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The MINI Cooper cabin has a known problem: not enough places to put a drink while you drive. The factory cup holder situation — particularly on R-Series and earlier F-Series models — is underwhelming at best.
The OMB Air Vent Cup Holder clips securely to the driver or passenger side air vent and holds bottles, cans, phones, sunglasses, or whatever else you're carrying. Third-generation design, improved fitment, better materials than the previous versions.
The holder attaches to the vent slats using a clip system designed specifically for MINI vent geometry. It doesn't wobble, doesn't rattle, and doesn't slide down when you brake.
Can be mounted on either the driver or passenger side, and removed just as quickly when you don't need it.
Matte Black ($30)Clean, minimal, OEM-adjacent. The right choice if you want the storage without drawing attention to it.
Special Edition Designs ($40)Red Arch, Black Arch, Playful Mouse, or Dragon Symbol — four themed designs for owners who like a bit of personality in the cabin.
The cup holder opening is wide enough to hold most smartphones upright — useful for navigation if your MINI doesn't have a dedicated phone mount position. If you'd rather have a dedicated mount, see the R55–R59 Dashboard Phone Mount.
Fits driver and passenger side air vents on:MINI R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61 (Gen 2, 2007–2013)MINI F55, F56, F57 (Gen 3, 2014–2024)
Not compatible with: R50, R52, R53 (Gen 1), F54 (Clubman), F60 (Countryman). The vent geometry on these models differs from the supported range.
Not sure which vent you have?MINI fitted three different vent types across these years, each using a different bracket set (all included in the box). Our step-by-step installation guide shows how to identify yours and fit it, with photos for every step.
Will this rattle while driving?No. The clip is designed for MINI vent geometry specifically and holds firmly at normal driving speeds.
Can I remove it easily?Yes. It clips on and off without tools in seconds.
Does it block the vent?The holder attaches around the vent slats — airflow is partially reduced in the mounted direction but not fully blocked.
Does it fit both driver and passenger vents?Yes. It can be installed on either side.
How do I install it?It fits with a Phillips #2 screwdriver in about ten minutes. Full instructions are in our installation guide.
What's the difference between Matte Black and the Special Edition designs?Matte Black is $30 and has a plain finish. Special Edition designs are $40 and feature themed motifs on the holder body.
Pairs well with the R55–R59 Dashboard Phone Mount and the R-Series AirPods & USB-C Charging Compartment for a more complete cabin storage setup.
MINI Cooper owners consistently identify cabin storage — particularly for drinks — as one of the few genuine daily frustrations with the car. The OMB Air Vent Cup Holder was developed over three product generations to solve this without requiring any permanent modification to the vehicle.
For owners searching for a MINI Cooper cup holder, MINI R56 drink holder, MINI F56 cup holder, MINI Cooper vent cup holder, or MINI Cooper storage upgrade, this is the direct answer.
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