisation.
Interior and Features
Inside, the cabin melds Mini’s signature minimalism with modern technology. At its center is a new 9.4-inch round OLED touchscreen that also forms the core of the central infotainment display area that houses navigation, media, and connectivity controls.
The interior finishes include premium soft-touch materials, neat stitching, and customizable ambient lighting, all of which further the premium feel inside. The sport seats feature adjustable support bolstering to help match the energetic driving character of the car. Other comfort and convenience features include a head-up display, powered front seats with memory for the driver side, a Harman Kardon sound system, wireless phone charging, cruise control, and multiple drive modes.
The car also provides Mini’s Intelligent Personal Assistant, which makes navigation, calling, music, and other functions controllable with voice, further strengthening this easy cabin experience.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Safety features in the Mini Cooper S Convertible are well-rounded for its class. By class standard, it comes with a couple of airbags, rearview camera, park assist controls, and Level-1 ADAS. These help in active and passive safety to have solutions for everyday driving and parking situations.
Powertrain and Performance
Under the hood, the Mini Cooper S Convertible hosts a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol mill. This powertrain pumps out approximately 204 PS and 300 Nm of torque and is sent to the front wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Correspondingly, this soft-top will go from 0-100 km/h in around 6.9 seconds, reflecting its sporty performance orientation. A claimed fuel efficiency figure of around 16.82 km/l has been noted.
Performance credentials confirm the model’s positioning as one of the most dynamic and engaging vehicles in the premium microluxury segment, combining spirited acceleration with everyday usability.
Market Position and Competitive Environment
The Mini Cooper S Convertible finds itself in a special premium segment, given its ₹58.50 lakh ex-showroom price tag. It can be treated as an alternative to performance hatchbacks and lifestyle vehicles that mix sporty dynamics with premium features. Potential rivals will include performance-oriented models like the GTI version of the Volkswagen Golf, which presents comparative offerings for sportiness but with different body styles and driving experiences.
Availability and Customer Choices
The new Mini Cooper S Convertible extends the Mini portfolio in India, after several launches in the market. The soft-top caters to the demand for a special driving feeling that combines classic design, state-of-the-art technology, and open-air motoring. Bookings are now open at all Mini dealerships across major cities in India, and deliveries will be commenced statrt.
