Coupé/Roadster [Official] The MINI Coupé.

[Giannis]

The MINI Coupé.

A recipe for unbridled driving fun.
The MINI Coupé.

MINI is expanding its product family with the launch of a model geared squarely to maximising driving fun. The MINI Coupé indulges the keen driver with a level of agility unmatched in the small car segment, along with a unique body and interior concept and the brand’s customary commitment to premium levels of quality and equipment. The first two-seater in its line-up sees MINI not only breathe new life into its successful racing history but also 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 optimum performance. As a result, the new car radiates the brand’s hallmark 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 can be ordered 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, a thoroughbred athlete producing 155 kW/211 hp.

The ultimate in go-kart feeling.

A level of chassis quality unmatched in the small car segment gives the new MINI model the handling flair you would expect 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.

At a glance.

• MINI gives the small car segment another fascinating injection of variety with the presentation of the first two-seater in the brand’s current model range. The MINI Coupé represents the faithful transposition of the brand’s sporting DNA into a cutting-edge vehicle concept with a new interpretation of the super-compact sports car class; unrivalled handling agility and the best performance figures of any model in the MINI line-up; innovative design with a distinctive “helmet roof” form and optimised aerodynamic properties; a wide-opening tailgate and large, variable-use luggage area ensuring extensive versatility.
• Latest generation of four-cylinder engines; most powerful petrol and diesel units in the MINI range; engine technology underpinned by the development expertise of the BMW Group / derived directly from
  motor sport; MINI John Cooper Works Coupé with 155 kW/211 hp,
  MINI Cooper S Coupé with 135 kW/184 hp, MINI Cooper Coupé with 90 kW/122 hp, MINI Cooper SD Coupé with 105 kW/143 hp; exceptional efficiency thanks to wide range of standard MINIMALISM technology;
  six-speed manual gearbox fitted as standard, six-speed automatic optional for MINI Cooper S Coupé, MINI Cooper Coupé and
  MINI Cooper SD Coupé.
• A chassis set-up, weight balance and body structure geared squarely to providing unbeatable driving fun gives the car’s go-kart feeling unrivalled depth; Electric Power Steering and DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) as standard, DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) with EDLC (Electronic Differential Lock Control) optional (standard on
  MINI John Cooper Works Coupé); innovative pedestrian protection systems and measures to enhance body rigidity shift the car’s weight balance slightly further forward, giving the front-wheel-drive MINI Coupé optimised traction; agility and safety boosted by increase in torsional rigidity using carefully targeted, model-specific strengthening elements.
• First “three-box” MINI with strikingly stepped rear end in the classic style of a gran turismo; sporty, flat coupé silhouette; sits 29 millimetres lower than MINI; new, faithful expression of the hallmark MINI design language; distinctive “helmet roof” with integral roof spoiler; first MINI with an active rear spoiler to optimise airflow at higher speeds; rear spoiler extends automatically at 80 km/h (50 mph).
• Strict two-seater concept with extended stowage and loading capacity behind the driver and passenger seats; large, variable-use luggage area; large through-loading facility into the passenger compartment; wide and extremely high-opening tailgate makes loading easier.

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).
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 6.4 seconds,
top speed: 240 km/h (149 mph).
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard:
7.1 litres per 100 kilometres (39.8 mpg imp),
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).
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 6.9 seconds,
top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph).
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard:
5.8 litres per 100 kilometres (48.7 mpg imp),
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,
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 9.0 seconds,
top speed: 204 km/h (127 mph),
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard:
5.4 litres per 100 kilometres (52.3 mpg imp),
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.
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (62 mph): 7.9 seconds,
top speed: 216 km/h (134 mph).
Average fuel consumption according to EU standard:
4.3 litres per 100 kilometres (65.7 mpg imp),
CO2 emissions: 114 g/km.


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

 

[EnI]

WTH????

They launched the official MINI Coupe press release with the camouflaged prototype in the official photos?

Where are the official promo photos of the full production version of MINI Coupe, incl. the pics of the car's interior?????

What's going on here?

 

[Shining Star]

Lots of other camouflaged pictures here:

https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/pressclub/p/pcgl/pressDetail.html?outputChannelId=6&id=T0110473EN&left_menu_item=node__6568

 

[Mr Robert]

Was that the press release? Really?

 

[Giannis]

WTH????

They launched the official MINI Coupe press release with the camouflaged prototype in the official photos?

Where are the official promo photos of the full production version of MINI Coupe, incl. the pics of the car's interior?????

What's going on here?

It's exactly what they did! 131 camouflaged prototype photos and the official press release!

And it all came just a day after the thing they call F20 1 series... Go figure

Was that the press release? Really?

There is some more texts, that I don't have the time right now to post. I'll add them later to the first post and the frontpage article. But you can find everything there is, in the link that Shining Start posted!

 

[Auto]

This car should be RWD!

 

[martinbo]

This car should be RWD!

There are no economically sensible reasons as to why this car should be RWD. This is a MINI and there are many reasons why a MINI is FWD.

 

[EnI]

And it all came just a day after the thing they call F20 1 series... Go figure

Nothing unusual here. Have seen this before by BMW Group. Usually they do that before the upcoming autoshow, but there are also some other similar cases not linked to the autoshow launches. There's hardly any pattern & coordination between project-related press releases, especially when different BMW Group brands are in question.

The BMW Coupe PR was planned for around this time - yet it's odd no "real" photos are included. Scott, what went wrong?

 

[Human]

The MINI John Cooper Works Coupé appeals to me in a "I have to have this" kind of way, the performance, looks and overall design of the car evokes something real in me.

Well done!

 

[SCOTT27]

It's the MINI way of teasing... Look back at the R56 in 2006 and even so the Countryman both were "previewed" in this manner.
Officially , official MINI Coupe pictures are imminent - A MINI Coupe will join the festivities at the 24hr race at the Ring in a few weeks time.

 

[purplehenk]

It's the MINI way of teasing... Look back at the R56 in 2006 and even so the Countryman both were "previewed" in this manner.
Officially , official MINI Coupe pictures are imminent - A MINI Coupe will join the festivities at the 24hr race at the Ring in a few weeks time.

BMW teases in the same manner. I can't remember how many time I've seen an 'official' camoed M5 or 1M..

 

[Narylfiel]

Seems fun, but forgive me for saying this: there really is just one more thing a MINI should be, and it's even written in capitals. Why does everyone seem to be forgetting that? Oh, well, I'll probably love it while waiting for Rocketman, the MINI-slave that I am...

 

[SCOTT27]

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[Auto]

There are no economically sensible reasons as to why this car should be RWD. This is a MINI and there are many reasons why a MINI is FWD.

The car is already expensive, what does a couple of grand do. Totally worth it! But in the other hand, the Mini buyer walks around with a small dog and drives a Mini to be hip and not to attack corners.

 

[martinbo]

The car is already expensive, what does a couple of grand do. Totally worth it!

I don’t think you fully appreciate the magnitude of the undertaking you suggest.

Fundamental to the MINI concept is its packaging. Core to the genius of the original Issigonis-penned is its FWD layout incorporating the transverse orientation of the engine and transmission. Staying true to the spirit of the original, Mini’s compactness stems from its short engine bay and wheel-at-each-corner stance. Even by ever-burgeoning modern standards, the MINI Cooper’s outstanding dynamic ability is largely due to it being more compact with much of its mass located within the wheelbase. Being FWD simply adds to the car’s driver appeal (yes, FWD cars can be fun and there is a rewarding driving technique if you know how) and this new coupé will no doubt be the kingpin in the range’s handling repertoire.

A “few thousand” will definitely not be enough to bring about the fundamental change from FWD to RWD; you’re looking at a whole new car – something pretty similar to a BMW 1 series. Even just the packaging around the weight distribution changes needed for RWD (let alone engineering changes to steering and suspension systems, engine mountings, cabin position and space usage) would result in a car that not even remotely represents anything near the MINI ethos.

No, as good as it is, RWD is not always the answer and definitely not in a MINI.

 

[Mr Robert]

It wouldn't be MINI anymore. These cars should be FWD. The fact that they drive up front haven't changed the fact that the Coopers have been at the very top of the driver enjoyment ladder at BMW since they were introduced. Sure, burn outs are not working out the same way, but on track, FWD makes good sense in a thought-through and light car as the MINI.

 

[martinbo]

Autocar drives Pre-Production MINI Coupé

MINI Coupé Cooper S

What is it?

A Mini model set to appeal to male buyers more than any other. At least, that’s what Mini is saying about its new Coupe – the fifth model to join its line-up since its revival in 2001.

The distinctively-styled two-door follows on from the hatchback, cabriolet, Clubman and Countryman, with UK sales set to get underway in October.

First previewed at the Frankfurt motor show back in 2009, the Coupe has progressed from concept to production car stage with remarkably few changes. The basis for the new car, including its complete lower body, is the existing cabriolet, to which Mini’s design team has added a completely new upper section and large liftback style tailgate at the rear – both of which provide it with unique visual appeal.

Inspired by classic independently produced Mini based coupes from companies such as Broadspeed, Marcos and Midas, the new Coupe is not exactly elegant – not in the traditional sense, anyway. However, it manages to stand out from the small car crowd – and for many prospective buyers this will clearly count more than anything else.

The styling works well from some angles, but less so from others. From what we’ve seen so far, the appearance also seems to be very colour dependent. And being a Mini, there’s a wide range of exterior schemes to choose from.

What’s it like?

Mini’s aim with the Coupe was to create a car that went one better than the hatchback in terms of overall driver appeal. However, the need to use as many carry over components as possible in a bid to make the new car profitable mean the mechanical package is virtually the same – and in many respects the way it drives, too.

The low roof makes entry a little more difficult than in the hatchback, but the seats are set low enough to ensure even tall drivers can be accommodated without any head room issues, thanks in part to a scalloped out headliner.

Although the driving position is unchanged over the hatchback, the more heavily raked windscreen and lower roof gives the Coupe a more sporting air from the driver’s seat. The drawback? Vision, not least to the rear which is restricted by the shallow glass.

Performance wise, there’s little to criticise. The turbocharged 1.6-litre engine in the Cooper S version driven here for the first time develops 177lb ft of torque between 1600rpm and 5000rpm – including a peak of 192lb ft between 1700 and 4500rpm, providing the Coupe with a good turn of speed out of the blocks and tremendous flexibility on the run.

Mini claims 0-62mph in 6.9sec and top speed at 143mph. As with the hatchback, though, it is the in-gear acceleration that impresses the most. Plant your foot at low revs in low gears and you’re treated to solid acceleration that is all part of the Coupe’s eager nature.

Although the roof has no load bearing function, a substantial transverse beam mounted above the rear axle helps provide a level of stiffness approaching other Mini models.

First impressions, after an extended run around an Austrian driver training facility in a pre-production prototype, suggest it has succeeded, although the difference in character between the two from behind the wheel is not great. There are subtle improvements in dynamic terms, less initial roll on turn in and a more securely planted rear end when you lift off mid corner among them, just don’t expect it to provide a vastly different driving experience to its much loved sibling.

The interior of the Coupe mirrors that of the cabriolet up front – right on down to the height of its seats. The rear, however, has been completely revised, with the rear seats making way for a parcel shelf and a handy load through feature that can be accessed from the driver’s seat. The boot is 120-litres larger than that of that of the hatchback at 280-litres thanks to the lack of rear seats, but a cross member running through the floor means the load bay is not flat.

Should I buy one?

If you can live with the striking looks and driving appeal is a priority, it’s certainly worth considering. Pricing is yet to be announced. But the Mini Coupe retains all the fundamentals that have made the hatchback such an outstanding success over the past decade or so.

It’s tremendously entertaining, and with all that space up back is highly practical by two seater standards. Be warned, though, a Roadster version is also planned to join the Mini line-up in early 2012. It, we suspect, may be even more fun.

Greg Kable

Mini Coupe Cooper S

Price: na; Top speed: 143mph; 0-62mph: 6.9sec; Economy: 48.7mpg; CO2: 136g/km; Kerb weight: na; Engine, type, cc: 1598cc turbocharged petrol; Power: 181bhp at 5500rpm; Torque: 177lb ft at 1600-5000rpm; Gearbox: 6spd manual

Source: Mini Coupe Cooper S - Road Test First Drive - Autocar.co.uk

 

[Monster]

So in other words this coupe is a pointless and poorly styled addition to the ever growing range of Mini.

 

[Mr Robert]

Still not a word on weight?

 

[hardingsan]

Still not a word on weight?

coupe = hatch + 45 lb.


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