2026 MINI Convertible: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 MINI Convertible is mostly a carryover, with one small equipment change: the alarm system is now standard on Cooper Signature and Cooper S Signature. The design, engines, safety equipment, and cabin tech otherwise return unchanged.
About the 2026 MINI Convertible
4th-generation F67 MINI Convertible, second model year after the all-new 2025 redesign.
MINI positions the Convertible as a playful small four-seat soft-top built around open-air fun, compact size, and the brand’s trademark go-kart-like feel. Its appeal is not big space or long-distance practicality; it is personality. In the U.S. market, it stands out because very few small convertibles are left, and this one pairs a fully powered soft top with premium-feel cabin tech and distinctive MINI styling.
The Cooper is the easygoing 161-hp model, while the 201-hp Cooper S adds stronger acceleration without the more focused setup of the JCW. The 228-hp John Cooper Works sits at the top with firmer suspension tuning, stronger brakes, sport seats, and more aggressive body details. Every version has a power soft top, a 9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen, a head-up display, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
2026 MINI Convertible specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd Sport w/Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd Sport w/Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 27 mpg | 26 mpg | 27 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 37 mpg | 36 mpg | 37 mpg | 35 mpg | 36 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 201 hp | 161 hp | 228 hp | 201 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 221 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 30.8 in | 30.8 in | 30.8 in | 30.8 in | 30.8 in | 30.8 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2026 MINI Convertible?
The main change is that an alarm system became standard on the Cooper Signature and Cooper S Signature. Otherwise, the 2026 model carries over with the same body, engines, safety equipment, soft top, and infotainment hardware as the 2025 model.
Is the 2026 MINI Convertible a redesign?
No. The 2026 MINI Convertible is the second model year of the F67 generation introduced for 2025, with no new body or major styling update.
Does the 2026 MINI Convertible have the same engines as the 2025 model?
Yes. The Cooper keeps its 161-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, the Cooper S keeps its 201-hp version, and the John Cooper Works keeps its 228-hp version. All use automatic transmissions.
What makes the 2026 John Cooper Works Convertible different?
The 2026 John Cooper Works is the performance-focused version. It has a 228-hp turbocharged engine, a seven-speed sport automatic with paddle shifters, adaptive suspension damping, stronger brakes, sport seats, and JCW-specific body details.
Does the 2026 MINI Convertible still have the round OLED screen and power soft top?
Yes. The 2026 model retains the 9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen and the power soft top, which opens fully in 18 seconds and also has a sunroof mode.