THE NEW MINI CONVERTIBLE

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The new MINI Convertible.
Description in Brief.

* The next-generation model of the celebrated four-seat convertible which
achieves some 164,000 in worldwide sales. The new MINI Convertible embodies the
thrill of open-air motoring in unmistakably MINI style. Raising the high
standard set by its predecessor, the new MINI Convertible features improvements
in the areas of design, quality, handling, performance, efficiency, and
functionality.

* Evolutionary development of the car's design: The two-door body style and
soft-top roof deliver unique proportions, sleek lines, and truly individual
style. Design cues clearly link the new convertible to the MINI family of
vehicles.

* Refined overall appearance highlighting the stretched silhouette and ensuring
enhanced presence from both front and rear. Expertly modeled body surfaces,
low-roofline for roadster-like flair, concealed rollover protection bar.
Signature MINI headlamps and taillights. Four-pivot joints for the luggage
compartment top are mounted inside the car to ensure a harmonious and sleek
appearance.

* Electrohydraulic-powered roof with the sliding roof function comes standard,
and allows the driver to open and close the soft top while the car is in motion
up to 20 mph. The standard Openometer feature records the time spent travelling
with the roof down. A wider range of paint colors, roof colors, wheels, and
upholstery and interior trim choices provide endless opportunities for
personalization. Also, model-specific optional extras and special equipment are
available.

* Newly developed, electromechanically operated rollover bar situated behind
the rear seats, is activated by the car's central safety electronics in the
event of a rollover. The innovative safety bar allows for optimum visibility to
the rear and sides of the car. An optional loading storage between the luggage
and passenger compartments expands the cargo space.

* The flexible storage system delivers outstanding functionality. The easy-load
system includes: an expanded luggage compartment opening, rear seat backrests
that can be folded down and locked into position, and a pivoting, two-position
shelf for packages.

* New generation of four-cylinder gasoline engines with Twin-Scroll
turbochargers or fully variable valve management. Engine capacity 1,598 cc, max
output 118 hp (MINI Cooper Convertible) and 172 hp (MINI Cooper S Convertible).
Both engine variants are equipped with a number of technical features that
maximize fuel economy and minimize emissions.

* MINI's signature front-wheel drive, go-kart-like handling with refined
suspension technology tuned specifically to the MINI Convertible.
Electromechanical Power Steering (EPS). Brake system with anti-lock brakes
(ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
and Brake Assistant, as well as Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Start-Off
Assistant are all standard features. Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with
Electronically Differential Lock Control (EDLC) feature on the drive wheels
enhances traction under acceleration, and is available as an option or as part
of the Sport Package.

* Crash-optimized body structure with newly conceived floorpan and reinforced
A-pillars and side-sills. Body stiffness further improved over the former
model, with a reduction in vehicle weight by 22 lb. Three-point inertia-reel
seat belts on all seats, with belt latch tensioners and belt force limiters at
the front, frontal airbags, head/thorax airbags at the side integrated in the
seat backrest, rollover sensor masterminding the rollover safety system,
airbags and belt latch tensioners with for optimized functionality. Run-flat
tires and Tire Pressure Monitor.

* MINI Cooper S Convertible:
Four-cylinder gasoline engine with Twin-Scroll turbocharger and
direct fuel injection.
Capacity: 1,598 cc, max output: 172 hp at 5,500 rpm.
Max torque: 177 lb-ft from 1,600-5,000 rpm
(192 lb-ft with Overboost).
Acceleration 0-60mph: 7.0 sec Manual, 7.2 Automatic, Top speed: 138 mph Manual,
135 mph Automatic.

* MINI Cooper Convertible:
Four-cylinder gasoline engine with VALVETRONIC technology.
Capacity: 1,598 cc, max output: 118 hp at 6,000 rpm.
Max torque: 114 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm.
Acceleration (0-60 mph): 8.9 sec Manual, 10.2 Automatic, Top speed: 124 mph
Manual, 119 mph Automatic.
Consistently Open:
The new MINI Convertible.

The driving pleasure and individual style that are MINI's signatures have been
tapped to create the next-generation MINI Convertible. With its evolutionary
design and increased functionality, specially tuned suspension, powerful,
efficient engines and enhanced safety technology, the latest version of the
four-seat convertible raises the bar.

New color choices and equipment features add up to endless options for
personalization. The premium materials and finishes enhance the
MINI Convertible - the only open-air car in its class - even further.

The new MINI Convertible will make its worldwide debut in January at the 2009
North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Orders for the MINI
Convertible are being taken now; the price for the MINI Cooper Convertible is
$24,550 and for the MINI Cooper S Convertible $27,450, including the $650
destination and handling charge. Delivery of the first MINI Convertibles will
begin on March 28, 2009.

The new MINI Convertible's durable soft-top with integrated sliding roof
function reliably protects driver and passengers from the elements when it is
up. Allowing for spontaneous open-air motoring, the soft top lowers
automatically in 15 seconds flat, even when the car is in motion up to 20 mph.
The unique Openometer next to the tachometer challenges the driver to log as
many top-down miles as possible by recording the hours spent open-air motoring.

The new MINI Convertible offers outstanding versatility with its Easy-Load
Function, folding rear-seat backrests, and generously-sized loading between the
luggage and passenger compartments, which increases the car's cargo space to
23.10 cu ft.

This level of versatility, unparalleled in the convertible segment is enabled
by the innovative design and construction of the rollover protection bar. The
new MINI Convertible comes with a single-piece rollover protection bar behind
the rear seats that spans the entire interior width of the car, without
obstructing the driver's visibility, and moves into position automatically in
the event of a potential rollover.

The new MINI Convertible will be available in two engine variants.
The MINI Cooper Convertible will come equipped with a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder
engine featuring fully variable valve management for maximum output of 118 hp
at 6,000 rpm. The performance-oriented MINI Cooper S Convertible will be
powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with a Twin-Scroll turbocharger
and direct gasoline injection delivering 172 hp at an engine speed of
5,500 rpm.

From the start, the MINI Cooper S Convertible and the MINI Cooper Convertible
will be equipped with the six-speed manual gearbox featured as standard with
optional six-speed automatic transmission. At the same time, the new MINI
Convertible owes its nimble handling characteristics to suspension technology
that has been significantly upgraded and improved over the former model. Its
sophisticated wheel suspension, precise electromechanical power steering,
powerful brake system and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) - all standard
features - allow the MINI convertible to set a new standard for agility and
safety.