The MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) family has finally arrived in the Philippines, and it’s packing both tradition and something new. For the first time, the JCW lineup includes not just gasoline-powered models but also fully electric options, giving local fans of the British brand more ways to experience MINI’s signature performance.

Five models make up the new JCW range, consisting of the three-door MINI JCW, the MINI JCW Convertible, the larger JCW Countryman ALL4, and two all-electric newcomers — the JCW Electric and JCW Aceman. Prices start at P3.999 million for the electric three-door and go up to P4.999 million for the Countryman ALL4.

Petrol or electric, every John Cooper Works model carries the same racing DNA.

It is worth noting that the JCW name is special because of its roots in motorsport. MINI’s go-kart handling and punchy acceleration have long been its calling card. The new lineup continues that spirit.

The electric models, the JCW Electric and JCW Aceman, deliver up to 258 hp and 350 Nm of torque with an extra boost function for quick bursts of power. They can hit 100 km/h in under six seconds, with a range of 371 km and 355 km, respectively.

For those who still prefer the sound of a turbo engine, the MINI JCW and JCW Convertible both use a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo with 231 hp. The hardtop runs 0–100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, while the soft-top takes 6.4. The Convertible’s roof can fold away in 18 seconds, even while rolling at 30 km/h.

The biggest of the bunch, the JCW Countryman ALL4, has all-wheel drive and 300 hp on tap, capable of sprinting to 100 km/h in just 5.4 seconds.