<p>Mini is an iconic British small car brand, and has seen wide spread success. Mini is a car name which was introduced in the market by British Motor Corporation in 1960&rsquo;s. The layout of Mini influenced lot of newer generation cars. Over its lifespan, Mini saw many variants which include an estate version and even a Jeep-like offroading car. Mini was also known as Austin Mini and later on, as Rover Mini.&nbsp;In 2004, when BMW sold Rover Group, it retained rights to Mini brand name and all current Mini products are a part of BMW group. Since 2000, Mini has moved from an economy car to a more premium, cult car status. Sportier version of Mini are called Mini Cooper. USA is now Mini&rsquo;s largest market. Global offering include Mini 2-door, 4-door, Countryman, Clubman, Convertible, Paceman and John Cooper works. Cooper series name is derived after race driver John Cooper.&nbsp;Indian operations have Mini 3-door, 5-door, Convertible and Countryman on sale in India. As the cars are imported to India, the prices are in luxury car market range and hence the premium market position. &nbsp;</p>
