First Drive: Next-Gen 2025 Mini Cooper Is Still Quirky, But Less Fun
A familiar exterior houses a mini-malist interior with frustrating controls
Mini continues its portfolio overhaul with the redesigned, fifth-generation Cooper. This model has been at the heart of the brand since it was founded 65 years ago. The concept remains the same for the 2025 Cooper two-door and four-door versions, with a familiar silhouette, a minimalist interior, and the promise of uncommon agility. Its overall shape and classic theme are unchanged. But alas, there is no more manual transmission.
There are two gas-only configurations at launch: the base model, now with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine (rather than the previous turbo three-cylinder), and the sportier Cooper S. Following past tradition, it’s safe to assume a higher-performance John Cooper Works version will be added later. There will also be an electric two-door offered as a 184-horsepower Cooper E and 218-hp Cooper SE.
