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Sporty and passionate: 2017 MINI Clubman is revealed!

2017 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman MINI USA has revealed the latest family member: the new 2017 John Cooper Works Clubman. Inspired by the motorsport and rally thrills, the sweetie offers new turbocharged power unit, latest generation of drivetrain system improvements and these sweet visuals. So, let’s check it out!

Exterior styling

2017 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman

As it comes to exterior and looks, this is a 100% MINI vehicle. All signature features are present: the expressive font eyes, the stupid-looking face, well-proportioned body and tight stance. All this is topped with neat chrome black body finish and red components: there are neat sporty stripes that go through the front-end and sides. There is also a sweet red line that crosses horizontally the grille and a red top that enhances the presence of passion and aggressiveness. Sweet.

Also, there is special aerodynamic body kit with improved cooling system and distinctive black 18-inch JCW Grip Spoke Wheels

Interior styling

2017 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman

Completely resembling the exterior styling concept, the interior is dominated by black components and red additions: there are sporty seats, covered in Alcantara, futuristic central console and neat ambient lightning. In fact, this lightning is not that needed, but hey, who cares?! It is a mini with shiny interior, right?

What catches the eye are the many small rally-inspired details. For example, look at the speedmeter: there is this famous black and white flag appearing if the driver decides to push the vehicle to its limits and reach speeds above 200km/h. This same flag concept can be seen on some places on the body and some more places in the cabin. And it is freaking cool!

Drivetrain system

2017 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman

Now we are talking! The heart of the beast is a 2.0-liter MINI TwinPower Turbo system that can produce a total of 228hp (170kW) and 258lb-ft of torque through the special ALL4 all-wheel-drive system. In fact, the engine is enhanced by BMW Group technology and architecture. Cool, right?

Furthermore, there is a special exhaust system, fine-tuned to enhance the sporty performance, fine-tuned suspension system and neat Brembo brakes with red-painted calipers that completely resemble the exterior color scheme.

The new MINI John Cooper Works Clubman will be available for purchase this December. More information is yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, stick with us!

Source: MINI

September 21, 2016

Two Fresh Models Will Join the MINI Family at the New York Auto Show

MINI Cooper S Clubman ALL4 MINI USA will premiere two new vehicles at the New York International Auto Show: the fresh MINI Clubman ALL4 and the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible. With AWD drive and boosted power, the ALL4 is ready for any road challenge, while the beautiful Convertible is by far the fastest and most powerful open-top vehicle, created by MINI.

Refined drivetrain system

2016 MINI John Cooper Works Convertible

In addition to the AWD drive system, ALL4 also benefits from fine-tuned traction, directional stability and handling. Furthermore, the system can shift power from the front to the rear wheels in matter of seconds. Also, the engineering team used lightweight components and tried its best to reduce the overall vehicle weight in every possible way. And the result is a good looking MINI vehicle with exceptional capabilities and quick response. Sweet.

High performance rates with open-top exclusivity

MINI Cooper S Clubman ALL4

The first open-top MINI with BMW power unit offers tons of technology and utility features, along with extended list of optional and customizable goodies.

And all this with the premium engine system that offers a total of 228hp (167kW) and refined suspension technology for enhanced driving experience.

MINI Clubman ALL4 and MINI John Cooper Works Convertible will be on display at the MINI stand in North Hall #260 of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center at the New York Show.

2016 MINI John Cooper Works Convertible

Source: MINI

March 23, 2016

The New Mini One D Clubman: What to Expect?

2016 MINI One D Clubman After the success of the MINI Clubman, launched in October 2015, the well-known brand decides to present to the world the new MINI One D Clubman.

Retaining the specifications for the whole Clubman range, including MINI Navigation, DAB, Bluetooth, Cruise control and MINI Connected, the new sweetie will also offer improved driving experience and further enhanced fuel economy, measured at 99g/km CO2 on the combined cycle.

But still we wonder what is so special about this one. Let’s check out!

2016 MINI One D Clubman

Featuring new mature and elegant design, this vehicle is larger than previous generations of Clubman: its 270mm longer and 73mm wider than the MINI 5-door Hatch and also offers a 100mm larger wheelbase.

Only some of the standard features include Sport leather steering wheel with multi-function control, Cruise Control, 16-inch alloys, Alarm and immobiliser, exclusive floor mats, front central armrest, front and rear ISOFIX, front foglights, automatic lights and wipers and many more.

Drivetrain system

2016 MINI One D Clubman

The new MINI family member is geared with the latest generation three-cylinder MINI TwinPower Turbo diesel unit that meets all EU6 requirements. With peak output of 116hp and 170Nm of torque, this one provides excellent agility, but also and smooth drive. It is paired to a six-speed manual gearbox that offers high level of internal efficiency and smooth shifts.

Utility and safety features

In addition to the agile drivetrain and the lightweight body, the new MINI One D Clubman comes with extensive protection of six airbags, 3-point automatic belts, ISOFIX child seat and much more.

2016 MINI One D Clubman

Source: MINI

March 11, 2016

Maxi-Tuner Offers Special Upgrade for 2016 Clubman S

2015 Maxi-Tuner MINI Cooper Clubman S As we all know, the latest Clubman model took MINI brand to whole new level. The vehicle has a lot to offer, a lot to demonstrate and a lot to give to customers and fans. But the fun does not stop here. Mini experts from Maxi-Tuner have just demonstrated the MaxPower-performance upgrade program for the Cooper S Clubman model.

Thanks to the intelligent control electronics, the MaxPower pack boosts the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder unit from the stock 192hp (141kW) to 225hp (165kW) and 340 Nm from the stock 280 NM. This grants the sweetie enough power to go from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in kust 6.8 seconds.

Furthermore, MaxPower equipment adds some more reliability and longelivity features, but at the same time keeps all the factory diagnosis, service and engine protection functions fully intact. In fact, anyone who is not that satisfied by the upgrade can quickly and easily remove it and return to the stock features of the Clubman.

2015 Maxi-Tuner MINI Cooper Clubman S

Also, Maxi-Tuner provides two-year warranty not only for the MaxPower box, but also for all the drivetrain system elements directly connected to the unit: engine, transmission and others.

In fact, Maxi-Tuner engineers are in the process of creating a special sports exhaust system that will be exclusively offered with the new MINI Cooper S Clubman.

Source: Maxi-Tuner

November 26, 2015

MINI Announces Details for the 2016 Clubman

MINI USA announced details for the latest 2016 MINI Clubman. This is by far the most spacious and versatile MINI and it is the first MINI to enter the compact premium segment. This model is both longer and wider than its predecessors and offers premium quality components and exceptional craftsmanship.

And like every MINI vehicle, this sweetie will be offered with special bundle packages. This means that customers can decide for which features they will pay. And this has one more positive side: buyers won’t be forced to pay higher amount of money for equipment that they will not use. Smart, right?

The latest MINI Clubman will also feature a number of special upholsteries that have been crafted especially for this vehicle, including the smooth-grained Indigo blue-dyed leather with diamond stitching in the pattern of classic English Chesterfield sofas and rich Burgundy leather with the eco Dinamica trim. Classy and environmentally friendly. Now that’s a contemporary vehicle.

As you might know, the MINI Clubman will be powered by BMW’s three- and four-cylinder MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology engines and with all the trims are geared with efficient six-speed manual gearbox as a standard feature. But if customers are still not satisfied, the Cooper S variant can be geared with optional 8-speed automatic or 8-speed sport automatic system with paddle shifters.

The standard equipment for the latest Clubman will also include MINI Connected infotainment system with 6.5-inch display, leather-wrapped three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, dual zone automatic climate control, keyless ignition, 12-color ambient interior lightning, 16-inch forged alloy wheels and carbon black leatherette upholstery.

On the other hand, the Cooper S will offer MINI Connected infotainment system with 6.5-inch display, 17-inch forged alloy wheels, three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, MINI Driving models with Green, Mid and Sport settings, dual-zone automatic climate control and more.

The Clubman will go on sale in January 2016 across the US, but the most impatient customers can already preorder the Clubman.

Source: MINI

September 28, 2015

2016 MINI Clubman Will Demonstrate Style, Dynamics and Comfort at FIAA

2016 MINI Clubmaster The sweet MINI Clubman with four doors, five seats and spacious interior is one of these vehicles that bring back style and exclusivity on the road. And now this exclusivity is continued with the latest Clubmaster which is longer with 27 centimeters and is with 9 centimeters wider than the MINI 5 door model. Its luggage volume is further extended to 1,250 liters and the vehicle offers and highest levels of comfort and safety.

And for increased pleasure of driving, the latest MINI Clubman offers and features previously not included in MINI vehicles. There is now a special electric brake, 8-speed Steptronic gearbox and electrical seat adjustment and even more optional goodies.

And along with the latest model, there are and some additional packages just as is the MINI Excitement Pack which grants customers with LED interior and ambient lightning as well as projection of the MINI logo onto the ground from exterior mirrior on the driver’s side when the car is opened and closed. Sweet, right?

2016 MINI Clubmaster

But along with the comfort goodies, the latest MINI also comes and with nice performance stats. The vehicle is geared either with a 4-cylinder petrol unit that generates a total of 192 hp (141 kW) or with the 3-cylinder petrol engine with 136 hp (100 kW) or maybe with the 150 hp 4-cylinder diesel engine. It all depends on the particular model you have chosen.

The MINI Clubman will be launched worldwide on October 31st 2015.

Source: MINI

September 14, 2015

Mini Clubman Vision Gran Turismo: Small but Furious

MINI has officially unveiled the Clubman Vision Gran Turismo virtual racecar that will be available in the Gran Turismo 6 video game for PlayStation 3. It is based on the Clubman, as the title suggests, but with the notable difference that it has more distinguished design. Made for the virtual reality, the Clubman Gran Turismo concept is imagined to take its power from an unspecified engine which is capable of delivering 395 HP.

This power output is sent to a permanent all-wheel drive system using a six-speed sequential gearbox. With such figures, the car is able to speed up from 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) in the impressive 3.5 seconds before hitting a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h).

Visually, MINI’s Gran Turismo arrives with an appealing style which transforms driving into a real pleasure. The car features striking split doors, huge air inlets and air ducting surfaces, front splitters which are there to regulate airflow and to cool the engine.

Also, the carbon fiber front apron as well as the flat underbody serve to reduce air resistance. The aggressively-shaped front is complimented by LED headlights that feature an “X” layout while the back of the car is highlighted by LED taillights with an interesting filigree design.

Finally, MINI Clubman Vision Gran Turismo moves on wide 22-inch bi-color alloy wheels.

Source: MINI

February 26, 2015

Believe It Or Not MINI Clubman Concept Has Six Doors!

MINI Clubman Concept showcases brand’s new design philosophy and vision for a higher class of vehicles. The model is 26 centimeters longer and around 17 centimeters wider than the current Clubman. In addition, the concept is also more sophisticated and elegant.

The vehicle is envisioned as a four-door one and sports five seats. As a classic MINI, it features hexagonal radiator grille, Side Scuttles, the Black Band, short overhangs and elliptical front and rear headlights. Clubman Concept is 4223 mm long, 1844 mm wide and 1450 mm in height. The car is decided in Berry Red exterior color, while the roof is in a metallic grey color, called “Blade”.

Seen from the front, the radiator grille incorporates black chrome bumper in the front section. The three-dimensional structure of the chrome ribs inside the front grille additionally improves the front section. In the lower area one can see a continuous air inlet, while a finely wrought chrome rib appears to hover inside the air inlet. In the outer section of the front apron there are the AirCurtains. They give the wheel arches an aerodynamically optimized closure.

Continuing to the sides, there are three chrome elements which give the side section a sense of exclusivity with modern understatement. At the front, the Side Scuttle includes filigree mirror base and turn indicator in an elongated element. Above this, the surrounding shoulder line in chrome offsets the corpus of the car from the greenhouse and roof in hallmark MINI style. At last, the 19″ light alloy rims decided in bicolor Black Chrome and Chrome finish round-out the side view.

At the rear, the Clubman Concept is broad and athletic. The highlight at the rear is the characteristic split doors. In addition, the horizontally positioned rear lights have a highly detailed finish. Here one can also see an aerodynamically enhanced bumper, and a Smart Opening function which is a sensor underneath the bumper.

Inside the concept car also shows exclusivity. The interior has o larger dimensions and offers plenty of space. Unusual materials were utilized here. Some of them include nubuck leather in a light Sky Blue, patent leather in rich Berry Red and black soft nappa leather. In between, elements in patinized silver add accents. Two fabrics were used – Tweed Grey and Black Twill, while the small details such as the buttons with Union Jack embossment on the seats and central console, contrast stitching, piping or red accentuation surfaces in the sun blinds add a touch luxury.

The most powerful presence inside however is attributed to the leather-covered instrument panel. It has a surround in blue limed ash grain and a white porcelain finish. The linear air vents have patinized, silver-plated surrounds; while between them there is an area in Black Chrome which can be back-lit. The lower section of the instrument panel is finished in Berry Red patent leather, which contrasts the discreet design of the upper half.

Source: MINI

February 26, 2014

MINI Clubman Bond Street To Be Revealed In Geneva

MINI Clubman Bond Street is set to debut at the 2013 Geneva International Motor Show being generously equipped and including exquisitely details. In addition at the Show, MINI will also welcome the arrival of MINI John Cooper Works Paceman, MINI Hyde Park.

The first thing that has to be mentioned about the Clubman Bond Street is that is tailor-made. Exclusive design and equipment features deliver the premium quality of the typical MINI-style. Its Midnight Black metallic paintwork matches perfectly the Cool Champagne contrast color for the roof, exterior mirror caps, lower sections of the C-pillars and bonnet stripes to offer dynamically flowing body lines and extended wheelbase.

In addition the interior color is also striking, and complements perfectly the exclusively designed sports seats and a leather-covered instrument panel. Additional details around the new MINI Clubman Bond Street will be revealed at its debbut.

Next to the new model, the visitors of Geneva Motor Show will also see the MINI Hyde Park available in either MINI or MINI Clubman form. It is now being offered in combination of Pepper White exterior paintwork and the new contrast color Cool Champagne.

The other star at MINI’s stand is the MINI Highgate Convertible, which is a four-seater soft-top vehicle that embodies an aura of exclusivity and undeniable individuality. What is more, there also will be the ultra-sporty MINI John Cooper Works Paceman.

This one has an imposing figure with its powerfully formed front end, the elegantly sporty, stretched lines of the flanks, the coupé-style roof swooping downwards towards the rear, and a broad tail end.

The standard aerodynamic kit features lowered sports suspension and 18-inch light-alloy wheels in Twin Spoke Black Burnished Design. And in addition what propels this model is the four-cylinder engine with twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection and variable valve control that generates 208 hp (153 kW). The unit is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, while a six-speed automatic with Steptronic and steering wheel paddles is available as an option.

What is more the MINI John Cooper Works Paceman is kitted out as standard with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive system. The latter allows the power of the turbocharged engine to lay on extreme driving fun both on the road and over rough terrain.

Source: MINI

February 21, 2013

Yet Another MINI – The Clubvan Concept

At MINI, a plan for an ultimate automotive integration is under development. We already have the MINI Roadster, Convertible, MINI E, Coupe, Countryman, Clubman and now a new concept: The MINI Clubvan – Moving out with style. Set to debut on the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, this fun yet professional MINI is targeted at an audience which, up until now, never had any use of the brand.

Simply put, the Clubvan is a Clubman with some more loading space and fewer seats. The cargo area starts at the hind split doors and goes all the way to the sole pair of seats at the front but not before being properly separated with a partition grille. As a whole it is well adopted for a variety of goods because of the completely flat floor and the elasticized straps of the six attachment loops recessed into the load compartment floor. That with the solid aluminum base partition and the mesh above make sure things on board do not move about and cause mayham.

From the outside, one notices that the Clubvan still has the mad 5-door set up – one for the driver, two scissor doors for the passenger (despite being rather redundant here) and two rear hinged doors at the back. The Clubvan Concept leaves an impression the way only a MINI can – it lets people know that it is what it is. However, people do not need to know what hides at the back, hence the rear side windows which are mere body panels, Polycarbonate sections coordinated with the body color. At the same time, the backdoor windows are heavily tinted to keep prying eyes away from the precious cargo. That way, more opportunities for customization open as seen in this instance where on the side panels there is the logo of a local company which does signwriting and can write pretty much anything on the car. That makes the Clubvan ideal for small and medium-sized businesses. Imagine a fleet of zippy, frugal and stylish Clubvans going around doing catering or mail deliveries. Electricians and photographers can also use it as a type of personal transport with enough space for personal equipment. This is the new target audience, MINI has been talking about. It is a vision of streets swarming with MINI cars.

Source: MINI

February 20, 2012

MINI To Unveil Roadster On NAIAS

The annual North American International Auto Show is an event of unparalleled importance. Set to be open to the public on the 14^th of January 2012, it will act as the New Year’s Day for the automotive industry. More than 150 companies will showcase their products, innovations and plans for the whole year ahead. 5000 media representatives will provide extensive coverage while around 750 000 members of the public will have the pleasure to moon about amidst lush automotive pieces of art.

And now MINI has announced that on that event, they will try to fascinate the American public with the new MINI Cooper Roadster – a car that relies on a complex chassis technology to stay on the road and yet implements a classic, manually operated soft-top all in the name of pure fun. Although it is the sixth addition to the company’s line up it still bares the MINI hallmark universal features such as large circular headlights, hexagonal radiator grille, side indicator surrounds and vertically stacked rear lights. That of course does not make it a characterless clone of the previous ones. The low-slung silhouette, smooth curves and elegantly extended (separate from the cabin) boot give this urban 2-seater a fresh and playful image.

In terms of dimensions, the basic Roadster model largely mimics its MINI Convertible counterpart with an exterior length of 3,728 mm (wheelbase of 2,467 mm) and a width which stands at 1,683 mm. It is however lower than the Convertible by more than 20 mm thus the fore mentioned low-slung sporty silhouette.

In the US three engine line-ups will be available that go in three different trim levels of the Roadster:

The standard MINI Roadster has a 121 hp, 1.6 litre engine with a fully variable valve control system – based on the VALVETRONIC technology which can be seen in BMW engines.

The MINI Cooper S Roadster houses again the VALVETRONIC 1.6 litre engine but thanks to BMW’s TwinPower Turbo technology and direct fuel injection the power is now up to 181 hp. The Cooper S is claimed to be one of the most successful embodiment of power and economy with just 6.0 litres of petrol consumption on a 100km run.

The top of the range MINI John Cooper Works Roadster is powered by a hardcore version of the 1.6 TwinPower Turbo found in the MINI Cooper S. It is a 208 hp hornet that delivers 192 lb-ft (260 Newton metres) of torque at 1,850 rpm. You’ll need no more than 6.3 seconds to reach 100km/h (62 mph) from a standsill while top speed stands at 237 km/h (147 mph). All models come as standard with a six speed manual gearbox that channels the revvy power of the engines to the front wheels. Optionally, the Cooper Roadster and Cooper S Roadster can be ordered with a six speed automatic.

Agile handling and a timely response, emblematic for the MINI brand, come from the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system and the active rear spoiler, which extends automatically when the car reaches 80 km/h (50 mph).

The company is counting on the Roadster range to be a fine compliment to the other five, already successful MINI, MINI Countryman, MINI Clubman, MINI convertible and the MINI Coupé.

Source: MINI

December 16, 2011

Mac Audio MINI Clubman

Here is a discoteque on wheels – Mac Audio MINI Clubman. The specially created MINI received a serious exterior and interior tuning by Mac Audio, who manufacture amplifiers and loudspeakers. The show car is based on the most powerful version – Clubman S, probably because only this is enough powerful to create electricity for all these loudspeakers.

The exterior includes a new matte white paint and some mods by Wimmer Rennsporttechnik team. The tuned MINI now delivers 230PS thanks to an Ecu remap, a modified exhaust system and optimized air intake pipes.

The car stands on Oxigin rims in dimensions 8J x 18” wrapped in 215/35 R18 Yokohama Advan Sports tires. There are also Stoptech four-piston high performance brake system, KW coilovers Variant 1 and the Sportster Recaro CS-seats.

The audio is staggering – Mac Audio Star X 2.16 front and rear loudspeakers system, handmade 90-liter bass enclosure equipped with 3 x Mac Audio STX Reference-Woofers, 6 Micro X Series amplifiers with the maximum capacity of 3 900 Watt, Extra batteries, buffer capacitors and cabling by Stinger provide ideal connection and last, but not least – 12m2 of Dynamat Xtreme insulating material.

The headunit is Audiovox VME 9325BTA, which enables the user to control navigation using iPod, iPhone, USB, DVB-T and Bluetooth by touchscreen.

The girl is not included! 🙂