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24/02 : MINI Full Works!
These are the first official photographs of the hottest version of the new Mini, which goes on sale this summer, and will be available in both standard three-door hatchback and five-door Clubman. BMW will unveil the new Mini John Cooper Works versions at the Geneva motor show next week. They are the first Works Minis to have been developed in-house by Mini, after BMW bought the rights to the brand from Mike Cooper last year, and so had full control of the development and engineering of these new Mini Works cars.
Engine changes
Mini has spared no expense or effort in giving the standard Cooper S 1.6-litre turbo engine even more power and torque for the Works version. Many of the modifications it has made are identical to those it carries out for the engine of its Mini Challenge race cars. The engine ’s air filter, air mass meter, induction system, exhaust system, catalyst, turbocharger, cylinder head, cylinder gasket, pistons, valves and valve seats have all been upgraded. As a result, this compact motor develops 208bhp and a punchy 207lb ft of torque on temporary overboost, which is enough to propel the Mini JCW hatchback to 62mph in 6.5sec and on to 148mph. This engine is also the first in the Mini’s range to be compatible with EuroV emissions stipulations, which come into force in 2009 – so it’s both powerful and clean – and, thanks to Mini’s stop-start system, returns more than 40mpg on the combined cycle.
Chassis tweaks
Also borrowed from the Mini Challenge cup car are many of the Mini JCW ’s chassis components. Included are the car’s vented front disc brakes and its cross spoke Challenge alloy wheels. Customers will also be offered the chance to upgrade to an even lower, stiffer setup which will be ideal for track work.
Extra kit
This new Mini Works will be the first to be offered with BMW ’s Dynamic Traction Control system. Working in tandem with the car’s electronic differential lock, this allows controlled slip on the drive wheels, to the improvement of traction and acceleration. A leather steering wheel, air conditional, piano black interior trim and an anthracite headlining all come as standard, as does an upgraded 10-speaker stereo, a 160mph speedo and ‘Works’ exterior badging.
Prices
Prices on the three-door hatch should kick- off at £20,500 this July, while the Cooper Works Clubman version will be £21,700.
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