Born in Crisis: Driven by the fuel crisis of the late 1950s, Sir Alec Issigonis designed the Mini for the British Motor Corporation (BMC) in 1959. Its compact size, maximising space without sacrificing style, offered a revolutionary solution for city driving. Nicknamed the "box on wheels," the Mini's cheeky grin and vibrant personality captured hearts worldwide. It comfortably seated four adults and baggage, defying expectations with its space-bending design. Beyond mere city chic, the Mini surprised with unexpected racing prowess. The MINI logo's stylised wings today represent qualities of speed, liberation, and power, a nod to its racing heritage. The Mini's history is interwoven with fuel efficiency, charm, and surprising performance and continues to be a beloved icon, evolving yet retaining its signature spirit.
Towing data
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the towing weights provided on this website are accurate, we always recommend checking the vehicle logbook (V5) for the official towing capacity. We accept no responsibility if the towing weights provided on this website are incorrect.
*Unbraked towing capacity is the maximum your vehicle can tow if the trailer you are towing has no brakes.
**Braked towing capacity is the maximum your vehicle can tow if the trailer you are towing has its own brakes. This figure is always almost higher than the unbraked amount.