Mini Convertible Seaside Edition now in PH, retails at P3.72-million

Updated Sep 04, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

It celebrates the Convertible’s 30th anniversary.

Mini announced the arrival of the Convertible Seaside Edition in celebration of the drop top iteration’s 30th anniversary.

Mini Convertible Seaside Edition front view

The Mini Convertible Seaside Edition makes its way to the Philippines

Based on the Mini Cooper S, the Seaside Edition is limited to 10 examples only. It was unveiled at the Mini Bonifacio Global City Showroom in Taguig complemented by lively music, refreshing beverages, and a virtual golf booth.

“With more than 30 years of individual style and top-down driving fun, we are excited to celebrate the anniversary of the Mini Convertible with Seaside Edition,” said Mini Asia Head Mr. Daren Ching.

The Mini Convertible Seaside Edition is available in two exterior colors: Caribbean Aqua and Nanuq White. The side profile gets double decorative stripes from the side doors to the rear. It also features a stylized “30” (commemorating the 30th anniversary) on the front apron and floating wheel caps.

Mini Convertible Seaside Edition

Limited to 10 examples only

Inside, the door sills welcome passengers with two white stripes and Seaside emblems. The carbon black leather seats also come with “Seaside” lettering, while the dashboard boasts edition-exclusive decorative trim strips. The dash also holds the screen with the Mini operating system that supports Apple CarPlay.

Powering the vehicle is a 2.0-liter Mini TwinPower engine capable of generating 178 horsepower and 280 Nm of torque. It is coupled to a seven-speed Steptronic dual-clutch transmission (DCT). Mini claims the convertible can go from zero to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds.

The electronically-operated soft top can be opened or closed automatically at a speed of up to 30 km/h.

Two Mini Convertible Seaside Edition units

From left to right: Caribbean Aqua, Nanuq White

Keeping the drives safe are safety equipment such as collision warning and pedestrian warning systems, lane departure warning, park distance control, a rearview camera, and cruise control with braking function.

“We hope that our loyal Mini family in the Philippines will receive this limited-edition model with big love and a warm welcome,” said Mini Philippines President Willy Tee Ten.

Mini Philippines is offering the limited Convertible Seaside Edition for Php 3,720,000. It was launched alongside the Clubman Untold Edition.

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Know more about Mini Convertible 2024

Mini Convertible

The all-new MINI Convertible is designed for those looking for an iconic car with bold and outgoing features. Riding this vehicle is an experience as it effortlessly stands out on the urban or rural road especially when the top is down. Inside, it is built with contemporary detail that guarantees the safety and comfort of its passengers. MINI Philippines offers three variants: the MINI Cooper Convertible S AT, the MINI Cooper Convertible S AT Seaside Edition, and the MINI Cooper Convertible John Cooper Works AT. It is available in Midnight Black, Pepper White, Thunder Grey Moonwalk Grey, White Silver, and Melting Silver. To match its sophisticated and fun aura, British Racing Green, Caribbean Blue, Lapisluxury Blue, Electric Blue, Blazing Red, Chili Red, and Volcanic Orange are also offered.

>>> New and used Mini Convertible 2024 for sale in the Philippines

Mini Convertible Launch

The MINI Convertible was initially introduced at the Geneva International Motor Show in 2004. A year later it was released in the market and offered in three versions. In 2007, a limited edition MINI Cooper S Sidewalk Convertible was revealed at the 2007 North American International Auto Show. It was built to accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour with a maximum speed of 215 kilometers per hour.

Its second generation was launched in 2009. It was equipped with an “Openometer” that shows the amount of time the convertible top was lowered. 

In the Philippines, the current generation MINI Convertible debuted in 2018 complete with a refreshed look.

Mini Convertible Exterior

This sassy and elegant top-down measures 3,850mm long, 1,727mm wide, and 1,415mm tall. Its front flaunts the company’s distinct dark honeycomb grille enclosed in a chrome frame. It is paired with round LED headlights with dazzle-free brightness, daytime running lights, circular fog lamps, and a mighty bumper.   

Mini Convertible angular front

Its rear features a dual exhaust pipe, LED tail lights, and a bold bumper. Its top houses the acclaimed powered soft top that is guaranteed to open or close in just 18 seconds.

Mini Convertible Interior

The interior of this iconic car comes in Carbon Black but you have the option to request the color lines in Glowing Red, Malt Brown, or Satellite Grey.   It is built with an updated information and instrument cluster, a three-spoke premium steering wheel, and a contemporary console.

Mini Convertible side end

In terms of cargo loading, it offers the Easy Load function that increases the space of the luggage compartment by pushing the roof base up. It provides a 215-liter capacity when the top is closed and a 160-liter space when it is open. The rear seats can also be folded for longer items.

Technology & Safety Features

It is built with a 6.5 color screen infotainment system in the center cluster and phone integration through Bluetooth.

Mini Convertible angular rear

Safety is assured as it is fitted with a good number of airbags, Dynamic Traction Control, Park Distance Control,  Dynamic Stability Control,  Active Rollover Protection System, and a reverse camera.

Platform & Chassis

This classy, front-wheel-drive car is built using the BMW UKL2 platform with a rigid chassis body. With this, riders can expect overall protection and a smooth ride even on challenging roads.

Engine & Drivetrain

Powering this remastered icon are two engine options: a 2.0-liter four-inline engine paired with a seven-speed DCT for the standard variant that produces 192hp and a torque of 280 Nm and a 2.0-liter,  four-inline motor matched with an eight-speed sport Steptronic that generates  231hp and 320 NM.

Mini Convertible 2024 Price List

 Variants Price
MINI Cooper Convertible S AT ₱3,690,000
MINI Cooper Convertible S AT Seaside Edition ₱3,720,000
MINI Cooper Convertible John Cooper Works AT ₱4,400,000

₱ 3,350,000 - ₱ 4,300,000

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