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Mini Cabrio

Years2004–2024
Generations7
Total variants128
Body stylesConvertible
PlatformBMW UKL · BMW UKL1
DesignerFrank Stephenson · Marcus Syring · Stefan Göppel · Thomas Sycha
AssemblyUnited Kingdom: Cowley, Oxfordshire · Netherlands: Born · China: Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu
PredecessorMini
Also known asCooper (2001–) · Hardtop (2001–2024) · Hatch (2001–2024) · John Cooper Works (2008–2024) · One (2001–2022)

The Mini Cabrio is a convertible model, produced 2004–2024, spanning 7 generations with 128 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Cabrio Electric (2023-2024), Cabrio (2021-2024), Cabrio (2018-2021) and Cabrio (2016-2018). The Cabrio (2010-2016) generation is the most extensively documented, with 44 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

Generations · 7

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Mini Cabrio have?

The Mini Cabrio has 7 generations with 128 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Mini Cabrio produced?

The Mini Cabrio has been produced 2004–2024. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Mini Cabrio?

The Mini Cabrio is available as Convertible. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

F57 LCI 2Platform · 1 body variant
F57 LCIPlatform · 1 body variant
F57Platform · 1 body variant
R57 LCIPlatform · 1 body variant
R57Platform · 1 body variant
R52Platform · 1 body variant
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What would this actually cost you?

37,198Estimated total · €7,440 per year
  • Depreciation27,828
  • Fuel / energy3,870
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance1,750
  • Road tax0

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

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Regional names · 5

Mini Cabrio: names by market

This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.

  • Cooper
    2001–present
  • Hardtop
    2001–2024
  • Hatch
    2001–2024
  • John Cooper Works
    2008–2024
  • One
    2001–2022
Across · Convertible

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPriceScore
Cabrio (2004-2009)2004–2009128 hp9.8 s18€24k–€42k★ 2.7
Cabrio (2009-2010)2009–2010139 hp9.7 s28€23k–€44k★ 3.8
Cabrio (2010-2016)2010–2016136 hp9.8 s44€23k–€48k★ 3.8
Cabrio (2016-2018)2016–2018157 hp8.5 s11€26k–€48k★ 4.1
Cabrio (2018-2021)2018–2021165 hp8.2 s13€30k–€52k★ 4.1
Cabrio (2021-2024)2021–2024158 hp8.2 s13€31k–€60k★ 3.7
Cabrio Electric (2023-2024)2023–2024184 hp8.2 s1€62k★ 2.3