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Introduction
The Mini Cooper S is the eventual, iconic realization of fast and fun heritage with real hatchback performance. With the 2024 model, Mini goes all out with bold new takes on things —prices juice up, tech flow in and innards add weight—still preserving those essential ovals that are a hallmark of jug shape physics.
2024 Mini Cooper S: Recreating the tradition
The 2024 Mini Cooper S is the last petrol-powered model from the generation of Mini cars. Mini enthusiasts have waited impatiently for this upgrade and it does not disappoint in terms of power, technology or design. It’s a swansong petrol model of considerable nostalgia and technical virtuosity to the hard-core acolyte.
Exterior Design and Styling
Headlights and rear tail-lamps
Chief among these is the new animated Union Jack design of a setof refreshed triangular tail-lamps. They contain custom lighting elements including LEDs that can be programmed to animate and, at just 770 microns thick, are said by Mini’s director of exterior design Christoper Weil not to add any significant weight compared with traditional solutions. Also updated are the classic round headlights, now bezel-less and customizable animations.
Grille and Trim Details
An additional trim has been added between the headlamps, while much of the chrome found on last year’s model is gone in favor of a glossy black finish that accentuates some of the Elantra GT Sport’s sportier features. All of which is framed by a gloss black grille, mirrors (limited), roof and tailgate¬–along with cladding around the wheel arches to lend it some toughness.
Wheels and Tires
New standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels and run-flat tires on the Mini Cooper S for 2024, helping to give it a sporty yet versatile ride.
Sunny Side Yellow: No mention of the available color options
And the Mini Cooper S certainly stands out from a crowd now: this colour, called Sunny Side Yellow, is attention-grabbing wherever it goes. The bright color looks sharp on the car’s iconic design, and is likely to be a hit with Mini fans.
Minimalistic Interior features and Design
Replacement of Car Instrument Cluster
The traditional instrument cluster has been dumped in favour of a minimalist 9.4-inch OLED touchscreen. This clever display does double duty as the infotainment screen and instrument panel, giving you vital real-time info relevant to your driving mode of choice.
Steering, Dashboard aesthetics
The two-spoke steering wheel incorporates an interesting job of the fabric tensioner piece, that acts as a third spoke and gives quirky yet sophisticated character to the design. The steering is also nice to look at, but the rim itself is actually fairly thick – as can be seen from many M Sport BMW models
Technology and Infotainment
OLED Touchscreen Display
Main 9.4-inch OLED Display for Car Infotainment The new gauge cluster is more functional too, with high-resolution visuals and since it’s also touch-sensitive you can perform controls for most of the vehicles functions from here–even if we found its complex menu structure took some time to get used.
Features of a Classic Pack (optional)
The Classic Pack that retails for INR 5.85 lakh includes premium equipment such as a Harman Kardon audio system, head-up display available and an in-car camera assist passengers to capture moments during the journey.
Seating and Comfort
Front Seats Adjustability
Specially designed seats ensure a comfortable and supportive ride for front passengers in tight corners. Aside from electric adjustment (as part of an optional Classic Pack), the seats are manually adjustable.
Rear Seat Space and Sunroof
Surprisingly, given its pint-size dimensions, two full-sized adults can sit in the rear for shorter journeys. The addition of dual-pane sunroof further boosts the sense of space; it feels genuinely spacious inside.
Standard and Optional Features ·
The Mini Cooper S even has climate control, LED lights and a color HUD (head-up display),an inlay rear view camera as well as wireless charging with ambient lighting; trio of sporty dials including tailo- all grippy fabrics can be easily connected. A special touch is added to the luxury interior elements with the additional Classic Pack.
Powertrain and Performance
Engine and Power Output
Powering the 2024 Cooper S is the samemotoras before, a turbo-petrol two-litre four-cylinder now givingkW andNm. As expected, that level of additional oomph (up to 189 horsepower and torque upped by about 20 lb-ft) only serves to make the Cooper S a more entertaining steer.
Exhaust System
The sound from the exhaust system offer a raspy tone that only compliments an enjoyable sounding vehicle. A bit of sound is piped in the cabin, to further increase some level of driving excitement.
Drive Modes and The Drive Experience
The Cooper S has three main drive modes: Core, Go-Kart, Efficient. In the center mode, called efficient natch’, fuel economy is the priority; in core it’s balanced for performance and efficiency — with that throttle becoming smidge too touchy-feely around town even if you should you dial abyss to-saving intent-induced Go-Kart a 10-second countdown response sharpening make car feel box-like mini go-kart.
Transmission and Control
The 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission changes its behavior depending on the mode you’ve selected, with low-rpm upshifts for fuel savings or high-rev holding in performance driving. The downside for enthusiasts is that there are no paddle shifters, or even a Tiptronic function; everything about the RAV4 Hybrid’s operation and drivetrain tuning screams efficiency over sportiness.
Ride and Handling
Braking System
Braking is good, pulling the car up from 80 kph in about 25.76 meters. The feel you get is a great initial bite and then good progression to stopping.
Suspension
The Cooper S rode tout on well-paved roads and deliver a pleasurably smooth drive. The problem is … that same taut suspension doesn’t swallow uneven pavement with enough grace to keep you comfortable over particularly craggy stretches of road.
Pricing and Value for Money
The Mini Cooper S is the final petrol-powered Mini that gets a tag of premium with an ex-showroom price of Rs 44.90 lakh for its high-end performance capabilities. The cost is justified since it occupies an unusual position in the Mini range and includes very high-tech features.
Conclusion
The 2024 Mini Cooper S is still one of our favorite small sports cars. A fitting send-off for the Mini in this petrol-powered generation; it offers strong power, sharp handling and some serious tech. The unique styling, updated powertrain and overall excitement drive modes make this Mini Cooper S a keeper for sure. This might be your last chance to buy a sensible, combustion-powered Mini Cooper S if you want something that is visually and dynamically true to the car’s iconic past.
FAQs
Is this the last petrol 2024 Mini Cooper S?
This is the last petrol Mini before its moves all-electric, remember?
How do the Mini Cooper S handle uneven terrain?
The stiff suspension does have a tendency to get uncomfortable on rough roads, but it is good when driven around smooth well-paved roads.
Classic Pack Highlights — Also, what makes the Classic Pack unique?
Premium features including a Harman Kardon sound system, head-up display and an interior camera for capturing in-car moments are added with the Classic Pack.
Is there a manual option?
The 2024 Mini Cooper S, not at all; it arrives with an automatic transmission and no manual control methods as paddle shifters.
2024 Mini Cooper S Price?
India-Price range approximates: Rs 44.90 lakhs (ex-showroom, India)
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