MINI Paceman – Automobiles Review

MINI Makes One-off Paceman Adventure

MINI Paceman Adventure is a concept project that resulted from the joint work of the young apprentices and their instructors at the BMWs plant in Munich. This Paceman has completely one-off vision. As a basis the students have used the current MINI Cooper S Paceman. They have transformed it into a two-seater with a pickup style cargo area. This MINI pick-up features all necessary off-road characteristicis, including a powerful engine, all-wheel drive, big tyres, modified suspension and much more.

To go further into details, this Paceman Adventure is powered by the Cooper S Paceman’s engine which produces 184 horsepower (135 kW). In addition, it is equipped with MINI’s ALL4. The passenger compartment features only two front seats. Behind them is positioned the cargo area that is suitable for luggage, tools and equipment begins. A solid roof rack can accommodate a spare wheel.

Furthermore, the pickup has the typically MINI short overhangs, but includes a modified chassis with extended ground clearance and higher front and rear clearance ramps. This MINI concept also features a snorkel-like roof level air intake, thus meaning that it could tackle a river crossing.

On the front cross member of the roof rack are mounted additional lights. The car has been fitted with off-road tyres, which prepare the concept for the perfect off-road experience.At last, the exterior paint finish is Jungle Green metallic. Unfortunately, MINI has no plans for a production version of the Paceman Adventure.

Source: MINI

April 28, 2014

MINI Unveils 2015 Paceman Range

2015 MINI Paceman offeres fresh design, optimised aerodynamics and revised engines. The Sports Activity Coupe was unveiled at Auto China in Beijing. The new model includes a distinctive and highly expressive body design. Of course – it carries all of the characteristics typical for a MINI. At the front it is equipped with large headlamps and hexagonal radiator grille contour. Its elongated silhouette on the other hand reinforces its sportiness. At the rear we see lights which are horizontally arranged for the first time on a MINI.

New trim color is available – it is caled Piano Black. Chrome Line Exterior trim is also available as a no cost option. New colours for the MINI Paceman include Jungle Green metallic and Midnight Grey metallic. Black or white white contrasting roofs are also available. On the other hand, the contrasting Chilli Red roof is offered exclusively for the MINI John Cooper Works Paceman. Vaarious colors are also available for the sport and bonnet stripes.

As a standard, MINI offers a range of new light alloy wheels with reduced weight and LED fog lights. Precisely, the Cooper and the Cooper D Paceman come equipped with the 16-inch light alloy wheels in 5-Star Air Spoke Design. In addition, the 17-inch light alloy wheels in the new 5-Star Triangle Spoke Design were specifically created for the Cooper S and the Cooper SD Paceman. They are also available in a two-colour design. MINI John Cooper Works Paceman runs on 18-inch light alloy wheels in Twin Spoke Black Burnished Design as standard.

Inside, 2015 Paceman benefits from acoustic optimization. Speed and display dials are now anthracite-coloured in the style of the MINI John Cooper Works Paceman across all models. In addition, the model will also include the new ALL4 all-wheel drive system. MINI ALL4 distributes drive power at continuously variable levels between the front and rear axle by means of an electromagnetic centre differential.

The engines offered in the range are listed below along with their details. They can be combined with an optional six-speed automatic transmission instead or the standard six-speed manual. The suspension technology included in the car features the combination of McPherson spring struts and forged wishbones on the front axle, a multilink rear axle and electromechanical power steering.

Figures for 2015 MINI Paceman range:

Model	Power	0-62 mph	Fuel Consumption	CO2
Cooper	122 hp	10.4 (-0.1)	47.9 mpg	137 g/km
Cooper D	111 hp	10.9	67.3 mpg	111 g/km
Cooper S	190 hp	7.5 (-0.1)	47.1 mpg	139 g/km
Cooper SD	143 hp	9.2 sec (-0.1 sec)	62.8 mpg	119 g/km
John Cooper Works	218 hp	6.9 sec (- 0.1 sec)	39.8 mpg	165 g/km

Source: MINI

April 24, 2014

MINI Paceman GoalCooper – 2014 FIFA World Cup

MINI has unveiled the Paceman GoalCooper designed to celebrate this years’ biggest global sporting event – 2014 FIFA World Cup.

The special MINI is based on the John Cooper Works Paceman and comes with a distinctive green, yellow and blue exterior recalling the national colors of Brazil. The South American country is hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

The football theme continues in the interior, too. There are Brasileiro Green floor mats and floodlights for a “stadium like feel”. The Paceman GoalCooper comes also with a mini table football game and an iPad holder. Last, but not least, the rear seats can be folded down to allow access to a net which is perfect for soccer practice.

There are a lot of football fans, who will buy 2014 MINI Paceman GoalCooper, so if you like it – hurry up!

Source: MINI

April 1, 2014

MINI John Cooper Works Paceman With Frozen Black Metallic Paint

MINI brand is expanding its range of exterior paint finishes for the current models with the inclusion of an exclusive new Frozen Black metallic paint. The latter is available as a limited edition colour for the top of the range MINI Countryman and MINI Paceman models.

The brand highlighted that the new paint has a textured, shimmering matt finish, which contributes for vehicle’s striking and impressive appearance. In addition, the Frozen Black exterior colour and finish will be also offered for the MINI Cooper S Countryman, MINI Cooper SD Countryman, MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman, MINI John Cooper Works Countryman and MINI John Cooper Works Paceman.

To go even further into details, the special paint finish was developed via the utilization of a sophisticated manufacturing process which is only exclusive to BMW Group. The painting procedure includes innovative technology and a high level of manual craftsmanship.

In this case, the process is being applied for the first time by brand’s partner Magna Steyr. First of all, the special surface treatment encloses the base layer for grip and corrosion protection, secondly – the colour layer, and thirdly – the clear lacquer finish. The latter also includes silicates in order to create the matted impression and the velvet effect.

The exterior parts which are attached at a later time, like the front and rear aprons and the exterior mirror caps, were also finished separately in Frozen Black metallic. Due to the labor intensive process, typically attributed for example to an independent BMW specialist, the production of cars with this exterior color will be limited to a restricted number of cars.

What is left to be said is that the Frozen Black metallic finish has also abrasion resistance and color fidelity. It is entirely weather resistant and car wash resistant. BMW has also developed care products for the special treatment of this metallic paint finish.

Source: BMW

October 18, 2013

MINI Countryman And MINI Paceman Updated For The Summer

MINI Countryman and MINI Paceman are getting ready for the summer because from July they will be equipped with new customization options and details. The new enhancements will be available starting from July.

For instance, the new sports options feature the John Cooper Works Exterior Package, the John Cooper Works Interior Package and the John Cooper Works Chili Package. There is also an optional storage package for the MINI Countryman which now includes a double cup holder at the rear.

Furthermore, it is promised that in the future, the Paceman model will be equipped with a rear centre console as standard. It will also feature integrated storage facilities and a 12-volt power socket, as well as two cup holders (optionally.

The permanent all-wheel drive system ALL4 can be selected in four model variants of both the MINI Countryman and the MINI Paceman. The top sports models – MINI John Cooper Works Countryman and MINI John Cooper Works Paceman will be fitted with the system as a standard.

In the MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4 and MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4 the power output is estimated at 90 kW (122 hp) and it is delivered by the 4-cylinder engine. The power is distributed between the front and rear wheels thus improving the traction on slippery surfaces as well as increasing the driving fun. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission as a standard or to the optional six-speed automatic transmission.

For the summer there is also available the new John Cooper Works Exterior Package, which consists of sport suspension settings, 18-inch light alloy wheels in Twin Spoke Black Burnished Design and the John Cooper Works Aerodynamics Kit. To be more precise the latter comprises of a front apron with integrated air ducts for brake cooling, model-specific side sills and a rear bumper with diffuser.

Furthermore, the Dark Style package offers strips in black or white on the bonnet, exterior mirror caps and turn indicator surrounds in Black Checkered, anthracite-coloured roof rails and radiator grille ribs in anthracite.

To go inside the car, the John Cooper Works Interior Package includes sports seats Diagonal Track fabric in John Cooper Works Carbon Black, the John Cooper Works leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, Sport Button, Dynamic Traction Control, John Cooper Works door sill finishers and an anthracite-coloured roof liner.

Next, the John Cooper Works Chili Package features all of the additions in the John Cooper Works Exterior Package and the John Cooper Works Interior Package along with the following: fog lamps, rain sensor, automatic air conditioning, on-board computer, lighting package, storage package, height adjustment for the passenger seat and velour floor mats.

In this package, another special feature is the Parallel Lines Light Tobacco fabric/leather combination for the MINI Countryman, and the Hot Cross Carbon Black fabric/leather combination for the MINI Paceman. The package also offers xenon headlights in the MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper SD models.

New paintwork finishes also come to deliver some freshness to the summer. The Countryman and Paceman will be available from July in the exclusive Chili Red color, which was previously seen only on the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman and MINI John Cooper Works Paceman models.

Source: MINI

June 10, 2013

2013 Life Ball: MINI Paceman by Roberto Cavalli

2013-MINI-Paceman-by-Roberto-Cavalli-THUMB One of the biggest charity events has just happened this weekend and as we are familiar MINI brand is a big part of its history. The partnership began in 2001 and since then 13 one-of-a-kind MINI models have been designed and produced.

They were of course all auctioned with proceeds of more than half a million Euros flowing into projects dedicated to the battle against AIDS. This year, the designer under the lights was Roberto Cavalli who created a unique and classy MINI Paceman.

The Italian designer transformed the newest model in the brand family in his highly distinctive style. It is all adorned by gold elements inside and out, iridescent paintwork that shimmers from black to brown depending on the angle of light and the use of his hallmark animal prints.

In other words, this Paceman is a true work of art and few hours before its premiere, it was auctioned for a record price of 150,000 euros. Besides Roberto Cavalli, a whole line-up of iconic designers rendered their own MINI for this good cause. Among them are Dean and Dan Caten of DSQUARED, Renzo Rosso for Diesel and Donatella Versace.

2013 Life Ball went under the motto 1001 Nights” bringing together many celebrities, including Sir Elton John, Hilary Swank, Melanie Griffith, Barbara Eden, Carmen Electra, Bill Clinton, Anna Netrebko, Erwin Schrott and Fergie. They were all gathered around the mission to raise the awareness of the HI virus and its consequences.

Each year millions of people are being infected with the HIV. Since AIDS was recognized as a clinical disease on 1st of December 1981, many advances have been made in terms of research and prevention. However, the virus is still one of the biggest challenges for the human health.

Source: MINI

May 28, 2013

2013 MINI Paceman by Roberto Cavalli Supports the Life Ball in Vienna

The Life Ball 2013 in Vienna is just around the corner and hence we are very pleased to see the latest design on a MINI model, which will support this charity event. The mission of the Life Ball is to raise awareness of AIDS and pleads for tolerance, education and solidarity.

As a matter of fact, MINI will participate in the Ball for the 13th time in succession by donating one of its models. A particular MINI model will be given a makeover by an internationally renowned designer before being auctioned at the ball.

The proceeds will go to projects dedicated prevention of HIV and AIDS. Another interesting fact is that so far the Life Ball MINI auctions have raised total proceeds in excess of half a million Euros.

For this year, a Paceman, the youngest and seventh model in the MINI family, will be transformed by the famous fashion designer Roberto Cavalli. With this particular model, the designer encounters the first stylish, urban Sports Activity Coupé. Its sporty design and striking coupé silhouette will perfectly complement Cavalli’s unconventional style.

To be more precise, the exterior design features iridescent paintwork that shimmers from black to brown depending on the incidence of light. In addition, there are dynamically stretched lines that accentuate even further the agility of this two-door coupé. Of course, Roberto Cavalli’s expressive logo can be seen on the car – on its roof.

2013 MINI Paceman by Roberto Cavalli will be formally unveiled during the official opening of the new Cavalli store in Vienna’s “Goldenes Quart1er” on 24th of May. Then the model will be auctioned in the Hall of Ceremonies at Vienna’s Hofburg palace as part of the AIDS Solidarity Gala on 25th of May.

Source: MINI

May 9, 2013

MINI KAPOOOW! Installation At The Salone del Mobile 2013

MINI Design Team led by Anders Warming has created an installation – a MINI Paceman as a dynamic structure, which is currently being exhibited during the Salone del Mobile. The installation is set up in an authentic MINI realm of experience – the MINI Paceman Garage.

During the exhibit, MINI KAPOOOW! @MINI Paceman Garage will act as a launch pad and platform for creative exchanges among artists and designers while offering a wide range of events.

But to be more precise, the installation was inspired by the many and different assets of the Sports Activity Coupé. It tries to highlight MINI’s emotional essence and highly distinctive personality.

The first phase of the installation shows the rear end of the MINI Paceman as a dynamic sculpture. When one looks at it feels like it is going to undergo very soon a metamorphosis.

The individual vehicle components seem to fly apart, the colorful threads emanating from it representing this highly energy-charged process. In addition, an interesting element is that the MINI is connected with the people whose profiles can be seen at the front end.

The second step of the installation is where the Paceman crosses a boundary in the middle of the room. This phase offers and interesting new view of the car. It leaves its original form and the front end becomes an idea made of paper.

Only the general, the lines are kept and through numerous bits of paper and colored tabs the MINI Paceman manifest into a new physical form. As a matter of fact, the utilization of paper symbolizes the “prototyping” of a creative process.

The end goal of this interesting project is to present a colourful “wall of fame” displaying not only successful MINI models but also well-known film and cult personalities. To be your own hero – this is the motto which stays behind this unique artistic journey of MINI’s.

Source: MINI

April 10, 2013

2013 MINI Paceman – UK Price £18,970

MINI has announced the all-new Paceman, which boasts a sporty exterior design, lowered suspension for a dynamic ride and an exciting reinterpretation of the familiar interior. The car is essentially a coupe version of the Countryman.

There will be five models available from launch including the MINI Cooper S Paceman. The seventh unique member of the family, it sells alongside the Hatch, Clubman, Convertible,

With a contemporary and expressive body shape, the Paceman has been created to appeal to a new type of design-conscious customer. The prominent horizontal lines and dynamic curved surfaces give the promise of sporting performance, yet there is an elegant simplicity to the overall form of the car.

The interior has been designed specifically for this model. Its highlight is the innovative rear seat, which has been styled around a lounge concept. Two individual seats provide generous levels of head, shoulder and knee room with outstanding comfort and support. Armrests have been integrated into the rear trim. A two-section version of the MINI Centre Rail storage and attachment system – first seen in the Countryman – comes as standard. A full-length variant is available as an option.

The engine range includes a 1.6 liter four-cylinder with 122HP (90 kW). 0-100 km/h in 10.4 seconds and fuel economy of 47.1mpg with CO₂ emissions of 140 g/km. The 1.6 liter turbocharged petrol has 184HP (135 kW). 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and fuel economy of 46.3mpg and emissions are 143g/km.

The diesel variants are a 1.6 liter with 112HP (82 kW) offering a frugal 64.2mpg fuel economy and 115g/km emissions. 0-100 km/h in 10.8 seconds, which is good enough. The powerful SD Paceman has a 2.0 liter with 143HP (105 kW). 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds and a fuel economy of 61.4mpg with an emissions figure of 122g/km.

The MINI Cooper Paceman starts at just £18,970 on the road.

Source: MINI

March 21, 2013

MINI Expands its All-Wheel-Drive Range

MINI has just announced that it is going to expand its all-wheel-drive range (ALL4) of vehicles thus delivering more driving fun, focused experience and agile handling. In March the choice of additional models with ALL4.

That’s when the MINI Paceman will be launched featuring the ALL4 as a standard or an option. The number of models with this technology will increase up to eight. The first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium compact segment sees ALL4 optionally teaming up with the diesel engines in the Cooper SD Paceman (105 kW/143 hp) and Cooper D Paceman (82 kW/112 hp), as well as the petrol unit under the bonnet of the Cooper S Paceman (135 kW/184 hp).

In addition, MINI John Cooper Works Paceman will also be equipped with the all-wheel-drive system as standard. The model generates 160 kW/218 hp and has as standard with a six-speed manual gearbox. Automatic transmission comes as an option.

As a matter of fact, ALL4 delivers boost to traction, directional stability and agility through corners. In addition, the ALL4 will be featured in the Countryman, Cooper S Countryman, Cooper SD Countryman and Cooper D Countryman as an option. On the other hand as a standard it will be included in the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman.

To go further into details, the all-wheel-drive system utilizes an electromagnetic centre differential to distribute drive seamlessly between the front and rear axles. In normal driving the system diverts up to 50 per cent of the engine’s power to the rear wheels, rising to 100 per cent in extreme conditions.

ALL4’s control electronics are integrated directly into the DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) management unit, enabling drive to be channelled through the wheels as required in a matter of milliseconds.

In addition it also optimizes the fuel economy. It also utilizes the data collected by DSC to tweak the power split pre-emptively and to effect through dynamically taken corners. The system feeds a higher proportion of the engine’s power to the rear wheels to make turn-in as precise as possible.

All of the models which will feature the ALL4, will also include the DSC system with DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) mode. The latter allows controlled slip through the driven wheels to ease moving off on loose sand or deep snow. What is more, those models will also have a very specific chassis set-up, which includes an inner vibration damper and delivers great acoustic and dynamic comfort.

Source: MINI

January 30, 2013

MINI Paceman John Cooper Works to Debut At NAIAS

MINI Paceman John Cooper Works is the latest addition in the MINI range which aims to bring more elite performance to the automotive world. The model is based on the first compact Sports Activity Coupé.

Here the driver and passengers have four individual seats which help them enjoy better the racing experience. The driving excitement is ensured by the turbocharged engine, which generates 160 kW (218 hp). Of course, the standard equipment includes ALL4 all-wheel drive, an aerodynamic kit, 18-inch light-alloy wheels and lowered sports suspension.

As a matter of fact, the MINI Paceman John Cooper Works is set to give mouthwatering sporting flair and inimitable style. Its goal is to introduce a new dimension in driving fun to the premium compact segment.

The race-bred powertrain and chassis technology which are its equipment bring poise and assurance on the road. Moreover, the lowered sports suspension and an aerodynamic kit add to the irresistible feeling of race competition to the driver and occupants.

John Cooper Works Paceman’s driving characteristics and design deliver instantaneous power and an unquenchable appetite for revs. The turbocharged power unit under the bonnet is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox as standard. What’s more – for those who prefer automatic transmissions, there is an optional six-speed automatic one.

More importantly, the numbers here are astounding. MINI John Cooper Works Paceman accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in only 6.9 seconds with either of the gearbox variants. What is very surprising is the fuel economy: the average fuel consumption is rated at 7.4 litres (automatic: 7.9 litres) per 100 kilometres / 38.2 (35.8) mpg imp.

Next, what adds even more to the distinctive style of this special edition Paceman are the bespoke design features. Standard specification includes an aerodynamic kit, 18-inch light-alloy wheels, a sports exhaust system with chrome tailpipes, and door sills bearing the John Cooper Works logo.

MINI Paceman John Cooper Works Interior

What come as an option are the white and black and the exclusive Chili Red paint finish for the contrast-colour roof and exterior mirror caps. And customers can also lend an extra edge to the typical John Cooper Works sports car feeling inside the car with bespoke accents such as Chili Red interior trim strips.

The new MINI model will make its world premiere at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January 2013. Then, it will be officially launched in March 2013.

Source: MINI

December 14, 2012

2013 MINI Paceman – Sports Activity Coupe

MINI has added another interesting vehicle to their line-up – the Paceman is the first Sports Activity Coupe in the premium small and compact segment. The small car is has nice presence with its powerful and dynamically stretched lines. th its two doors and large tailgate, plus two full-size individual rear seats, the seventh model in the MINI family complements the elegant sportiness of its proportions with a new rendering of the familiar MINI interior.

The car is designed squarely as a four-seater, which means sports seats for the driver and front passenger are included as standard, and the pair of individual seats in the rear offer impressive shoulder room and headroom, outstanding lateral support and exceptional comfort.

Still, the Paceman offers decent load capacity of 330 litres and 1080 with rear seats folded down.

The drivetrain of the new Paceman includes powerful BMW-sourced engines and optional ALL4 AWD system. The petrol range starts with MINI Cooper Paceman with 122HP (90 kW) and ends with MINI Cooper S Paceman with 184HP (135 kW), while the diesel options are MINI Cooper D Paceman with 112HP (82 kW) and MINI Cooper SD Paceman – 143HP (105 kW).

The Sports Activity Coupe is the second model – after the MINI Countryman –which customers can order with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive system as an option.

The standard equipment of 2013 MINI Paceman includes: air conditioning, electrically adjustable exterior mirrors, the Centre Rail and the radio MINI CD with AUX-IN socket.

The options list can add: a sports leather steering wheel with optional multifunction buttons and cruise control, heated seats, an electrically operated glass roof, Comfort Access, xenon headlights, Adaptive Headlights and Park Distance Control.

Source: MINI

November 12, 2012

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