MINI announces 2024 lineup: more manuals, more options, more fun

The manual transmission was once dead, but Mini will offer seven different models with a manual in 2024

By Joel Patel Published February 22, 2023

Not too long ago, we thought BMW Mini was officially done with the manual transmission. Supply chain issues during the COVID-19 pandemic meant that Mini wasn’t able to offer a vehicle with a manual gearbox in the U.S. Then, Mini brought the manual back in three models in October 2022 and announced a new driving school to teach people how to drive a car with a manual transmission. Mini just announced changes to its 2024 lineup, and the automaker will have seven models that are available with a six-speed manual soon. In other words, Mini’s bringing fun back.

Sticking with the news on the availability of a manual transmission, the seven models that will be available with a six-speed gearbox include: Cooper 2-Door Hardtop, Cooper S 2-Door Hardtop, John Cooper Works 2-Door Hardtop, Cooper Convertible, Cooper S convertible, Cooper 4-Door Hardtop, and Cooper S 4-Door Hardtop. Production of these manual-equipped Minis will begin on March 1.

1 of 3

2024 Mini Cooper Family parked outside in a line in front of an old British building with clouds in the back. — Mini

2024 Mini Cooper Family parked in front of a white screen in a studio. — Mini

2024 Mini Cooper Family manual transmission close up with brown leather seats in the back. — Mini

Another noteworthy update for the Mini brands family for 2024 is the return of the entry-level Classic Trim for the Clubman and Countryman Hardtop models. Mini will also continue to offer the Untamed, Untold, and Resolute special edition models that launched last March and received some updates last November. Apparently, these special edition models are returning because of popular demand.

Recommended Videos

Mini has made some other changes to the Cooper family that are trim dependent. Like the Cooper SE is available with a new upholstery upgrade, Classic trims are available in Chili Red, Midnight Black II, or Nanuq White, and the Signature trim comes with navigation as standard.

For 2024, the base Mini Cooper 2-Door Hardtop will start at $26,795 (including destination) and go up to $51,095 for the John Cooper Works Countryman All4. With Mini expanding the availability of the manual transmission for the Cooper family and 2024 rumored to be the last year for the Clubman, we recommend getting a Mini sooner than later before changes occur within BMW USA.

Former Freelance Writer

Joel Patel is a former contributor for The Manual. His work has also been featured on Autoweek, Digital Trends, Autoblog…

Topics

Auto News

Auto

The 2026 Lexus ES will be bigger and offer hybrid and EV options

The 2026 Lexus ES offers more room in a hybrid or EV configuration

the 2026 lexus es will be bigger and offer hybrid ev options es500e luxury 02 1500x1000

Toyota made a big splash when it first revamped its iconic 4Runner, and then the popular Camry sedan for the 2025 model year, updating its look and adding a standard hybrid powertrain. With all that change, it was only a matter of time before its sibling, the Lexus ES, got an upgrade too. The 2026 Lexus ES was just revealed at the Shanghai Auto Show, and it's taking a huge step forward with its sharp new design and options for both hybrid and fully electric powertrains.

The previous ES model had its share of facelifts, but it was feeling a bit outdated. Since it was introduced way back in 2018, it was definitely time for a full redesign. Luckily, the wait is finally over. The new 2026 ES brings a ton of improvements, both inside and out.

Auto

Ford recalls more than 120,000 trucks and SUVs due to brake problems

Ford recalls due to brake issues

Following up on 2024, which saw it rank number two in the total number of vehicles recalled, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford is beginning the first quarter of 2025 on its way to another high mark year. This time around, three separate vehicles are being recalled, totalling 123,611 in all.
The Problem
Ford Motor Company is recalling some 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. There’s a potential problem with the brake master cylinder that might let brake fluid leak into the brake booster. This can lead to reduced braking ability and a longer stopping distance, which increases the risk of an accident.
The Solution
If your vehicle is affected, you’ll need to take it to an authorized Ford dealer. They’ll replace the brake master cylinder for free. If the master cylinder is leaking, they will also replace the brake booster at no additional charge. You can expect to receive a notification letter regarding this on April 28, 2025. If you have any questions or need help before then, reach out to Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. The recall reference number is 25S37, which expands on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's recall number 22V-150.
Additional Notes
If you need more info or want to report any safety issues, you can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or check out their website at www.safercar.gov.

The affected makes, models, and years of the vehicles involved in this particular recall are as follows:

Auto

The Porsche 911 just became the fastest manual transmission car in history

GT3 Porsche 911 is the fastest stick shift car in the world

the porsche 911 just became fastest manual transmission car in history gt3 3

A Porsche 911 GT3 with the Weissach Package just smashed the record for the fastest lap by a manual transmission production car at the famous Nürburgring in Germany. The GT3 sits atop one of the most prestigious bloodlines in all of the autoverse, and is heralded for being one of the last supercars equipped with a tried-and-true manual transmission. This top-tier 911 just ripped around the 12.94-mile 'Ring in a record-shattering 6 minutes and 56.294 seconds.

This record run happened on a gorgeous, sunny day with perfect weather—54 degrees in the air and 80 degrees on the asphalt. Those conditions were ideal for getting great grip on the tricky track. Porsche made some solid upgrades to the car’s chassis, which helped it handle curbs and bumps much better. They also tweaked the gear ratios to be shorter, so it could send power to the rear axle quicker, boosting acceleration out of corners.