Mini offers two cool new small cars to drive around in style, bring smiles wherever you go, and enjoy that trademark go-kart feeling with. These two models are the new Aceman and Mini Cooper 5-door.
Mini Aceman
The first-ever all-electric Mini Aceman is a contemporary interpretation of the classic Mini inventor Sir Alec Issigonis’ underlying vision: maximum utilization of space with a minimum footprint combined with a modern drive concept.
The Mini Aceman provides space for five comfortable seats within a vehicle length of just over four meters. The Aceman comes with innovative technologies to enhance the interior with an immersive digital user experience, while its all-electric drive gives a fresh boost to the characteristic Mini go-kart feeling.
The Aceman features a streamlined front, short overhangs and the functional two-box design. The versatile and adventurous character of the Aceman is emphasized by the standard roof rails, visually accentuated 19” wheels, and underride protection at the front, rear, and sides of the vehicle.
Flat integrated door openers emphasize the progressive expression of the Aceman, while diagonal contours in the body below the A pillars echo the weld crease of the classic Mini models in the front area of the side panels.
Interior
Mini’s “Charismatic Simplicity” philosophy is expressed particularly clearly in the interior. It features an easy-to-handle steering wheel, a central OLED display and the remodeled hallmark toggle bar. The cabin offers spacious door interiors along with comfortable dimensions in the shoulder area and convenient legroom. In the dark, the ambient lighting along the roof frame creates the selected lighting mood in the interior. The interior uses a knitted material for the dashboard making it easy to care for, being made of recycled polyester. The amply sized rear of the vehicle offers space for three passengers. Thanks to the 60:40 folding rear seat backrest, the luggage compartment can be extended from 300 liters to up to 1,005 liters as required.
The central circular OLED display is powered by Mini Operating System 9, with all driving functions operated intuitively by touch or voice. Speed and battery status is shown prominently at the top of the display, directly in the driver’s field of vision. Tapping the speed display opens a large full-screen speedometer. Other widgets can be moved to the center and selected with a horizontal swiping movement. Menu items like Navigation, Media, Telephone and Climate can be selected directly at any time. The brand’s first fully-fledged voice assistant can be activated by saying “Hey MINI!”. Alternatively, the push-to-talk steering wheel button is also available for this purpose.
Instead of driving modes, there are Mini Experience Modes. Two projector units beam special illuminated graphics onto the dashboard with differing patterns and colors. Changes are made to the color scheme of the light patterns and to the ambient lighting in the entire interior depending on the Experience Mode selected. Mini Driving Sounds also enhance the experience of all-electric mobility. The seven are Personal Mode, Go-Kart Mode, Vivid Mode, Core Mode, Green Mode, Timeless Mode, and Balance Mode, each of which focuses the display on a “Mode App” to match the ambience.
All-electric and efficient
Powering the Aceman is an all-electric drive, enabling emission-free mobility. The efficient electric motor has an output of 160 kW and torque of 330 Nm, enabling the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and reach a top speed of 170 km/h. The high-voltage battery has an energy content of 54.2 kWh, giving it a range of up to 407 kilometres according to the WLTP.
The battery can be charged via alternating current with 11 kW. Fast charging with direct current is possible with up to 95 kW. At a fast charging station, this allows the battery to be charged from 10 per cent to 80 per cent in just under 30 minutes.
Advanced safety systems
Driving Assistant provides the Aceman with steering and lane assistant for lateral guidance. Convenient and cooperative steering helps the driver stay on track. The increased comfort offered by the system combines relaxed and superior control of the vehicle while relieving the driver of the monotonous and less demanding aspects of driving. The clear-cut appearance of the displays, operating elements and easy-to-understand functional features result in a high degree of system security.
The innovative Mini Digital Key Plus likewise utilizes the user’s smartphone to ensure a convenient and personalized vehicle experience, transforming the smartphone into a vehicle key. The front and rear lights start the welcome projection as soon as the driver is less than three meters away, and the doors unlock automatically. Replacing the conventional vehicle key, the digital key can be transferred to several users.
The first-ever all-electric MINI Aceman is priced at P3,550,000 and is available for viewing at all Mini showrooms.
Mini Cooper 5-door
Unveiled beside the Aceman was the all-new Mini Cooper 5-Door. The 5-Door features short overhangs, a small bonnet, a long wheelbase, and large wheels, all within a small footprint. This means an interior that offers enough space for five passengers.
The front end comes with minimalist design while retaining the iconic round headlights. Together with the octagonal front grille, they form the distinctive Mini face. Standard LED headlights with individually adjustable daytime running light elements enhance the striking appearance. Behind are flush-fitting tail lights, vertically aligned LED clusters that are reminiscent of the classic lights and, like the headlights, can be switched to different settings.
The 5-Door comes standard with the Favoured Trim, featuring a front radiator grille frame and select design elements finished in Vibrant Silver and with 18-inch wheels in two-tone slide spoke.
Minimalist interior
Behind the steering wheel, the standard head-up display ensures that all relevant content appears in the driver's field of vision. As a result, the dashboard on the driver’s side does not require an additional instrument panel.
Innovative materials in the interior include a specially developed knitting process is used to create the versatile, easy-care structure of the textile in two-color design made of recycled polyester. The textile surfaces extend across the curved dashboard and into the door panels. John Cooper Works sports seats come standard.
Three passengers can sit comfortably in the rear. The 60:40 folding rear seats increase the luggage compartment capacity from 275 liters to up to 925 liters.
The central OLED display in the redesigned cockpit has been moved closer to the driver, making it easier to reach. Powered by Mini Operating System 9, all vehicle functions can be controlled intuitively by touch or voice.
The seven Mini Experience Modes can be selected according to mood and personal preference and characterize the atmosphere in the interior. A projector behind the display transforms the dashboard into matching colors and patterns.
Below it is a rocker switch strip with its toggle switches, the parking brake, gear selector, start/stop button, Experience Mode, and volume control.
Sporty handling
The 5-Door retains the Cooper’s trademark excelling handling with suspension and damping system tuned for spirited driving. A highly preloaded anti-roll bar mounts on the axles ensure balanced body handling during dynamic cornering.
Powering the Cooper 5-door is a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 204 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque. The sole gearbox choice is a 7-speed dual clutch automatic.
The new Mini Cooper 5-Door is priced at P3,799,000 and is now available for viewing at all Mini showrooms.