Mini's new Oxford Edition, a 3‑door Cooper S, hits India at ₹55.50 lakh ex‑showroom. Buyers eye it as a limited‑run, Union Jack‑themed variant that’s ready for delivery right away, and the 204‑hp turbo gives it a punchy acceleration of 6.6 seconds to 100 km/h.
Compared to the regular Cooper S, the Oxford Edition keeps the same 2.0‑litre turbo but swaps the standard seats for JCW Sport seats and ups the wheel size to 18‑inch Slide Spoke alloys. In the crowded premium hatchback segment, it stands between the regular Cooper S and the higher‑spec Cooper S JCW, offering a distinctive look without the extra cost of a full JCW build.
The Union Jack motif runs from the roof to the boot, with a white contrast roof, red‑and‑white stripe, and a chequered racing flag badge. Inside, the theme continues with printed flag on the steering wheel, driver’s floormat, and passenger’s, while the cabin stays true to Mini’s eco‑friendly ethos with recycled knitted fabric, no chrome or leather, a 240‑mm OLED touchscreen, a HUD, Harman Kardon sound, panoramic glass roof, wireless charging and a fisheye camera.
Because the car is a CBU import, the ex‑showroom price doesn’t include road tax, TCS, RTO fees, insurance or local levies, meaning the on‑road cost will climb by a few lakhs. Dealers warn that the model is limited, so potential buyers should ask how many units are available in India and whether their city will get a slot, and also confirm warranty coverage for a CBU vehicle.
Bookings are already open at all Mini India dealerships, and deliveries can start immediately. The launch is effectively today, with a staggered rollout across metro cities, so keep an eye on your local dealer for allocation and any last‑minute price tweaks. For enthusiasts, the next step is to test drive the Oxford Edition and compare its performance and styling against the regular Cooper S and the Cooper S JCW.