The MINI Convertible

The MINI Convertible: ten years as the epitome of stylish open-top driving fun.

Summer's most seductive herald appeared just a few weeks before the start of spring. The MINI Convertible first hit the spotlight at the Geneva International Motor Show at the beginning of March 2004. For ten years now, the 4-seater open-top version of the British premium brand has been letting the sun shine in along boulevards and country roads all over the world.

From the very beginning, the MINI Convertible stood for refreshing openness, individual character and yet also a clear brand identity. Its upright windscreen ensured that the driver, front passenger and rear passengers instantly found themselves sitting in the open air as soon as the textile top was opened. Short overhangs at front and rear, large wheel arches, the height of the shoulder line and numerous hallmark brand design elements left no doubt as to the kinship of the open 4-seater model. And thanks to a precisely defined roof shape, the characteristic MINI proportions were instantly recognisable when the soft top was closed, too.

Typical MINI: characteristic proportions, clever details. 

But the MINI Convertible's distinctive charisma was by no means solely due to its design. Its premium quality - unique in the segment of small open-top cars - and its clever functionality likewise instantly enhanced its individual flair. In the very first generation of the MINI Convertible, for example, the soft top with its electrohydraulic roof mechanism could either be fully opened at the press of a button or else moved back in the front section by just 40 centimetres. Ever since then, this sliding roof function has enabled a carefully controlled supply of fresh air at speeds of up to 120 km/h.

The MINI Convertible was similarly flexible from the outset when it came to performing transportation tasks. The downward-opening luggage compartment tailgate, the Easy Load System with the upward-tilting roof frame and the foldable rear backrest all offered an unusual degree of versatility in this area.

With such a diverse array of strengths, the MINI Convertible soon became a global success. The quality and popularity of the open-top 4-seater also meant it was quick to achieve a high level of value retention. It was in 2007 that the MINI Convertible first achieved top position in the "Value Master" ranking published by the automobile magazine "Auto Bild". Since then the model has established a tradition of top placements in this ranking that is continued to this day by the current generation of the MINI Convertible.

New generation perpetuates success story.

The latest edition of the agile sun-worshipper went on the market in 2009, right on time to mark the brand's 50th anniversary. With evolutionary design advancements reflecting an even sportier style, more powerful and also more efficient engines, a more refined premium-style interior, an optimised all-round view and numerous innovative equipment features, the new MINI Convertible now perpetuates its predecessor's success story.

A single-section, almost completely invisible roll-over bar which only extends when needed combined with increased body stiffness makes for further progress in the field of safety. Its high-quality textile top features improved acoustic properties as well as an electrically heatable glass rear window. It can be opened and closed in 15 seconds at speeds of up to 30 km/h.

The Always Open Timer was introduced as a new and likewise unique function. It measures open-top driving time to the nearest minute. The sliding soft top function has been retained as has the flexible load concept. The tailgate now has inside hinges and storage volume has been increased: to between 125 and 170 litres when driving with an open top and 660 litres when the roof is closed.

The range of engines has also been significantly expanded since the change of generation. There are currently three petrol and two diesel engines available for the MINI Convertible: The program ranges from the MINI One Convertible with 72 kW/98 hp and the MINI Cooper D Convertible with 82 kW/112 hp to the MINI Cooper Convertible with 90 kW/122 hp, the MINI Cooper SD Convertible with 105 kW/143 hp and the MINI Cooper S Convertible with 135 kW/184 hp. What is more, the open-top 4-seater is also available as an extremely sporty top-class athlete. The MINI John Cooper Works Convertible generates intense enthusiasm with its 155 kW/211 hp turbo engine. All engines are combined as standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, while a 6-speed automatic transmission is available as an optional extra.

Driving fun in the open air: a speciality of the classic Mini, too. 

Even classic Mini fans were unable to resist the attraction of open-top driving in the long run. However, it took the founding father of all modern small cars at least three decades before its creative space concept eventually included unhindered access for the sun and the wind. A convertible based on the classic Mini first saw the light of day in 1991 and was the work of the German Mini dealer Lamm in Kappelrodeck. With its reinforced sills and an integrated cross-member, the quality of the car's body conversion suitably impressed those responsible at Rover headquarters in the UK. As a result, the decision was made to produce a series of 75 classic Mini Convertibles for the domestic British market.

The classic Mini Convertible was developed by Rover Special Products and Karmann (Germany) and was presented to the public for the first time at the British Motor Show in Birmingham in October 1992 before going into production at the Mini plant in Longbridge. 1,081 specimens of the open-top classic were built there up until August 1996, all of which are now highly coveted rarities. Model-specific front and rear bumpers, flared wheel arches and sill trim elements gave it an exclusive appearance which was underscored in the interior by means of trim strips and a gear lever knob made of burr walnut, a leather steering wheel and a velour carpet. The open-air version of the classic Mini came in in two paint finishes: Nightfire Red with matching red top or Caribbean Blue with a grey top. In 1995 the blue body finish was replaced by the colour British Racing Green.

The model made do with just one type of engine under the bonnet: the 63-hp 4-cylinder in the Mini Cooper ensured flair and a refreshing airflow. The convertible version of the classic Mini was fitted with a manually operated soft top while an electrical mechanism was available as an optional extra.

Open-top driving fun: an integral part of the MINI model program now for ten years, reinforced by the MINI Roadster.

After the relaunch of the brand, much less patience was required of open-air motoring fans than in the era of the classic Mini. The MINI Convertible celebrated its debut just three years after the closed 3-door model went on the market. It has now defined the culture of open-top driving in the small car segment for a decade, having become a key linchpin within the brand's model program. The great importance of open-top driving to MINI today is reflected in the fact that the elegant 4-seater has since been joined by the purist, sporty and likewise refreshingly open 2-seater. The MINI Roadster is the perfect supplement to the brand family. Featuring two seats and a manual or semi-automatic soft top, it stands for a spontaneous fresh-air experience and thereby successfully follows the path previously smoothed by the MINI Convertible as the open-top original in the premium small car segment.

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MINI Hatch Auto Express car of year

MINI HATCH IS AUTO EXPRESS CAR OF THE YEAR!

• New MINI Hatch crowned Auto Express Car of the Year for 2014
• Editor-in-Chief Steve Fowler says MINI Hatch is “a car the UK can be proud of”
• Built in Britain, loved the world over – MINI Hatch goes from strength to strength

The new MINI Hatch has been named Auto Express magazine’s Car of the Year 2014 at its annual New Car Awards.

Chris Brownridge, Director, MINI UK, collected the prestigious gong at a lavish ceremony held in London’s Grand Connaught Rooms. The prize was presented by the magazine’s Editor-in-Chief, Steve Fowler.

The new MINI Hatch rose above the crowd and saw off some incredibly strong opposition to take the top prize. As Britain’s best-selling weekly motoring magazine, Auto Express tests hundreds of new cars every year making this accolade particularly notable.

Explaining the reasons for MINI’s win, Steve Fowler said: “The MINI Hatch is the perfect Car of the Year for 2014 – it’s a small car that’s big on talent. We love the way it drives, the quality, the efficiency and the big car tech on board. It’s also built brilliantly in Britain – a car the UK can be proud of.”

Chris Brownridge added: “The new MINI Hatch has received universal acclaim since we launched it earlier this year. A great deal of work has gone in to refining performance, handling, style and quality with this all-new model and this recognition from Auto Express is testament to that effort.”

Thanking the Auto Express panel for choosing the new MINI Hatch, Brownridge continued: “This award is a real boost to all 6,000 MINI associates across Plant Hams Hall, Swindon and of course, Oxford, all of whom should be extremely proud of this achievement. They have created a car which in just a few months has captured the imagination of customers and the motor industry alike.”

Since its UK market launch in March this year, the new MINI Hatch has been a runaway success winning both critical acclaim and new customers. As of July 2014, MINI UK has the strongest forward order bank for Hatch since the brand was relaunched in 2001.

Built in Britain at MINI Plant Oxford, the new MINI Hatch has benefited from a £750 million investment across three of BMW Group’s UK manufacturing facilities. Substantial upgrades to Plant Oxford and to Plant Swindon, where most of the MINI’s body pressings and sub-assemblies are manufactured, reaffirm the UK’s position as the global manufacturing home of MINI. The Hams Hall engine plant in Birmingham is also being re-equipped.

Starting at £13,750 OTR, the new MINI Hatch is packed with new features and technology. The car is more spacious than before, finished to an even higher standard and provides the driver with a more dynamic and performance-oriented experience. New first-for-class features such as LED headlamps and Emergency Calling (E-Call), as well as a suite of advanced three and four-cylinder engines, will ensure the Hatch stays well ahead of the pack for years to come.

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The new MINI Paceman.

Fresh stimuli for the first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium compact segment; the new MINI Paceman (combined fuel consumption: 7.1 - 4.2 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions: 165 – 111 g/km) underscores its exceptional standing as a sporty, elegant individualist with fresh design details, increased driving performance figures, further optimised efficiency, innovative equipment features and refined premium characteristics in the interior; pioneering automobile concept of a compact 3-door model with coupé-like lines, unique combination of driving fun and functionality and the optional all-wheel drive system ALL4 now gains additional appeal; increased engine output in the new MINI Cooper S Paceman consolidates driving fun leadership within the segment; market launch in July 2014 also includes the launch of the new edition of the extreme athlete MINI John Cooper Works Paceman.

Extravagant and powerfully expressive body design with horizontal lines, dynamic proportions and powerfully modelled surfaces in hallmark MINI design style; clearly signals driving fun with characteristic go-kart feeling and extended versatility due to all-wheel drive system ALL4; front section with powerful presence including hexagonal radiator grill contour; long doors with frameless windows in coupé style; high-opening tailgate; roof sits virtually seamlessly on top of the car, optionally available in contrasting colour; elongated silhouette resulting from the flowing roof line and the tapering side window graphic, now additionally emphasised with the new option Piano Black Exterior; new standard and optionally available light alloy wheels with reduced weight and optimised aerodynamic properties; other optional features: tyres with reduced rolling resistance; new exterior paint finishes Jungle Green metallic and Midnight Grey metallic.

Greater accentuation of sporty flair and premium characteristics in the interior of the new MINI Paceman; road speed and engine speed display now with dark dials in the style of the MINI John Cooper Works Paceman; interior in lounge-type design with four single seats and optimised acoustic comfort; newly designed chrome applications for the ventilation controls; MINI Center Rail storage system as standard; sports seats for driver and front passenger as standard; rear backrests individually foldable; as a result, luggage compartment volume can be expanded from 330 to up to 1 080 litres.

New MINI Paceman offering further increased driving fun and optimised efficiency; selection of two petrol and two diesel engines each with four cylinders; range also includes: top athlete MINI John Cooper Works Paceman with 160 kW/218 hp 4-cylinder turbo engine; all model variants now with emission rating according to the EU6 emission standard and extended MINIMALISM technology including optimised aerodynamic properties to reduce fuel consumption and emission levels; output increased by 5 kW to 140 kW/190 hp in the MINI Cooper S Paceman; 6-speed manual transmission as standard, 6-speed automatic transmission as an option: all-wheel drive system ALL4 as standard in the MINI John Cooper Works Paceman and optional for all other models.

Unique go-kart feeling thanks to high-quality suspension technology with McPherson spring struts and forged wishbones on the front axle, multilink rear axle and electromechanical power steering including Servotronic; sports chassis as standard for all model variants; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) including Electronic Differential Lock Control standard or optional, depending on model variant.

Integrated safety concept with crash-optimised body structure; extensive standard safety features now also include tyre pressure control on each wheel and daytime driving lights; occupant protection at the same level as the MINI Countryman, which scored the top 5-star rating on the Euro NCAP crash test.

Driving fun and comfort at premium level with extensive standard trim and a wide range of customisation options; high-end selection of optional extras, including new LED fog lamps with daytime driving lights and parking lights in LED technology as well as xenon headlamps and adaptive turning light, comfort access, glass push/tilt roof, automatic air conditioning, removable tow hitch with a trailer load of up to 1 200 kilograms, MINI navigation system, Sport Button, sports leather steering wheel with shift paddles for automatic transmission, multifunction steering wheel with cruise control Harman Kardon hi-fi speaker system; model-specific John Cooper Works accessories also available.

The most progressive networking technology within the competitive field for unique in-car infotainment; MINI Connected offers extensive smartphone integration in the vehicle and unique functional diversity with ongoing expansion based on apps; current program includes functions exclusive to MINI such as Mission Control, Dynamic Music, Driving Excitement and MINIMALISM Analyser, the use of Facebook, Twitter, foursquare and Glympse, RSS news feed reception and entertainment programs such as AUPEO!, Stitcher, Deezer, Audible, Napster/Rhapsody and TuneIn.

Model variants:

MINI John Cooper Works Paceman: 

• 4-cylinderpetrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection and fully variable valve control, valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC Technology
• capacity: 1 598 cc, output: 160 kW/218 hp at 6 000 rpm, max. torque: 280 Nm at 1 900 – 5 000 rpm 
• (300 Nm at 2 100 – 4 500 rpm with overboost)
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 6.8 seconds (automatic: 6.8 seconds)
• top speed: 229 km/h (226 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 7.1 litres/100 kilometres (7.5 litres)
• CO2emissions: 165 g/km (175 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper S Paceman: 

• 4-cylinderpetrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection and fully variable valve control, valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC Technology
• capacity: 1 598 cc, output: 140 kW/190 hp at 5 500 – 6 500 rpm, max. torque: 240 Nm at 1 600 – 5 000 rpm 
• (260 Nm at 1 700 – 4 500 rpm with overboost)
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 7.4 seconds (automatic: 7.7 seconds)
• top speed: 220 km/h (216 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.0 litres/100 kilometres (6.8 litres)
• CO2emissions: 139 g/km (157 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper S Paceman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinderpetrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection and fully variable valve control, valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC Technology
• capacity: 1 598 cc, output: 140 kW/190 hp at 5 500 – 6 500 rpm, max. torque: 240 Nm at 1 600 – 5 000 rpm 
• (260 Nm at 1 700 – 4 500 rpm with overboost)
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 7.6 seconds (automatic: 8.0 seconds)
• top speed: 217 km/h (215 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.4 litres/100 kilometres (7.1 litres)
• CO2emissions: 148 g/km (165 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper Paceman: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC Technology  
• capacity: 1 598 cc, output: 90 kW/122 hp at 6 000 rpm
• max. torque: 160 Nm at 4 250 rpm
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 10.3 seconds (automatic: 11.5 seconds)
• top speed: 193 km/h (186 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 5.9 litres/100 kilometres (6.9 litres)
• CO2emissions: 137 g/km (159 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC Technology (in the MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4 with automatic transmission also: twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection)
• capacity: 1 598 cc, output: 90 kW/122 hp at 6 000 rpm
• max. torque: 160 Nm (MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4 with automatic transmission: 190 Nm at 4 250 rpm
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 11.4 seconds (automatic: 11.6 seconds)
• top speed: 188 km/h (186 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.7 litres/100 kilometres (7.0 litres)
• CO2emissions: 156 g/km (164 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper SD Paceman: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase, common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 995 cc, output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4 000 rpm 
• max. torque: 305 Nm at 1 750 – 2 700 rpm
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 9.1 seconds (automatic: 9.3 seconds)
• top speed: 202 km/h (199 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.5 litres/100 kilometres (5.7 litres)
• CO2emissions: 119 g/km (149 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper SD Paceman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase, common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 995 cc, output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4 000 rpm
• max. torque: 305 Nm at 1 750 – 2 700 rpm
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 9.2 seconds (automatic: 9.3 seconds)
• top speed: 199 km/h (197 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.8 litres/100 kilometres (5.9 litres)
• CO2emissions: 126 g/km (156 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper D Paceman: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase, common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 598 cc (MINI Cooper D Paceman with automatic transmission: 1 995 cc)
• output: 82 kW/112 hp at 4 000 rpm
• max. torque: 270 Nm at 1 750 – 2 250 rpm
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 10.8 seconds (automatic: 11.2 seconds)
• top speed: 188 km/h (183 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.2 litres/100 kilometres (5.6 litres)
• CO2emissions: 111 g/km (148 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper D Paceman ALL4:

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase, common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 598 cc (MINI Cooper D Paceman ALL4 with automatic transmission: 1 995 cc)
• output: 82 kW/112 hp at 4 000 rpm
• max. torque: 270 Nm at 1 750 – 2 250 rpm
• acceleration (0–100 km/h): 11.5 seconds (automatic: 11.8 seconds)
• top speed: 183 km/h (178 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.7 litres/100 kilometres (5.9 litres)
• CO2emissions: 123 g/km (155 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

Exterior dimensions:

• Length: 4 109 millimetres (MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman: 4 114 millimetres, MINI John Cooper Works Paceman: 4 124 millimetres)
• Width: 1 786 millimetres
• Height: 1 518 millimetres
• Wheelbase: 2 596 millimetres

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The new MINI Countryman.

New version of the first MINI with four doors, a large tailgate, five seats and optional all-wheel drive; new MINI Countryman (combined fuel consumption: 7.1- 4.2 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions: 165 - 111 g/km) hones its profile as an all-round talent for versatile mobility and an active lifestyle; fresh measures to ensure the continued  success of the premium compact model that has sold more than 350,000 units worldwide; selective design modifications; further enhanced driving performance figures; optimised fuel consumption and emissions; increased engine output in the new MINI Cooper S Countryman; market launch of all model variants including the top sports model MINI John Cooper Works Countryman in July 2014.

Striking accents underscore the distinctive interpretation of the hallmark MINI body design; clear emphasis of the specific dimensions and proportions convey variable functionality and versatile athletic flair over all terrains; characteristic hexagonal radiator grille in new design reinforces the presence of the upright front section; visual underride guard elements for the front and rear apron and side sills now standard in conjunction with the all-wheel drive system MINI ALL4 (exception: MINI John Cooper Works Countryman) and optional for all other model variants; new standard and optionally available light alloy wheels with reduced weight and optimised aerodynamics properties; tyres with reduced rolling resistance as an option; new exterior paint finishes in Jungle Green metallic, Midnight Grey metallic and Starlight Blue metallic; additional customisation options include contrasting colours for the roof and exterior mirror caps, bonnet stripes and Sport Stripes as well as Piano Black Exterior - available for MINI for the first time.

Refined details, optimised acoustic comfort and reinforced premium characteristics in the interior; dark dials for road speed and engine speed; MINI John Cooper Works Countryman additionally with John Cooper Works logo in the central instrument; ventilation controls with chrome applications; five seats and exceptional variability with rear seats that can be shifted 13 centimetres longitudinally, backrests that are tilt-adjustable and foldable in a 40: 20 : 40 split; luggage compartment volume can be extended from 350 to as much as 1 170 litres.

Extensive engine portfolio comprising 4-cylinder petrol and 4-cylinder diesel engines; all engine types now with emission rating according to EU6 emission standard; increase in output by 5 kW to 140 kW/190 hp in the MINI Cooper S Countryman; optimised driving performance and fuel consumption figures due to extended MINIMALISM technology including improved aerodynamic properties; 6-speed manual transmission as standard, 6-speed automatic transmission as an option (exception: MINI One D Countryman); MINI specific all-wheel drive system ALL4 optional for the models MINI Cooper Countryman, MINI Cooper S Countryman, MINI Cooper D Countryman and MINI Cooper SD Countryman, as standard in the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman.

Outstanding safety; MINI Countryman with top 5-star rating on the Euro NCAP crash test thanks to extensive standard equipment features in the areas of active and passive safety, now supplemented with type pressure control on each individual wheel and daytime driving light.

High-quality standard trim and a wide selection of options for additional driving fun, increased comfort and maximum customisation; new LED fog lights including daytime driving and parking light in LED technology; other features available include xenon headlamps and adaptive turning light, comfort access, panorama glass roof, automatic air conditioning, removable tow hitch with trailer load of up to 1 200 kilograms, MINI navigation system, Sport Button, sports suspension, sports leather steering wheel with shift paddles for automatic transmission, multifunction steering wheel with cruise control, Harman Kardon hi-fi speaker system and model-specific John Cooper Works accessories.

Extensive MINI Connected in-car infotainment program; unique functional diversity and permanent expansion options with apps integrated in the automobile via smartphone; increased driving fun with typical MINI functions such as Mission Control, Dynamic Music, Driving Excitement and MINIMALISM Analyser; online connection also enables the use of social networks such as Facebook, Twitter and foursquare as well as Glympse, RSS news feed reception and entertainment programs such as AUPEO!, Stitcher, Deezer, Audible, Napster/Rhapsody and TuneIn.

Model variants:

MINI John Cooper Works Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger
• direct injection and fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC technology
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 160 kW/218 hp at 6 000 rpm
• max. torque: 280 Nm at 1 900 - 5 000 rpm (300 Nm at 2 100 - 4 500 rpm with overboost)
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 6.9 seconds (automatic: 6.9 seconds), top speed: 228 km/h (225 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 7.1 litres/100 kilometres (7.5 litres), CO2 emissions: 165 g/km (175 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper S Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger
• direct injection and fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC technology,
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 140 kW/190 hp at 5 500 - 6 500 rpm
• max. torque: 240 Nm at 1 600 - 5 000 rpm (260 Nm at 1 700 - 4 500  with overboost)
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 7.5 seconds (automatic: 7.8 seconds)
• top speed: 218 km/h (214 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.0 litres/100 kilometres (6.8 litres)
• CO2 emissions: 139 g/km (157 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger 
• direct injection and fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC technology, 
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 140 kW/190 hp at 5 500 - 6 500 rpm
• max. torque: 240 Nm at 1 600 - 5 000 rpm (260 Nm at 1 700 - 4 500  with overboost) 
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 7.7 seconds (automatic: 8.1 seconds)
• top speed: 215 km/h (213 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.4 litres/100 kilometres (7.1 litres) 
• CO2 emissions: 148 g/km (165 g/km)
• exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC technology
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 90 kW/122 hp at 6 000 rpm
• max. torque: 160 Nm at 4 250 rpm
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 10.4 seconds (automatic: 11,6 seconds)
• top speed: 191 km/h (184 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 5.9 litres/100 kilometres (6.9 litres)
• CO2 emissions: 137 g/km (159 g/km)
• exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC technology (in the MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4 with automatic transmission also: twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection)
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 90 kW /122 hp at 6 000 rpm
• max. torque: 160 Nm (MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4 with automatic transmission: 190 Nm) at 4 250 rpm
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 11.5 seconds (automatic: 11,7 seconds)
• top speed: 186 km/h (184 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 6.7 litres/100 kilometres (7.0 litres)
• C02 emissions: 156 g/km (164 g/km)
• exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI One Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve control based on BMW Group VALVETRONIC technology
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 72 kW/98 hp at 6 000 rpm
• max. torque: 153 Nm at 3 000 rpm
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 11.9 seconds (automatic: 13,9 seconds)
• top speed: 175 km/h (170 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 5.7 litres/100 kilometres (6.9 litres)
• C02 emissions: 134 g/km (159 g/km)
• exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper SD Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase
• common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 995 cc, output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4 000 rpm, max. torque: 305 Nm at 1 750 - 2 700 rpm
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 9.2 seconds (automatic: 9.4 seconds)
• top speed: 200 km/h (197 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.5 litres/100 kilometres (5.7 litres)
• C02 emissions: 119 g/km (149 g/km)
•  exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper SD Countryman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase, common rail injection and variable turbine geometry,
• capacity: 1 995 cc
• output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4 000 rpm
• max. torque: 305 Nm at 1 750 - 2 700 rpm
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 9.3 seconds (automatic: 9.4 seconds)
• top speed: 197 km/h (195 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.8 litres/100 kilometres (5.9 litres), C02 emissions: 126 g/km (156 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6.

MINI Cooper D Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase
• common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 598 cc (MINI Cooper D Countryman with automatic transmission: 1 995 cc)
• output: 82 kW/112 hp at 4000 rpm, max. torque: 270 Nm at 1 750 - 2 250 rpm, acceleration: (0-100 km/h): 10.9 seconds (automatic: 11.3 seconds), top speed: 186 km/h (181 km/h), average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.2 litres/100 kilometres (5.6 litres), C02 emissions: 111 g/km (148 g/km), exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI Cooper D Countryman ALL4: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase
• common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 598 cc (MINI Cooper D Countryman ALL4 with automatic transmission: 1 995 cc)
• output: 82 kW/112 hp at 4000 rpm, max. torque: 270 Nm at 1 750 - 2 250 rpm, acceleration (0-100 km/h): 11.6 seconds (automatic: 11,9 seconds)
• top speed: 181 km/h (176 km/h)
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.7 litres/100 kilometres (5.9 litres)
• C02 emissions: 123 g/km (155 g/km)
• exhaust emission standard: EU6

MINI One D Countryman: 

• 4-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase
• common rail injection and variable turbine geometry
• capacity: 1 598 cc
• output: 66 kW/90 hp at 4 000 rpm
• max. torque: 215 Nm at 1 750 - 2 500 rpm
• acceleration (0-100 km/h): 12.9 seconds
• top speed: 171 km/h
• average fuel consumption according to EU: 4.2 litres/100 kilometres
• CO2 emissions: 111 g/km, exhaust emission standard: EU6

Exterior dimensions:

• Length: 4 097 millimetres (MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4 and MINI Cooper D Countryman ALL4: 4 100 millimetres, MINI Cooper S Countryman and MINI Cooper SD Countryman: 4 109 millimetres, MINI John Cooper Works Countryman: 4 133 millimetres)  Width: 1 789 millimetres
• Height: 1561 (MINI John Cooper Works Countryman 1 549 millimetres) Wheelbase: 2 595 millimetres (MINI John Cooper Works Countryman 2 596 millimetres)

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MINI 5-door Hatch

The new MINI 5-door Hatch rolls off the lines at Oxford

Plant Oxford today sees a production first as the new MINI 5-door Hatch comes off the production line.
The new 5-door is a first for MINI production at the Oxford plant and marks another phase in the roll-out of a £750 million investment programme across BMW Group UK’s production facilities from 2011 to 2015.
The car comes hot on the heels of the new MINI Hatch, which was launched in November. The new 5-door, which will go on sale in the autumn, is an exciting addition to the family of MINIs made in Oxford and opens up a whole new market segment.

Business Secretary, Vince Cable said: “The launch of the all-new 5-door MINI is a further boost for the UK’s manufacturing sector, and will help to secure jobs in Oxford and Swindon as part of BMW’s £750 million investment programme in the UK. BMW’s continued commitment and investment in the UK underlines the continuing success story that is UK automotive manufacturing.

 “Through the UK Government’s industrial strategy we are backing the auto sector as it goes from strength to strength. We are providing the right environment to give businesses the confidence to invest and create high skilled jobs.”

The 5-door is the second member of the MINI family to be built on a new platform. The innovative approach to design increases the flexibility of the body manufacturing process, allowing more models of greater variation to be produced more efficiently, an essential element of the MINI’s build-to-order appeal.
Frank Bachmann, managing director of MINI Plants Oxford and Swindon, said: “This is an exciting day for us with the first ever 5-door MINI for the plant, which opens up a whole new market segment for the brand.
“BMW Group has invested in creating state-of-the-art technology and facilities at Oxford and Swindon for the launch of this new generation of MINI, demonstrating the company’s commitment to a long-term future for its UK production sites.”

Preparations for the new generation of MINI have seen the building of a new bodyshop at Oxford and significant investment in facilities and technologies at Plant Swindon, where the car’s body panels are pressed and a number of sub-assemblies made. Plant Oxford’s assembly employees also went through a programme of training to support the launch of the new model generation.

The new 5-door Hatch

• Key statistics
• Measures 4m in length
• 161mm longer than the three-door
• 278 litres of boot space
• 15mm more headroom
• 61mm extra interior width
• Three rear seats

Production updates for the introduction of the new 5-door Hatch:

• Additional tooling for the body sides at Plant Oxford’s new bodyshop
• New equipment in the wax sealing line in the plant’s paintshop to accommodate the extra door and differences in the shaping of the rear of the car
• New paint colours, including the return of “Electric Blue”
• New rear door cells in the sub-assembly line at Plant Swindon
• New roof and panel tooling in Swindon’s press shop

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