The MINI Cooper Oxford Edition has been launched in India as a CBU at Rs 55.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It is a limited-edition model of MINI’s premium three-door hatchback, commissioned to celebrate 25 years of modern MINI production at the BMW Group’s Plant Oxford in the United Kingdom.
Although the original MINI began production at the Oxford plant in 1959 and continued there until 1968, production later shifted to other facilities. The Oxford plant resumed producing MINI Coopers again in 2001 under BMW’s ownership.
MINI has positioned the Oxford Edition as a more distinctive version of the MINI Cooper S three-door hatchback, focusing on exclusive styling elements, additional equipment and details inspired by the brand’s British heritage.
The special edition is designed on the existing Cooper S platform, combining its established performance credentials with Oxford Edition’s distinctive styling and additional equipment.
What exterior changes distinguish the Oxford Edition?
The Oxford Edition features several exclusive exterior details inspired by the Union Jack, the national flag of the United Kingdom. It features 18-inch Slide Spoke two-tone alloy wheels as standard. MINI has added coordinated wheel hub and valve-cap covers to complement the overall design.
What features are available inside the MINI Cooper Oxford Edition?
The MINI Cooper Oxford Edition features JCW sport seats in Vescin Black, Union Jack-themed steering wheel detailing, exclusive floor mats, matching door sills and a bespoke key cap, adding distinctive touches to the cabin.
The cabin offers electric seat adjustment and an Active Seat function for the driver, which are also included as standard. A panoramic glass roof adds to the cabin’s sense of space and allows more natural light into the interior.
The Oxford edition features a 240 mm circular OLED touchscreen called the MINI Interaction Unit. The display serves as the central interface for infotainment, navigation and several vehicle functions. The system offers MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Does the MINI Cooper Oxford Edition receive mechanical upgrades?
The Oxford Edition retains the standard powertrain configuration of the MINI Cooper S. It uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 204 hp at 5,000 rpm and 300 Nm of peak torque at 1,450–4,500 rpm, paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch Steptronic transmission.
However, the car receives adaptive suspension and JCW sport brakes as part of its equipment to enhance handling and braking performance of the Oxford Edition.
The Oxford Edition incorporates MINI’s MINIMALISM technology, including an automatic start-stop function, brake-energy recuperation, active cooling air ducts and electromechanical power steering.
What safety and driver-assistance features are included?
The MINI Cooper Oxford Edition offers a host of safety and convenience features such as: passenger airbags, side curtain airbags, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), rear-view camera, tyre-pressure indicator, three-point seat belts, crash sensor, Cruise Control, Parking Assistant, and Comfort Access with automatic locking and unlocking.
When will the MINI Cooper Oxford Edition be available in India?
The MINI Cooper Oxford Edition is available in limited quantities through authorised MINI India dealerships as a completely built-up unit.
