2023 MINI Electric Convertible — Cooper SE
Explore MINI Electric Convertible — Cooper SE: history, design, source-verified edition scope, specifications and credited manufacturer imagery.
The 2023 MINI Electric Convertible is a finite customer series, following a separate earlier one-off. It combines an open body with the Cooper SE electric-drive idea and an announced European production scope of 999. The 150-car UK allocation sits inside that quantity, so both inventory references are represented by this one profile.
History and programme context
The UK announcement identifies the limited European series and the UK allocation in the same release. It gives 135 kW and 184 hp as the motor reference and describes availability from April 2023. Those source-defined boundaries establish a limited customer model, distinct from a concept demonstration and from regular electric hatchback production.
Identity and specification reference
| Platform / body | F57 electric convertible |
|---|---|
| Published output | 135 kW / 184 hp |
| Announced European series | 999 |
| UK subset | 150 of the 999 |
| Availability reference | April 2023 |
Understanding the design
The vehicle is interesting as a small series that combines two familiar MINI experiences in a new configuration. The body and drivetrain each contribute to the result, while the limited programme establishes its rarity context. Discussing those layers separately helps explain the car without treating the mere combination of electricity and an open roof as proof of technical superiority.
How rarity is recorded
Announced series of 999 vehicles for Europe, including 150 allocated to the UK. MIN-178 is consolidated here as the UK subset; 999 plus 150 must not be counted as 1,149 cars.
Identification and documentation
Check original build information and market documentation for an individual car. A UK-delivered example belongs within the 150-car national allocation and within the 999-car European series at the same time. Record the same vehicle once. The importer checks both MIN-178 and MIN-179 so the allocation row cannot create a duplicate profile.
Comparisons and related profiles
Compare this customer series with earlier open MINI concepts to understand the difference between a show-car proposal and a finite retail programme. The exact engineering should remain attached to the 2023 model, with concept imagery and development history used only as clearly identified context.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a customer road-production edition?
This is limited production model. The programme or allocation reference is stated above; an independently audited survivor total is not assigned.
Are the 150 UK cars additional to the European 999?
No. They are a subset. MIN-178 is included as an alias for the allocation row, so the importer checks both references before creating a profile.
Sources and further reading
Research checked 15 October 2026. Manufacturer technical references retain their original market and programme scope.
Built in limited numbers
Announced series of 999 vehicles for Europe, including 150 allocated to the UK. MIN-178 is consolidated here as the UK subset; 999 plus 150 must not be counted as 1,149 cars.
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Specifications
Factory specifications may vary by model year, market and configuration.
Identity & production
- Official model
- MINI Electric Convertible — Cooper SE
Sources and verification
Source citations are being prepared for this profile.
