What Changed:

The new 2014 Mini Cooper Hardtop is the first of the next generation of Minis. Compared to the prior model, the 2014 model is wider and significantly longer. A turbocharged 1.5l 3-cylinder engine is the new standard powertrain. Horsepower is rated at 134-bhp, up from 121-bhp in the prior model.

Official Word:

The new MINI Hardtop carries forward its predecessor's aspiration to remaining the leading original of the premium small car segment, underpinning its outstanding position with significant advancements in all areas relating to driving fun, quality and individual flair. The evolutionary refinement of its design signals the more mature character of the new model, reflected in a significant optimization of such aspects as space, safety, fittings, materials and finish quality as well as sportiness and ride comfort....Read.