The first production two-seater in the MINI line-up since the brand's renaissance in 2002 has just been launched. The MINI Coupe offers trademark styling and promises unbridled driving fun.
And it looks like a home run.
This front-wheel-drive car is available in three trim levels (Coupe, S and John Cooper Works) and with three different engines featuring direct injection. Transmission choices include a six-speed manual and six-speed automatic:
Coupe
121 hp, 118 lb-ft of torque
0-96 km/h in 8.3 seconds
Top speed: 204 km/h
Fuel consumption: 5.4 L/100 km (combined)
S
181 hp, 177 lb-ft of torque
0-96 km/h in 6.5 seconds
Top speed: 228 km/h
Fuel consumption: 5.8 L/100 km (combined)
John Cooper Works
208 hp, 192 lb-ft of torque
0-96 km/h in 6.1 seconds
Top speed: 240 km/h
Fuel consumption: 7.1 L/100 km (combined)
The MINI Coupe rides on MacPherson struts up front and a multi-link setup in the back. Those looking for the ultimate go-kart feeling can improve handling with a sport suspension or a John Cooper Works suspension with a 10-mm drop in ride height.
A host of electronic systems enhance driving dynamics, such as Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), anti-lock braking (ABS), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with available integrated Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC).
From the outside, the MINI Coupe sports three distinct tiers – the body, the wrap-around glass areas and the innovative “helmet roof” design – that give it a unique appearance from every angle. In an effort to improve aerodynamics, engineers also integrated a rear spoiler that pops up automatically when the car reaches a speed of 80 km/h.
The three models in the catalogue wear 15-, 16-, and 17-inch wheels, respectively.
Inside, the two occupants can store their belongings behind the seats or in the trunk, which MINI calls ''extremely flexible''. Just don't expect to fit big items, however.
And it looks like a home run.
This front-wheel-drive car is available in three trim levels (Coupe, S and John Cooper Works) and with three different engines featuring direct injection. Transmission choices include a six-speed manual and six-speed automatic:
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Coupe
121 hp, 118 lb-ft of torque
0-96 km/h in 8.3 seconds
Top speed: 204 km/h
Fuel consumption: 5.4 L/100 km (combined)
S
181 hp, 177 lb-ft of torque
0-96 km/h in 6.5 seconds
Top speed: 228 km/h
Fuel consumption: 5.8 L/100 km (combined)
John Cooper Works
208 hp, 192 lb-ft of torque
0-96 km/h in 6.1 seconds
Top speed: 240 km/h
Fuel consumption: 7.1 L/100 km (combined)
The MINI Coupe rides on MacPherson struts up front and a multi-link setup in the back. Those looking for the ultimate go-kart feeling can improve handling with a sport suspension or a John Cooper Works suspension with a 10-mm drop in ride height.
A host of electronic systems enhance driving dynamics, such as Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), anti-lock braking (ABS), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with available integrated Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC).
From the outside, the MINI Coupe sports three distinct tiers – the body, the wrap-around glass areas and the innovative “helmet roof” design – that give it a unique appearance from every angle. In an effort to improve aerodynamics, engineers also integrated a rear spoiler that pops up automatically when the car reaches a speed of 80 km/h.
The three models in the catalogue wear 15-, 16-, and 17-inch wheels, respectively.
Inside, the two occupants can store their belongings behind the seats or in the trunk, which MINI calls ''extremely flexible''. Just don't expect to fit big items, however.