Mini Cooper S

The 2021 Mini Hatch and Mini Convertible have been revealed, ahead of an Australian launch in the second half of 2021. The second major facelift for the Mini 3-Door Hatch, 5-Door Hatch and Convertible since their introduction in 2014 – following a mid-life 'LCI' update in 2018 – the 2021 updates implement a variety of tweaks inside, out and under the skin.

The facelifted 2021 Mini Cooper S has been photographed driving on the streets of Holland ahead of its official unveiling. These grainy spy pics, posted by CocheSpias, show a darker, more aggressive, simplified front end for Mini's hot hatch. In a departure for the Cooper S, all exterior chrome accents have been replaced by bold gloss black finishes, while the headlights also look to be tinted. Meanwhile, fog lights are no longer integrated into the front bumper.

Mini UK has announced a revised model structure across all its ranges, with each line available in three new 'styles' – Classic, Sport and Exclusive. Designed to streamline the specification process and make it easier for customers to choose their car, the company claims the new model structure will allow buyers to create their vehicle using five steps.

Welcome to CarAdvice, home for all your Royal Wedding coverage... Not really, but here's one part of the occasion we will write about. Mini has created a special one-off Cooper S to celebrate Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's impending nuptials, set to be auctioned for The Children's HIV Association (CHIVA) after the hotly-anticipated wedding.