MINI Cooper Clubman At The Detroit Auto Show
Filed under: 2008 Detroit Auto Show, Auto Show Pictures, Economy Sport/GT, MINI, Wagons/Estates
Tags: Clubman, Cooper, Detroit, German
The 2008 Detroit Auto Show came just in time for MINI to show off their Clubman before it goes on sale in the US on the 19th of February. The new MINI Clubman has MINI DNA all over it but, at the same time, incorporates unique redesign. The Clubman also featured full integration for the Apple iPhone into the car’s control system. If the MINI is fitted with a navigation system, the joystick serves to conveniently control the iPhone’s telephone and audio functions.
Key design aspects to the MINI Clubman are its unprecedented split door at the rear which is made of up two door panels hinged right at the outside and opening up sideways to a wide angle and the Clubdoor that is located on the right-hand of the car and hinged at the back which offers access to the surprisingly roomy backseat.
The MINI Clubman offers new opportunities while also retaining the qualities so typical of the Brand. In particular, this means the car’s incomparably agile handling,the MINI Clubman - like all the other models in the range - guaranteeing a unique standard of driving pleasure based, first, on suspension technology unusually demanding in the small car segment and, second, on the car’s truly powerful, high-torque but exceptionally efficient power units.
The MINI Cooper Clubman is powered by a 1.6L four-cylinder, 120 horsepower engine. 0-62 is just shy of 10 seconds, squeaking by at 9.8, but makes up for the sluggish start with fantastic average fuel consumption at 42.6 mpg. For a little more speed, upgrade to the MINI Cooper S Clubman and you’ll do 0-62 in 7.6 seconds with the four-cylinder 175 horsepower engine with a twin-scroll turbocharger and direct fuel injection that still gets a decent 37.2 mpg.
MINI Cooper Clubman Photos
Filed under: 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show, Auto Show Pictures, Economy Sport/GT, MINI
Tags: Clubman, Cooper, English
Check out our MINI Cooper Clubman photos from the 2007 LA Auto Show. The Clubman represents the modern successor to the legendary classics like Morris Mini Traveller, Austin Mini Countryman, and Mini Clubman Estate.
Let us know what you think about this larger version of the much-loved MINI Cooper.
Watch the video of the MINI Cooper Clubman debut.
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MINI Cooper Clubman Video
Filed under: 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show, Auto Show Videos, Economy Sport/GT, MINI, Wagons/Estates
Tags: Clubman, Cooper
The MINI Cooper Clubman and MINI Cooper S Clubman landed stateside at the 2007 LA Auto Show, a few months before its February 16th, 2008 sale date. The Clubman represents the modern successor to the legendary classics like Morris Mini Traveller, Austin Mini Countryman, and Mini Clubman Estate. Watch our video of the Cooper Clubman and let us know what you think about this larger version of the much-loved MINI Cooper.
You can also watch the MINI Cooper Clubman Video on YouTube.
To discuss MINI vehicles, visit our MINI Forums.
MINI Cooper Clubman: “The Other MINI” At The LA Auto Show
Filed under: 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show, Auto Show Pictures, Coupes, Economy Sport/GT, MINI, Wagons/Estates
Tags: Cooper Clubman
All-new to the MINI family is the Clubman, which made its US debut at the 2007 Los Angeles International Auto Show. The Clubman represents the modern successor to the legendary classics Morris Mini Traveller, Austin Mini Countryman, and Mini Clubman Estate. The MINI Cooper Clubman and MINI Cooper S Clubman will go on sale February 16th, 2008.
Video: 2007 MINI Cooper S Sidewalk debuts at NAIAS
Filed under: Auto Show Videos, Convertibles, Detroit Auto Show, Economy Sport/GT, MINI
MINI debuted the new 2007 MINI Cooper S Sidewalk. The new MINI has been completely redesigned but the classic MINI design remains intact. MINI has chose to coin a new phrase for a convertible. Rather than going with Cabriolet, Convertible, Drop-top, etc… they’re calling their rag-top the Sidewalk.
Watch the video of the debut of the all new 2007 MINI Cooper Sidewalk:
Video: MINI Unveils New 2007 MINI Cooper S at NAIAS
Filed under: Auto Show Videos, Detroit Auto Show, Economy Sport/GT, Hatchbacks, MINI
MINI unveiled the all new second generation MINI. Visually the cars haven’t changed that much but in fact there are numerous design enhancements. A wide range of engine, transmission, chassis and steering innovations give the all-new MINI an impressive level of sportiness and agility.
Boasting brand-new, aluminum-alloy four-cylinder engines with increased power and performance, the new MINI hardtops make a strong statement as they enter the North American market. The 1.6-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine in the MINI Cooper develops a maximum of 118 horsepower and 114 foot-pounds of torque at 4,250 rpm. This propels the car to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 126 mph.
The new MINI Cooper S is powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that provides 172 horsepower and 177 foot-pounds of torque in a range from 1,600 to 5,000 rpm. The Cooper S reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds and has a top speed of 139 mph.
View the video of the 2007 MINI Cooper
MINI Convertible Sidewalk Makes World Debut at NAIAS
Filed under: Convertibles, Detroit Auto Show, MINI
The MINI Convertible Sidewalk will make its world debut at NAIAS 2007 while the second-generation MINI Cooper and Cooper S have their North American premiere in Detroit.
The MINI Convertible Sidewalk, available in spring, is an exclusive package on both the MINI Cooper Convertible as well as the MINI Cooper S Convertible at a cost of $4,000. For other international markets, the MINI Sidewalk Convertible will be sold as an individual model.
The Sidewalk package offers an exclusive look, featuring special light-alloy wheels, attractive interior surface trim and leather upholstery developed specifically for the package. In addition, the package comes with a host of options and equipment bundled together to offer more exclusivity, substance and value.
The Cooper Sidewalk includes 16-inch bridge spoke wheels and sport seats. The Cooper S Convertible Sidewalk includes 17-inch Night Spoke wheels and Xenon headlamps. The package for both models comes with English leather sport seats in an exclusive malt brown color and Sidewalk interior surfaces and graphics. The steering wheel comes wrapped in special Sidewalk sport leather and is integrated with multi-function controls including cruise control. Rounding out the package options are Dynamic Stability Control, Chrome Line interior trim, a center armrest and a Harmon/Kardon sound system.
MINI already has announced that its all-new second-generation MINI Cooper and Cooper S hardtops will make their North American debut at the NAIAS 2007. The new MINI Cooper and Cooper S hardtops build upon the design success of the first generation MINI models. They have been updated in a way that is evolutionary in design and revolutionary in substance. And a wide range of engine, transmission, chassis and steering innovations give the all-new MINI an impressive level of sportiness and agility.
The pair boast brand-new, aluminum-alloy four-cylinder engines with increased power and performance. The 1.6-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine in the MINI Cooper develops a maximum of 118 horsepower and 114 foot-pounds of torque. This propels the car to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 126 mph.
The new MINI Cooper S is powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that provides 172 horsepower and 177 foot-pounds of torque in a range from 1,600 to 5,000 rpm. The Cooper S reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds and has a top speed of 139 mph.
Despite their greater power and performance, the engines are even more fuel-efficient than before. Most notably the MINI Cooper with a manual transmission achieves 40 miles per gallon in highway driving according to the latest EPA testing.
The new MINI Cooper S Works GP at the race track.
Filed under: Economy Sport/GT, MINI, Road Tests
When MINI asked us if we wanted to flog one of the 451 U.S.-bound MINI Cooper S Works GP models around Willow Springs raceway in California, who were we to refuse?
This new limited edition car is the ultimate factory tuner model of the MINI. The 2006 MINI GP has been produced in a very limited run of 2000 worldwide, with barely 20 percent of those making it to U.S. shores.
We drove #238. Like all MINI GPs, ours featured the changes that make this a unique performer. Not only does the car have a supercharged engine producing 214 horsepower, helped by a smaller ratio pulley than the standard MINI Cooper S, optimization of the engine computer, and a factory free-flow exhaust, but the back seat has been removed and other weight-reducing measures have been taken including aluminum rear control arms and removal of sound-deadening options. There is even an air conditioning delete option, showing just how seriously MINI is at attracting true performance enthusiasts.
MINI didn’t stop at adding power and reducing weight, however. The car also has the full John Cooper Works brake system and tuned suspension. This makes the car not only quick, but very nimble and capable on the track, while still remaining streetable.
With 214 horsepower, a 0-60 mph time of 6 and change, and a top speed of over 140 mph, this limited edition bumps just north of $30,000, but there is little else on the market at that price range that combines the performance, handling, and pure driving fun of the MINI Cooper S Works GP.
Watch and listen as we take the MINI GP through its paces on the track. We’re still smiling.
