Mini Reveals JCW Cooper Hardtop And Convertible With No Power Increase

Just last week, Mini revealed two new electric John Cooper Works models, neither of which is confirmed for the US market. In more relevant news for American readers, the 2025 Mini John Cooper Works Hardtop and 2025 Mini JCW Convertible models have just been announced, and they will arrive stateside with gasoline engines under the hood. If you want an electric JCW, you will need to move abroad (at least for now).

The two-door JCW models are powered by a TwinPower Turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which delivers 228 horsepower, the same as the outgoing models. While the lack of a power bump is slightly disappointing, the updated engine now delivers 280 lb-ft of torque, a substantial increase of 45 lb-ft. Power still goes out to the front wheels only, but the JCW variants now use a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission rather than an eight-speed torque converter automatic.

Similar Performance

The current Mini Cooper Hardtop and Convertible models are heavier than their previous generation predecessors, weighing over 3,000 pounds (in Cooper S Hardtop form). We assume the JCW models will face a similar weight gain, but Mini has not quoted curb weight figures yet. Though torque has been increased significantly, it appears the extra heft hasn’t made the new JCW variants any quicker.

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You can expect the JCW Coupe to hit 60 mph in 5.9 seconds, matching what the old model would do with an automatic transmission (the manual took 6.3 seconds). This is a bit quicker than the Cooper S, which does the sprint in 6.3 seconds. As for the JCW Convertible, it can reach 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, a tenth of a second quicker than the previous model. Mini says the fixed roof model will top out at 155 mph, while the Convertible is limited to 152 mph. Unlike the Cooper S models, the JCWs will be equipped with paddle shifters to take full control of the transmission.

JCW Spiciness

You can spot a JCW-tuned Mini via its large octagonal grill with additional air inlets that feature red reflectors and a specific LED lighting signature. Hardtop customers can opt for a contrasting roof in Chili red or Jet Black, and the Convertible is available in black or gray with a Union Jack pattern. Mini says the roof retracts in just 18 seconds at speeds of up to 18.6 mph, and it can be opened partially like a big sunroof. 17- and 18-inch wheels are exclusive to the JCW models, as is a central tailpipe in the back.

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Like the JCW Countryman, the two-door models boast a red and black interior color scheme. The seats are wrapped in synthetic leather with knitted fabric on the shoulder areas. A 9.4-inch circular touchscreen sits on the dash, and can display the gauges or infotainment.

Pricing starts at $38,200 (plus $995 destination and handling) for the JCW Hardtop or $43,700 for the Convertible. Both models will enter production in November and are expected to hit dealers in January 2025.