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MINI introduces petrol Paul Smith Editions, welcomes back the MINI One and announces wider range updates for July 2026.
Thu May 28 11:01:00 CEST 2026 Press Release
• Petrol versions of the MINI Paul Smith Edition now added to the range. • The new MINI One returns as an entry point to the brand. • Introducing a range of MINI model updates from July 2026.
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MINI is introducing a number of additions to its UK line-up, led by
new petrol-powered Paul Smith Editions, the return of the MINI One as
an entry model to the brand, and further updates across the model range.
Paul Smith Edition is now available for petrol-powered MINI
Cooper models.
Building on the success of the MINI Cooper Electric Paul
Smith Edition, the portfolio now expands to include petrol powered
models, marking the next step of the celebrated partnership. The
petrol-powered models include the MINI Cooper 3-door, MINI Cooper
5-door & MINI Cooper Convertible. Mirroring the electric model
offerings, the Paul Smith Edition will be available for both C and S models.
The petrol Paul Smith Edition is available in three exterior
paint choices; Edition-exclusive colours of Statement Grey and
Inspired White, or in Midnight Black which can already be found in the
MINI family. The MINI Cooper 3-door & 5-door models are available
with the contrast Nottingham Green roof colour, meanwhile the MINI
Cooper Convertible receives the optionable Union Jack soft-top roof.
Nottingham Green mirror caps and detailing continue to provide a
subtle nod to Sir Paul Smith’s heritage.
The interior highlights include a Paul Smith striped knitted
dashboard, door panels and seats. The iconic Paul Smith signature
stripe is found on the steering wheel, and Paul Smith handwritten
motto ‘Everyday is a new beginning’ on the door sills. A graphic of a
hand-drawn rabbit by Paul Smith is found on the front floormat.
Inside and out, the MINI Paul Smith Edition continues to embody
Sir Paul Smith’s ‘classic with a twist’ design philosophy. Unique
colour combinations, thoughtful detailing and playful signature
elements bring together MINI’s design language with Paul Smith’s
unmistakable style, celebrating individuality and creativity across
both electric and petrol variants of the MINI Cooper.
UK pricing for the petrol MINI Paul Smith Edition starts from
£31,285 OTR for the C & from £32,335 OTR for S engine models.
First customer deliveries are expected in Q3 2026.
Introducing the new MINI One.
MINI is introducing the MINI One to re-establish the entry
point into the latest MINI family and is available on petrol MINI
Cooper 3-door and MINI Cooper 5-door models. The One will purely be
offered in Classic trim with up to three paint colours and two alloy
options to choose from. Pricing starts from £24,735 OTR.
As standard, the car will receive Melting Silver paintwork, with
a body-coloured roof, 16" 4-Square Spoke Silver alloys, and a
Black/Blue cloth combination interior. Additional options include Icy
Sunshine Blue & Midnight Black paint. Grey/Blue cloth combination
interior materials, as well as the 17" Parallel 2-tone Spoke
alloy wheels. Level 1 Pack is offered as an optional extra, which
includes features such as head-up display, mobile wireless charging
and high-beam assistant.
In terms of performance, the 1.6L powertrain will produce 121 hp,
with a top speed of 127 mph, resulting in a 0-62 mph in 9.3 seconds,
making the One perfect for first time drivers. The car will begin
production in July 2026, with first customer deliveries expected in Q3 2026.
Introducing a range of MINI models updates from July 2026.
From July 2026 new paint options available on more of the
MINI family. The familiar Indigo Sunset Blue paintwork will now be
available for all trim levels of the MINI Cooper Electric, meanwhile
Blazing Blue will be offered on all petrol-powered MINI models, as
well as the MINI Aceman in Classic and Exclusive trim levels.
To further increase the individuality of each MINI, different
interior colours are newly available to a range of models. Beige
Vescin seats in combination with black knit on the dashboard and door
cards will be available on every model specified in either Exclusive,
Sport or JCW trims. Meanwhile, Brown Vescin seats in combination with
black knit on the dashboard and door cards will be offered to on both
petrol and electric versions of the MINI Countryman when specified in
Exclusive trim.
MINI Connected – which was previously only available via the
online store – will become equipped for the first four years after
initial purchase for all Level 2 & Level 3 specified cars. This
additional functionality will give customers access to key aspects
such as real-time traffic and congestion updates without active route
guidance. Also included will be more detailed visualisations of
complicated junctions as well as 3D buildings within navigation.
Another key perk of MINI Connected is the access of AirConsole games
and video streaming when stationary.
It will now be possible to specify Piano Black grille when opting
for Exclusive trim on petrol MINI Cooper models and the MINI Countryman.
For more information on any of the above content, visit mini.co.uk.
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