F56 MINI Cooper: News, Reviews, and Buying Guides

F55 Four-Door Hardtop F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F57 Convertible F65 5 Door | 2024 - 2031 F66 MINI Cooper (ICE) F66/J01 Hardtop | 2024 - 2031 F67 Cooper Convertible

MINI’s Suspension Upgrade: How The Cooper Got Smoother Without Losing Its Character

In 2021 MINI made a subtle but important change to the way its suspension is design on all Cooper models. Stung with long-standing critique of ride quality, MINI decided to ditch its...

Apr 29, 25Apr 29, 25

F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F66 MINI Cooper (ICE) F66/J01 Hardtop | 2024 - 2031 JCW MINI Cooper

2025 F66 MINI JCW vs. F56 JCW: Key Differences, Specs & Performance Upgrades

F66 JCW vs the F56 JCW – How much has really changed? We’ve driven the two back to back and went deep into the specs to uncover what’s been fine-tuned, what’s been...

Apr 18, 25Apr 18, 25

F54 | 2015 - 2024 F55 Four-Door Hardtop F56 Electric MINI F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F65 5 Door | 2024 - 2031 F66 MINI Cooper (ICE) F66/J01 Hardtop | 2024 - 2031 F67 Cooper Convertible MINI Cooper

An Inside Look at How MINI Coopers Are Made at it’s Oxford Plant

The MINI Oxford Plant is the spiritual home of the brand since new MNI production started in 2001. We’ve visited the plant previously in 2004 and found it full of new energy...

Mar 26, 25Mar 31, 25

F54 | 2015 - 2024 F56 Electric MINI F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F60 Countryman E F60 | 2016 - 2024 MINI Clubman MINI Cooper MINI Countryman

MINI Ends Aftermarket Coding—While Introducing Its Own Customization Options

Say goodbye to aftermarket coding and apps Bimmercode. MINI has shut down the popular coding loophole on its latest models—but there’s a twist. With the introduction of MINI OS9, new built-in customization...

Jan 27, 25Jan 28, 25

3rd Generation 2014-2024 F56 Electric MINI MINI Cooper Recalls/Campaigns

2020-2024 MINI Cooper SE Recalled Due to Potential Battery Issue

MINI is recalling over 10,000 electric F56 based MINI Cooper SEs in the United States due to a fairly alarming manufacturing issue. The defect involves the battery and could lead to a...

Sep 3, 24Sep 3, 24

F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 JCW Motorsports

MINI USA & the JCW Team Win Both Races at Road America

Our favorite US based MINI race team has taken two victories at our favorite US race track. The MINI John Cooper Works Team made a strong showing at the demanding Road America...

Aug 23, 24Aug 23, 24

Part 3: Did MINI Go Electric Too Soon? (or Not Soon Enough?)

Fifteen years ago MINI debuted its first electric car - the MINI E. Created as a rolling test bed for BMW, the MINI E was a riot to drive and quickly earned a loyal fanbase of early adopters. But with only 100 miles of range and a $850 lease price, had limited appeal. Worse yet, it turned out MINI had no follow-up sequel.

Jul 31, 24Jul 31, 24

3rd Generation 2014-2024 4th Generation 2024-2031 F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F66 MINI Cooper (ICE) F66/J01 Hardtop | 2024 - 2031 JCW MINI Cooper Motorsports

MINI & Bulldog Racing Prep The New F66 JCW For the Nurburgring 24 Hours

It’s going to be another big year for MINI at the 24 Hours of the Nurburgring. MINI’s motorsports partner Bulldog Racing is taking the F66 MINI Cooper JCW to the ‘Ring as...

May 27, 24May 28, 24

3rd Generation 2014-2024 4th Generation 2024-2031 F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F66 MINI Cooper (ICE) F66/J01 Hardtop | 2024 - 2031 Motorsports

Bulldog Racing Returns to the 24h of Nürburgring With All New JCW race Car

Bulldog Racing is going back to the 24h of Nürburgring! The announcement comes as the team finished its successful second test session at the ‘Ring last weekend. But it’s their new, secret...

Apr 17, 24Apr 18, 24

F56 Hardtop | 2014-2024 F66 MINI Cooper (ICE)

The MINI Cooper’s Manual Transmission is Dead Ending an Era

The MINI manual transmission is dead on the MINI Cooper. With the end of F56 production this February, the manual has left the MINI line-up for good. None of this is new...

Mar 27, 24Mar 29, 24