The 2026 Mini Cooper is an refreshed iconic hatch known for its playful performance and unique styling. Let’s check specs, features, 0-60 and trim level pricing for this.
Design Refresh
Now, The 2026 Mini Cooper is refreshed design to cleaner and sharper LED headlights and has streamlined grille for a modern look. You get 2-door and 4-door hardtop options, also there are convertible variants offered which are built in England. It get bold colors and JCW styling packs.
Powertrains
Base Cooper models will feature 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine as a standard which is expected to produce 161 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. This is expected to achieve 0-60 mph in the 7.5 seconds.
You will also get option in the JCW trim which will provide 228 hp and 280 lb-ft for front-wheel-drive with 7-speed dual-clutch auto. Then there is Electric JCW variants which promises 258 hp and 230-mile range.
Interior
2026 Mini Cooper is an tech loaded with massive circular OLED screen with minimalist dashboard. It will have MINI OS 9 software with handling infotainment, navigation and fewer buttons and toggle switches.
Comfort is improved with the better upgraded seats and materials. Rear space is not impressive also you only get cargo space of 40 cu ft with seats folded.
Pricing Trims Levels
Price of base 2026 Mini Cooper starts at $29,750 (plus $995 destination) which will climb upto $33,600 for Signature Plus and extra $3,300 for S models. Then you get JCW 2-door hits $38,900 base, convertibles from $34,600, and Countryman crossovers near $40,500. This is slightly up from the 2025 models which is expected.
| Trim | Starting MSRP (excl. dest.) | Key Power |
|---|---|---|
| Cooper Hardtop 2 Door | $29,750 | 161 hp |
| Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door | $33,000 | ~201 hp |
| JCW Hardtop 2 Door | $38,900 | 228 hp |
| Cooper Convertible | $34,600 | 161 hp |
Driving Dynamics & Safety Features
2026 Mini Cooper is very smooth to handle and has tight turning circle (under 37 ft) which gives us go-kart feel.
Standard safety features include:
- Frontal collision warning
- High-beam assist join
- Active blind-spot detection,
- Lane departure warning,
- Rear cross-traffic alert,
- Drive recorder.
