MINI In Car Technology

MINI's optional infotainment system functions much like parent company BMW's iDrive, using a joystick you can bump, twist and click to navigate the non-touchscreen's menu system. Voice control is also an option, though don't expect the extensive natural speech recognition and list of commands of Ford SYNC or Toyota Entune. The sophisticated new MINI Connected platform brings the brand in line with top competitors thanks to data-connected apps like internet radio, Facebook and Twitter coming to the car's infotainment interface. Android users are out in the cold: the advanced features only work with Apple's iPhone.

Navigation/Infotainment Package Specific to Manufacturer

MINI Connected w/Nav

Car Audio

MINI offers premium audio systems from Harman/Kardon, bringing excellent sound thanks to 480 watts of power and 8 audio channels. Using the iPod Out interface, new music features become available dynamically as Apple updates the software.

• Interface: Hardware controls, toggle stick, 6.5-inch non-touchscreen, basic voice control
• Speakers: Standard systems 6 speakers, Harman/Kardon systems 10 speakers
• Available Inputs: USB/iPod, auxiliary audio 3.5-mm, Bluetooth A2DP streaming audio
• Other Features: SiriusXM satellite radio, HD radio, thousands of internet radio stations with MINI Connected and iPhone

Car Video

• Screens: N/A
• DVD/BluRay Capability: N/A
• Back-up Cameras: N/A

Car Gaming

• Video Game Consoles Supported: N/A

Computers

• Mobile/Rolling Hotspot: N/A
• Smartphone-based Data Connection: With MINI Connected

Navigation

• Official Name: MINI Connected w/Nav
• Price Range: $2,750 (includes MINI Connected and Harman/Kardon audio system)
• Interface: 6.5-inch non-touchscreen, toggle stick, basic voice control
• Features: Google Send-to-Car navigation, Google Search, real-time traffic, turn-by-turn voice directions, Facebook, Twitter, RSS feeds
• Available On: All MINI models.

Safety Technology

• Optional adaptive headlights turn with the car to illuminate corners.
• Cornering Brake Control varies brake force applied to each wheel for stability when braking while mid-corner.

Bluetooth Hands-Free

• Bluetooth wireless calling support is optional on all MINI models.