Mini India has officially launched the new Mini Cooper S GP-inspired edition in the Indian market, priced at Rs 58.9 lakh (ex-showroom). Pre-bookings are now open, and interested customers can reserve the car exclusively at their nearest Mini dealership. This special edition is limited to just 30 units, with deliveries commencing this month.
Performance and Powertrain
Under the hood, the Mini Cooper S GP-inspired edition is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that delivers 204hp and 300Nm of torque. It is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The hatchback accelerates from 0 to 100 kph in 6.6 seconds and achieves a top speed of 242 kph.
Exterior Design
The design of the Mini Cooper S GP-inspired edition features a dual-tone finish with a 'Legend Grey' exterior complemented by a 'Chilli Red' roof and ORVMs. GP-inspired decals adorn the sides, while the C-pillar displays the individual unit number of each car, emphasizing its limited-run status. Based on the JCW Pack, the edition retains sport-oriented elements such as revised bumpers, a rear spoiler, a black rear diffuser, a centrally positioned exhaust outlet, and black alloy wheels. Red highlights on the bumpers, side sills, and wheel centre caps distinguish it from the standard JCW Pack-equipped Cooper S. The special edition carries forward the red and grey stripe theme from the bonnet onto the sides, complemented by 'GP Inspired' graphics. A '1 of 30' badge on the C-pillar highlights its limited production run. Exterior updates also include 18-inch JCW alloy wheels with red centre caps, a roof-mounted spoiler, side winglets, and a revised rear diffuser. The model further gets customisable daytime running lamps and LED tail-lamps with dedicated welcome and goodbye lighting patterns.
Interior and Features
Inside, the cabin draws several features from the JCW Pack version. The dashboard gets a black finish with red accents, while the JCW steering wheel adds a sportier touch. Recycled knitted fabric has been used on the dashboard and door panels. The JCW sport seats are finished in Vescin Black upholstery with red contrast stitching, while 'GP Inspired' branding is visible on the door sills. The floor mats also feature '1 of 30' badging to reinforce the edition's exclusivity.
In terms of features, it gets a 9.4-inch infotainment touchscreen supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with features such as a panoramic glass roof, ambient lighting, and connected car technology. Other equipment includes a Harman Kardon sound system, wireless phone charging, a head-up display, and over-the-air software update capability. It also gets a heated steering wheel and an electrically adjustable driver's seat with memory function. Safety features include Level 1 ADAS, electronic stability control, and a rearview camera, in addition to several driver assistance and occupant protection systems.
