BMW unveiled the third generation Mini in Oxford last Tuesday, shortly before the car broke cover at the Tokyo motor show and then appeared on the other side of the world at the LA motor show. It should arrive in SA next autumn.
The new three-door hatchback has – you guessed it – evolutionary styling, increased dimensions, new technology, a new platform and a range of new three-cylinder engines also to be used in BMW models.
Completely new from the group up, the new Mini is longer, wider and taller with wheelbase up by 42mm, track increased by 42mm at the front and 34mm at the rear for improved cabin and boot space, even if that all flies in the face of the brand’s promise of being small.
The all-new all-turbocharged engine line-up includes a new 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol in the Cooper, a 1.5-liter three-pot diesel in Cooper D and a 2-liter petrol four in Cooper S, each with stop-start system and Euro 6 emission regulations. Power and torque happen lower in the rev range with 27% better fuel efficiency.
Three new transmissions include the standard six-speed manual with rev-matching system for downshifts, while a six-speed automatic is optional on all models. A sports auto is also optional offers shorter shift times.
Mini is yet to confirm other engines, but lower-powered triples in the One and One D are likely to follow later in 2014, as well as a higher-powered diesel for the Cooper SD and a more potent version of the Cooper.
Specifications and Features
Exterior Measurements Width: 1683mm Length: 3723mm Height: 1407mm Overview Fuel type: Petrol Mileage (Highway): 15.6 kmpl Mileage (City): 10.3 kmpl Fuel tank capacity: 40 liters Seating capacity: 5 Transmission type: Automatic Engine Displacement (cc): 1598 Engine & Performance Engine description: 1.6-litre 120.7bhp Petrol Engine Maximum power: 120.7bhp@6000rpm Maximum torque: 160 Nm@4250 rpm No. of cylinders: 4 Valves per cylinder: 2 Comfort & Convenience Power steering Power Windows-Front Power Windows-Rear Remote Trunk Opener Low Fuel Warning Light Parking Sensors Interior features Air Conditioner Heater Digital Odometer Digital Clock Leather Steering Wheel Fabric Upholstery Tachometer Adjustable Steering Column Exterior features Fog Lights – Front Fog Lights – Rear Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Rear Window Defogger Alloy Wheels Sun Roof Entertainment CD Player FM/AM/Radio Speakers Front Speakers Rear Safety features Anti-Lock Braking System Brake Assist Central Locking Power Door Locks Child Safety Locks Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Side Airbag-Front Side Airbag-Rear Rear Seat Belts Adjustable Seats Engine Immobilizer Crash Sensor Engine Check Warning Exterior Measurements Width: 1683mm Length: 3714mm Height: 1407mm Ground clearance Overview Fuel type: Petrol Mileage (Highway): 13.6 kmpl Mileage (City): 9.3 kmpl Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres Seating capacity: 4 Transmission type: Automatic Engine Displacement (cc): 1598 Engine & Performance Engine description: 1.6-litre 181bhp Petrol Engine Maximum power: 181bhp@5500rpm Maximum torque: 240Nm@1600-5000rpm No. of cylinders: 4 Valves per cylinder: 2 Comfort & Convenience Power steering Power Windows-Front Remote Trunk Opener Low Fuel Warning Light Parking Sensors Interior features Air Conditioner Heater Digital Odometer Digital Clock Leather Steering Wheel Leather Seats Tachometer Adjustable Steering Column Exterior features Fog Lights – Front Fog Lights – Rear Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Rain Sensing Wiper Rear Window Defogger Alloy Wheels Power Antenna Entertainment CD Player FM/AM/Radio Speakers Front Speakers Rear Safety features Anti-Lock Braking System Brake Assist Central Locking Power Door Locks Child Safety Locks Driver Airbag Passenger Airbag Side Airbag-Front Side Airbag-Rear Rear Seat Belts Adjustable Seats Engine Immobilizer Crash Sensor Engine Check Warning |
