Mini Cooper S
The new-generation Mini hatchback, sold in India only as the 3-door Cooper S with a 204 hp 2.0 turbo petrol and a dual-clutch automatic. It is a small, quick and well-equipped city car with strong residual appeal. It suits buyers who want a fun, compact second car and rarely carry more than two people.
- Seating
- 4
- Engine
- 1998 cc
- Mileage
- 16.82 km/l
- 204 hp 2.0 turbo petrol, 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds
- Panoramic glass roof on every trim
- 240 mm round OLED touchscreen
- 16.82 km/l claimed
- Under 3.9 metres long, easy to park
- Only 210 litres of boot
- Classic₹50.40 lakh
For about ₹6 lakh over the Essential it adds Harman Kardon audio, sport seats, keyless entry and the driving modes. That is the trim that makes the car feel complete without paying for the head-up display and massage seat.
- Essential₹44.45 lakh
If the budget is fixed, the base car already has the same engine, the glass roof, the big round screen, smartphone mirroring and a parking assistant. Nothing important is held back.
- Volkswagen Golf₹50.91 lakh
- Mercedes-AMG A 45 S₹87.00 lakh
- Citroen eC3₹12.09 – 13.36 lakh
Mini Cooper S specifications
- Claimed mileage16.82 km/l
- Transmission7-speed DCT
- Body typeHatchback
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine1998 cc
- Seating capacity4
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| Engines | 2.0 turbo petrol |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 7-speed DCT |
| Power | 204 hp (150 kW) |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Claimed mileage | 16.82 km/l |
| Seats | 4 |
| Length | 3876 mm |
| Width | 1744 mm |
| Height | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2495 mm |
| Ground clearance | Not published |
| Boot space | 210 litres |
| Fuel tank | Not published |
Mini Cooper S variants: price and features
- Base variantCooper S
Essential
₹44.45 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Panoramic glass roof
- 240 mm round OLED touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
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- Panoramic glass roof
- 240 mm round OLED touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Parking assistant with rear camera
- Digital Key Plus phone key
- Front collision and lane departure warnings
- Cooper S
Classic
₹50.40 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹5.95 lakh more than Essential for- Harman Kardon sound system
- Sport seats and sport steering wheel
- Heated steering wheel
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- Harman Kardon sound system
- Sport seats and sport steering wheel
- Heated steering wheel
- Keyless comfort access
- Mini Experience driving modes
- High-beam assist
- Cooper S
Favoured
₹53.25 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹2.85 lakh more than Classic for- Head-up display
- Electric front seats with driver memory
- Massage function for driver's seat
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- Head-up display
- Electric front seats with driver memory
- Massage function for driver's seat
- Remote engine start
- Tyre pressure monitor
- JCW sport seats
- Top variantCooper S
John Cooper Works Trim
₹55.65 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹2.40 lakh more than Favoured for- JCW styling for the body
- JCW steering wheel
- JCW sport seats in black
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- JCW styling for the body
- JCW steering wheel
- JCW sport seats in black
- 17-inch JCW Sprint Spoke black wheels
Our verdict on the Cooper S
The Cooper S is an expensive way to buy a small car, and you should go in knowing that. ₹44-56 lakh buys a four-seater with a small boot and a tight rear seat, when the same money buys a well-equipped midsize SUV or a BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. What you get in return is a genuinely quick, sharp-handling hatchback with a well-finished cabin, a big standard equipment list and a brand that holds its value well. The 204 hp engine is the same in every trim, so the trims only change comfort and looks. We would buy the Classic. Skip the JCW Trim unless you want the styling; it does not add power.
Good things
- Same 204 hp turbo engine and quick 6.6-second 0-100 km/h in every trim
- Strong standard kit: glass roof, OLED screen, parking assistant
- Easy to park and enjoyable to drive in the city
- Mini has solid resale value and BMW-backed service
Could be better
- Only 210 litres of boot and a cramped rear seat
- Very expensive for the size; midsize SUVs cost less
- Driver aids are basic warnings only, with no adaptive cruise control
- JCW Trim costs more but adds no performance
Mini Cooper S colours and photos
- British Racing Green
- Chilli Red
- Nanuq White
- Melting Silver
- Midnight Black
- Blazing Blue
- Icy Sunshine Blue
- Indigo Sunset Blue
- Ocean Wave Green
- Sunny Side Yellow
Mini Cooper S: a quick, compact city car at a luxury price
Mini India sells the new-generation 3-door hatchback in one engine form only: the Cooper S, with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol making 204 hp and 300 Nm. It drives the front wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, reaches 100 km/h in a claimed 6.6 seconds and returns a claimed 16.82 km/l. The car is imported fully built.
The car is 3,876 mm long with a 2,495 mm wheelbase, so it fits into tight city spaces, but the rear seat suits children or short trips and the boot holds about 210 litres. Folding the 60:40 rear seat frees up much more room. Every trim gets a panoramic glass roof, the round 240 mm OLED touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a parking assistant with rear camera, and basic driver aids such as front collision and lane departure warnings.
The trims are Essential, Classic, Favoured and John Cooper Works Trim. Classic adds Harman Kardon audio, sport seats and keyless entry; Favoured adds a head-up display, electric memory seats and a massaging driver's seat; the JCW Trim adds sporty styling, a JCW steering wheel and black alloys, with the same engine.
Can a family use the Cooper S as its only car?
Not easily. It is a four-seater with a short rear bench and a 210-litre boot. Two adults with weekend bags is fine; four adults on a long trip is not. If you need one car for the family, look at the Countryman or a midsize SUV instead.
Which trim is the best value?
The Classic. It adds the features most owners notice every day, such as better audio, sport seats and keyless entry. The Favoured's head-up display and massage seat are pleasant but not essential, and the JCW Trim is about looks.
Is it expensive to run?
Fuel use is reasonable for 204 hp, with a claimed 16.82 km/l. Servicing goes through Mini's dealer network, which is smaller than BMW's, so check how far your nearest workshop is. Expect premium-brand prices for parts, tyres and insurance.
What are the alternatives at this price?
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe gives you four doors and a bigger boot. For a quick, fun car with more space, a Volkswagen Golf GTI is the closest hatchback rival. If the Mini's appeal is mainly style, its own Convertible offers open-top driving for a few lakh more.
Cooper S vs rivals
| Spec | Mini Cooper S₹44.45 – 55.65 lakh | Volkswagen Golf₹50.91 lakh | Mercedes-AMG A 45 S₹87.00 lakh | Citroen eC3₹12.09 – 13.36 lakh | MG Comet EV₹7.90 – 10.17 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Electric | Electric |
| Engines | 2.0 turbo petrol | 2.0 TSI | 2.0 turbo petrol | Electric | Single electric motor, 17.4 kWh battery |
| Power | 204 hp (150 kW) | 265 PS | 421 HP | 57 PS | 42 PS |
| Gearbox | 7-speed DCT | DSG | 8-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT | Single-speed automatic | Single-speed automatic |
| Mileage | 16.82 km/l | 11–12 km/l | — | 320 km claimed | 230 km claimed (ARAI) |
| Seats | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Boot | 210 litres | 380 litres | 370 litres | 315 litres | — |
| Compare | Viewing | Cooper S vs Golf | Cooper S vs Mercedes-AMG A 45 S | Cooper S vs eC3 | Cooper S vs Comet EV |
Mini Cooper S mileage
- 1998 cc, PetrolDCT
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 16.82 km/l
Mini Cooper S on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹51.21 – 64.04 lakh
- Mumbai₹52.66 – 65.85 lakh
- Bengaluru₹55.65 – 69.59 lakh
- Chennai₹55.66 – 69.61 lakh
- Kolkata₹51.21 – 64.04 lakh
- Bhopal₹52.99 – 66.27 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Cooper S EMI
₹74,683 a month
On ₹44.45 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹8.89 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹9.25 lakh.
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Mini Cooper S FAQ
What is the price of the Mini Cooper S in India?
The Mini Cooper S costs ₹44.45 to 55.65 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Mini Cooper S come with?
The Mini Cooper S is sold with petrol power (2.0 turbo petrol).
What is the mileage of the Mini Cooper S?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Mini Cooper S is 16.82 km/l.
How many people can the Mini Cooper S seat?
The Mini Cooper S is a 4-seater hatchback.
What is the length of the Mini Cooper S?
The Mini Cooper S is 3876 mm long, 1744 mm wide and 1432 mm tall, with a 2495 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Mini Cooper S have?
The Mini Cooper S has 210 litres of boot space.
Does the Mini Cooper S come with an automatic gearbox?
The Mini Cooper S is offered with 7-speed dct gearboxes.
Which Mini Cooper S variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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