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Once again Mini is expanding its product line-up with the launch of a model geared squarely to maximising driving fun. The two-seater Mini Coupé will indulge the keen driver with a level of agility admired in the small car segment, along with a unique body and interior concept. The first two-seater in its line-up sees Mini provide a shot in the arm for the super-compact sports car class. The selection of engines, chassis set-up, weight distribution and aerodynamic properties of the Mini Coupé are all focused on delivering performance. As a result, the new car radiates the brand’s go-kart feeling with a whole new depth of intensity and achieves the best performance statistics ever recorded by a volume-produced Mini.

The latest generation of four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines.

The Mini Coupé will be available with the most powerful petrol and diesel engines in the brand’s arsenal. Outputs range from the 90 kW/122 hp of the Mini Cooper Coupé, to the Mini Cooper SD Coupé (105 kW/143 hp) and Mini Cooper S Coupé (135 kW/184 hp), all the way up to the Mini John Cooper Works Coupé, producing 155 kW/211 hp.

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The ultimate in go-kart feeling.

The level of chassis quality gives the new Mini model the handling flair expected from the brand. The precise Electric Power Steering, the standard-fitted DSC stability control system, powerful brakes and measures designed specifically to optimise torsional rigidity ensure the Mini Coupé driver can enjoy the ultimate in go-kart feeling.

Distinctive roof form, optimised aerodynamics, impressive storage space.

Its flat silhouette and innovative “helmet roof” lend the Mini Coupé a sporty and individual allure. In addition to the integral roof spoiler, an active rear spoiler optimises airflow at higher speeds. Helped by its extremely high-opening tailgate and large luggage area with through-loading facility, the Mini Coupé displays outstanding versatility in day-to-day driving, when transporting leisure items or sports gear, and on trips out with a lucky partner.



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Engine variants:

Mini John Cooper Works Coupé:
Four-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection, plus numerous technological details carried over directly from motor sport.
Displacement: 1,598 cc,
output: 155 kW/211 hp at 6,000 rpm,
max. torque: 260 Nm/192 lb-ft at 1,850 – 5,600 rpm
(280 Nm/207 lb-ft with Overboost at 1,700 – 4,500 rpm).
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard: 7.1 litres per 100 kilometres,
CO2 emissions: 165 g/km.

Mini Cooper S Coupé:
Four-cylinder petrol engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection and fully variable valve management based on the BMW Group’s VALVETRONIC technology.
Displacement: 1,598 cc,
output: 135 kW/184 hp at 5,500 rpm,
max. torque: 240 Nm/177 lb-ft at 1,600 – 5,000 rpm
(260 Nm/192 lb-ft with Overboost at 1,700 – 4,500 rpm).
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard: 5.8 litres per 100 kilometres,
CO2 emissions: 136 g/km.

Mini Cooper Coupé:
Four-cylinder petrol engine with fully variable valve management based on the BMW Group’s VALVETRONIC technology.
Displacement: 1,598 cc,
output: 90 kW/122 hp at 6,000 rpm,
max. torque: 160 Nm/118 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm,
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard: 5.4 litres per 100 kilometres,
CO2 emissions: 127 g/km.

Mini Cooper SD Coupé:
Four-cylinder turbodiesel with aluminium crankcase, common-rail injection and variable turbine geometry.
Displacement: 1,995 cc,
output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4,000 rpm,
max. torque: 305 Nm/225 lb-ft at 1,750 – 2,700 rpm.
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard: 65.7 mpg (4.3 litres per 100 kilometres)
CO2 emissions: 114 g/km.

Exterior dimensions:

Length: 3,728 millimetres (Mini Cooper S Coupé), 3,734 millimetres (Mini John Cooper Works Coupé)
Width: 1,683 millimetres
Height: 1,378 millimetres (Mini Cooper S Coupé), 1,384 millimetres (Mini John Cooper Works Coupé)
Wheelbase: 2,467 millimetres


Australian availability

Stay tuned to Next Car for confirmation, in due course, of Australian specifications, prices and availability (expected in 2012). Production plans are still to be announced.


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