The new MINI Seaside Edition has been introduced in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the MINI Convertible, the sporty open-top four-seater. The Seaside Edition features exclusive design and equipment options and is available in two body colors: Caribbean Aqua and Nanuq White.
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The MINI Seaside Edition is a tribute to a long top-down history
The MINI Convertible is currently the only premium convertible in the small car segment, and it embodies individual open-air driving pleasure. The MINI Cooper S model features a 2.0-liter, 131 kW/178 hp 4-cylinder power unit with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology, allowing for acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.2 seconds.
The MINI Cooper model also offers a unique driving experience with its 3-cylinder petrol engine and an output of 100 kW/136 hp. The black, electrically operated soft top can be opened or closed automatically at speeds of up to 30 km/h.
The Seaside Edition of the MINI Convertible, available from February 2023, will feature edition-specific design in the exterior and interior. The exterior design includes double decorative stripes in white running from the side doors to the rear of the vehicle and a unique graphic on the front apron, featuring a stylized “30” to mark the model’s anniversary.
The Caribbean Aqua paint finish accentuates the sporty character of the open-top four-seater, while the Nanuq White finish gives it a particularly elegant appeal.
Stylish design and top tech, a trademark for the MINI Convertible
The Seaside Edition also includes exclusive design elements such as side scuttles with the edition’s discreet “Seaside” lettering, 18-inch alloy wheels in Pulse Spoke design, and wheel caps featuring the anniversary number.
The interior features Carbon Black leather seats with comfortable knee rolls and armrests in the doors, decorative trim strips on the front dashboards, and floor mats with a graphic badge. The sports leather steering wheel also features the eponymous “Seaside” lettering, and the vehicle key has an edition-specific graphic wave pattern in iridescent blue tones.
The latest generation of the MINI operating system offers optimized control of vehicle functions, audio program, communication, navigation, and apps. Additionally, newly compiled equipment packages allow for specific individual preferences to be fulfilled in terms of driver assistance and connectivity.
In summary, the MINI Convertible Seaside Edition celebrates 30 years of individual style and open-air driving fun with exclusive design and equipment features. The Caribbean Aqua and Nanuq White paint finishes, as well as the unique interior and exterior design elements, make this edition a truly special and unique version of the MINI Convertible.
MINI, a British icon gone international
Mini is a British car brand with a rich history dating back to the late 1950s. The original Mini, designed by Alec Issigonis, was first introduced to the public in 1959. Despite its small size, the Mini quickly became a cultural icon and a symbol of British ingenuity.
The Mini was designed to be a fuel-efficient and affordable option for the masses, and it quickly gained popularity among car buyers in the UK and around the world. The compact design of the Mini made it perfect for city driving, and its agile handling made it a popular choice for rally racing.
Over the years, the Mini brand has gone through several iterations and redesigns, but it has always maintained its distinctive look and feel. In 2000, the Mini brand was acquired by the BMW Group, which has continued to produce and develop new Mini models to this day.
Today, the Mini brand offers a wide range of vehicles, including the classic Mini Cooper, the sporty Mini John Cooper Works, and the spacious Mini Clubman. Each model has its own unique set of features, but all of them embody the brand’s core values of style, fun, and innovation.
In recent years, Mini has also begun to embrace electric powertrains, with the introduction of the all-electric Mini Cooper SE in 2020. This move is in line with the brand’s commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.
Throughout its history, the Mini has remained a beloved and iconic brand, capturing the hearts of car enthusiasts around the world with its unique design, performance, and character.
