World Premiere: MINI Vision NEXT 100

MINI launches its answer to the demand for increased digitization and connectivity in our fast changing times. Their latest concept, the MINI Vision NEXT 100, is a peek at how MINI envisions the future and boy, does it look very promising.

The MINI Vision NEXT 100 is a concept that can change the way we look at urban mobility. Senior Vice President of BMW Group Design, Adrian van Hooydonk, says: “MINI looks to offer smart and bespoke mobility in cities that engages all the senses. And in the future, you might not actually have to own a vehicle to enjoy the benefits.”

The team challenged themselves to develop a car that could actually adapt to the tastes and preferences for many different users. The blank slate started evolving into this car with an artificial intelligence that greets the driver upon seeing him/her.

Staying true to the motto that “Every MINI is their MINI”, they had to make the interior in such a way that it becomes a centrally-positioned circular instrument, and they call this the “Cooperizer”. It changes color like a kaleidoscope, as the multi-faceted digital intelligence selects different personality, entertainment, communications and autonomous settings for the driver. If the driver wants, they can change the Cooperizer’s settings and decision-making as its rotary controller allows for changes in ambiance and driving modes. So whether driving themselves or allowing the car to drive autonomously, the driver can adjust the car’s settings and personality. It has a function called “Inspire Me” which downloads digital information from the driver’s smart phone or other smart devices when pressed. Autonomous driving is also an integral part of the car.

This MINI is still fun to drive. The uncluttered dash and cockpit give the driver an incredibly view outward and the glass front end gives the driver an easy view of the actual road ahead. Augmented reality displays will show the navigation route and even driving lines on the windscreen if so desired, giving the driver a heightened sensation of driving. Almost like a video game. They also increased the size to ensure that people will have enough space.

Other details include being made from sustainable materials, “Ombro Cinema” effect wheels, and a car sharing experience like no other. This is the future of MINI.