The final MINI Clubman bid farewell with a photoshoot inside the Oxford manufacturing plant in the United Kingdom. Surrounded by its predecessors, including the iconic 1960s original, the Clubman was captured alongside the dedicated workforce responsible for its production.
Markus Gruneisl, CEO of the factories, expressed immense pride in the 18-year journey of building the MINI Clubman for customers worldwide. As the Clubman makes its exit, the focus now shifts towards welcoming new additions to the MINI family on the Oxford and Swindon production lines. This includes the introduction of a new convertible model, scheduled to begin production by the end of this year.
Since its introduction, over 1.1 million units of the Clubman have been manufactured, with production split between the Oxford and Swindon facilities. The model has been exported to more than 50 countries, including the United States, where it is currently available for purchase at a starting price of $34,050 MSRP. In its high-performance JCW (John Cooper Works) variant, the Clubman can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 kph) in just 4.6 seconds, thanks to its impressive 301-horsepower engine.
Aside from its impressive performance, the Clubman will also be remembered for its unique features. Notably, the split-opening tailgate provides access to a spacious cargo area, while the suicide-style quarter door enhances convenience for rear passengers.
The second generation of the Clubman was in production from 2015 to 2024, following the footsteps of its predecessor that was produced from 2007 to 2014. However, the Clubman name has a much longer history, dating back to the 1960s. The original Clubman was available in two body styles: a two-door sedan and a two-door estate. Manufacturing took place in England, Portugal, and New Zealand.
Following the discontinuation of the Clubman, MINI has planned for the new Countryman to take its place, alongside the upcoming Aceman model. The Aceman will be an electric vehicle equipped with a 54.2 kWh battery pack, similar to the one used in the 2025 Cooper SE JCW. With 215 horsepower (218 ps/160 kW) and 243 pound-feet (330 Nm) of torque from its electric motor, the hatch can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (100 kph) in 6.7 seconds and offers a WLTP-rated range of 250 miles (402 km). Further details about the Aceman’s specifications will be revealed during its grand unveiling later this year.
