HIGH-tech gaming is coming to the latest MINI with the installation of Mattel's AirConsole in the car's entertainment systems.

Following the success of the previous BMW integration, stationary drivers in the new MINI C can connect any passenger to UNO Car Party! via the infotainment system, using their personal devices for up to four players.

Vehicles must be in park to enable gameplay and the round central instrument with OLED display on the MINI's dash combines all vehicle information and, in addition to assistance systems for navigation and vehicle control, includes convenient operating functions for the driver and all occupants.

The petrol variant of the new MINI hatch is powered by a 156hp three-cylinder engine of which give it an acceleration time of 7.7 seconds 0 to 62mph with an official fuel return of 45.5mpg.

The MINI C is priced from £22,300 and is available in four trim levels - Essential, Classic, Favoured and JCW.

MINI says thanks to the car's OLED display and the voice-controlled MINI Intelligent Personal Assistant, occupants have more control, connectivity and personalization than ever before.

MINI Navigation helps drivers navigate through 3Dvisualization and augmented view and, in addition to current information on traffic conditions, also provides information on free parking spaces including an integrated digital payment option and much more.

The car is fitted with camera and radar-based assistance functions which increase safety and, if required, assist with steering and lane keeping. In city traffic, stop-and-go situations can be handled confidently thanks to automatic speed and distance management.