In the case of the Mini Cooper, the gas engine is for those who "appreciate the traditional performance and characteristic sound of a combustion engine," says Stefanie Wurst, Head of MINI.

Folks who want to avoid any EV-induced range anxiety can opt for the new gas-powered variant, which today has been revealed with a mightier engine. The Mini Cooper Hardtop will be sold in the U.S ...

When Mini’s core model arrives on U.S. shores in the spring, there will be a gas engine under its hood. Related: All-Electric 2025 Mini Cooper Hardtop and Countryman Revealed Minimalist exterior ...