- Looks like: A sportier Mini convertible
- Defining characteristics: No rear seats
- Ridiculous features: Bentley-esque backside
- Chance of being mass-produced: 100%
BMW has already confirmed that this Roadster concept and the Mini Coupe concept we showed you a few weeks ago will go into production in the near future. We�ll guess that the finished products won�t look radically different from the concepts that are sitting underneath the auto show�s lights.
You might be asking � like we are � why on earth does Mini need slightly smaller versions of the current Coopers we all know and love. The answer is not an easy one, but we�d guess these two cars are meant for driving enthusiasts who already covet the Mini�s handling and performance characteristics. These two shorter, lighter cars should be thrilling to drive.
Both will likely be powered by only the top engine in the Mini lineup, a turbocharged four-cylinder that�s good for 172 horsepower. Mini�s press release says 175 hp, so we�re not sure if the engines will get a minimal increase across the line or if it�ll strictly be for the new models.
Regardless, Mini fans will be ecstatic to have more cars to choose from. However, most car shoppers are more likely to consider the long-awaited Mini crossover. More photos of the Roadster concept are below.
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