The new generation of the MINI Cooper has started rolling off the production line at the iconic MINI Plant in Oxford marking the beginning of a new era for the beloved car brand. The fifth-generation MINI Cooper was celebrated with a special event at the plant, where the first three-door model was driven off the line by Charlie Cooper, the grandson of the legendary John Cooper, who inspired the Cooper name.
UK's Automotive Excellence in Production
The production of the new MINI Cooper is a testament to the UK's automotive excellence with all three BMW Group UK manufacturing sites playing a crucial role. The BMW Group Plant in Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies, while the highly efficient three and four-cylinder petrol engines are made at the BMW Group Plant in Hams Hall, North Warwickshire. These components are then brought together at the MINI Plant in Oxford, where the car's body shell is produced, painted, and assembled.
Introducing the New MINI Cooper Variants
The latest addition to the MINI family, the new MINI Cooper, was announced last month and joins the MINI Cooper Electric and the new MINI Countryman. It is available in two model variants: the MINI Cooper C and the performance-enhanced MINI Cooper S. The new three-door model is much awaited by MINI devotees since it blends cutting-edge, futuristic technology with classic brand characteristics.
The Future of MINI: Electric and Innovative
Not only is the Oxford MINI Plant important for producing the new MINI Cooper, but it's also important because of its flexibility, competitiveness, and expertise in the BMW Group's supply chain. The factory is getting ready to start producing two new all-electric MINI cars in 2026, proving the business's ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainability. By investing over 3 billion GBP in the plants located in Swindon, Hams Hall, and Oxford, the BMW Group is firmly establishing its position and trajectory within the automotive sector of the UK.
