Mini car parts are used to create the manufacturer’s "sophisticated chassis" in the new model, it has been claimed.

The company announced the details of its Mini First today (July 17th), which will have a "frugal" 1.4-litre engine, front and rear suspension systems, a six-speed gearbox and Dynamic Stability Control.

In addition, auto start-stop technology will come as standard.

There are three packages of extras drivers can choose to personalise their Mini First, the marque said.

The Design trim will mean the vehicle comes with heated mirrors, windscreen washer jets, a three-spoke leather steering wheel, mirror caps in the body colour and chrome lines in the interior and exterior.

Salt is the cheapest and brings floor mats, front fog lights, height-adjustable seats, an on-board computer and interior lights to the car.

Tech is the highest-priced and adds a Radio Boost CS, basic Bluetooth package and passenger airbag deactivation switch to the Design trim.

Earlier this year, Mini revealed a special-edition version of the One, Cooper and Cooper D models – the Graphite.

This included dark silver metallic paint, 15-inch alloys and black bonnet stripes, among other features.

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