F56 Electric MINI Archives

The Forgotten Electric MINI GP That Predicted Today’s EV Performance Problem

Jan 26, 26Jan 26, 26

Did you know MINI once built an electric GP? No, not the Formula E pace car that made the rounds a few years ago. This was something far more interesting. A real...

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

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

F56 Electric MINI Motorsports

Formula E Unveiling Electric MINI Racing Series

Today, Formula E unveiled the NXT Gen Cup, an electric MINI based racing series that will travel the world to support Formula E. The series will include male and female drivers with...

Feb 12, 24Feb 13, 24

F56 Electric MINI F66/J01 Hardtop | 2024 - 2031 Sales

The Electric MINI Cooper SE Was the Best Selling MINI Globally in 2023

The best selling MINI in 2023 was the ancient MINI Cooper SE making up 15.3% of global MINI sales for the full year. Looking further sales of electrified vehicles (incl. plug-in hybrids)...

Jan 17, 24Jan 17, 24

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F56 MINI Cooper SE production Extended for North America

The F56 MINI Cooper SE production ended last year with one important exception – those destined for North America. Why? Due to global politics the US and Canada won’t see the all...

Jan 16, 24Jan 16, 24

F56 Electric MINI Reviews

The Final Review of the F56 MINI Cooper SE – the Best Buy in the MINI Line-up

If you’ve been reading MotoringFile for the past year you’ll know that there’s enormous buzz around the forthcoming electric J01 MINI Cooper. It’s a ground-up electric car built on a bespoke platform...

Dec 18, 23Dec 18, 23

F56 Electric MINI Sales

The First Electric MINI Cooper Discounts Begin to Appear

Recently we’ve begun seeing the first real inventory of the electric MINI Cooper SE at US dealers. It’s the first time since launch that the electric F56 has not only been available...

Jul 16, 23Jul 16, 23

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MINI USA Releases Hilarious AI Powered Experience Promoting The electric MINI Cooper

Today MINI USA is unleashing an all new (and hilarious) AI powered experience promoting the electric MINI Cooper. The digital experience and advertising campaign was done in collaboration with Pereira O’Dell, an...

Jul 13, 23Jul 17, 23