Kamal Ghorui
Mini India today launched the new Mini Cooper S Victory edition in the Indian market. The sporty hatchback is priced at Rs 57.5 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be brought to India via the CBU route. The car will be available in limited units; interested customers can book it exclusively at their nearest Mini dealerships. Deliveries will commence immediately. The model is offered with a two-year unlimited kilometre warranty and roadside assistance, along with optional service and warranty extensions. Financing options are available through BMW India Financial Services.
The MINI Cooper S Victory Edition is a limited-run model inspired by the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally-winning Mini Cooper S driven by Timo Mäkinen and Paul Easter, with only a few units allocated for India. It is finished in Chilli Red with a white stripe running across the bonnet, roof and rear, along with ‘52’ side graphics and a ‘1965’ badge on the C-pillar. The car also features a black panoramic roof, 18-inch JCW Lap Spoke two-tone alloy wheels and LED lighting with selectable signature modes and animated elements.
Inside, the cabin adopts a minimal layout with a focus on digital controls and recycled materials. It gets JCW sport seats with Vescin Black upholstery, a JCW steering wheel with paddle shifters and ‘1965’ detailing. The dashboard and door panels use textile surfaces, with ambient lighting and projection elements. The car is equipped with a circular OLED touchscreen running MINI Operating System 9, along with voice control, a head-up display, Harman Kardon audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation, remote services and a digital key.
Power comes from a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 204hp and 300Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. It can accelerate from 0-100kph in 6.6 seconds and has a top speed of 242kph. It also gets adaptive suspension and JCW sport brakes. Other features include multiple drive modes, a toggle-based control interface, wireless charging and systems such as cruise control and parking assist. Safety equipment includes airbags, ABS, dynamic stability control and a rear-view camera.
