If you are firmly convinced that bigger and better is always better, Mini BMW exaggerates in the exhaust game. John Cooper and Cabrio’s new assembly line have a centrally mounted exhaust tip that is larger than anything you can find with an M-output or even a full M-car. This unexpected detail was unveiled by Mini design Holger Hampf. Previously, he headed BMW Group Designworks and has been in its current role since October 1, 2024.
In an interview with BMWblog At Auto Shanghai 2025, Hampf informed us that most design discussions focused on the rear end of the car. The back of the F66 and F67 changed best compared to the outgoing generation. He admitted that some enthusiasts miss the old dual-exHAUST setup. In addition, he found a broader trend in the industry: the return of the visible exhaust peaks. For example, BMW Quad pipes also adjust to M performance models that are as small as the M135 and X1 M35i.
As reported about a month ago, the latest petrol -jcW models still have a dual emissions system. Another individual tip is hidden under the rear bumper. However, it only becomes active when the engine turns over 3,000 rpm or when it is cold. This secondary tube is automatically integrated and cannot be triggered manually. From our test drive it turned out of the cabin out of the cabin.
There is good news for fans of minis of combustion companies: the brand based in Oxford has reduced its plan to become fully electrical by the end of the decade. This means that ice force lives on in the 2030s, although the duration remains unclear. Logically, the transition to a fully electrical line -up will gradually take place and will probably begin in markets with the strictest emission standards. We are primarily talking about the 27 countries from which the European Union consists.
In the meantime, there are still many ways to enjoy a gas -powered mini with a BMW B38 or B48 under the bonnet. You can also get a B47 diesel in Countryman D. Just do not expect a trading gear, since the switch change unfortunately does not celebrate a comeback.
