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Mini Cooper Hardtop

This 2011 Mini Cooper has issued a product that is softer, flexible, and make more than the predecessor of Mini Cooper. Mini Cooper has a bedroom and additional resources to provide more assistance to their clients.

Mini Cooper Hardtop

Mini Cooper uses a 1.6-liter inline four-cylinder equipped with a turbocharger, which is able to deliver a power 181 hp. Power is transmitted to the 6-speed manual transmission or automatic. With a body small and large braking force must be good too. Mini Cooper Hardtop next to the rate freeze through the ABS brakes with electronic brake distribution of strength and dynamic stability control, which makes it clear in situations of low grip or emergency maneuvers. For the safety car is equipped with side airbags in the event of a collision.

Mini Cooper Hardtop

The exterior of this vehicle to obtain a new key to the Bamps lights, xenon adaptive headlights and dual-pane panoramic sunroof. Mini Cooper has two doors that create a single division of another Mini Cooper. In addition, two double exhaust pipes, which makes the car more sporty and support the operation of the machine.

Mini Cooper Hardtop

Interior

Mini Cooper Hardtop

Inside the car features a large speedometer dominates the instrument panel and console. Audio system with HD radio and a free year of Sirius Satellite Radio. Optional navigation system maps can be updated via the USB port to provide the convenience of users. Material cushions seat can be adjusted, if you want real leather or artificial leather, depending on consumption.

Mini Cooper Hardtop

Mini Countryman Review

MINI Countryman crossover represents a new combination of driving characteristics of absorption of a mini with the versatile interior of a car with four doors, and traction optimized of a Sports Activity Vehicle (in the form of voluntary all-wheel drive system). It also provides a fresh interpretation of distinctive characteristics established in the Mini design, quality, efficiency and adaptation are affected. Marked the fourth model - joining the traditional two-door, the MINI Clubman and the MINI Cabrio in the region - to meet the challenges of urban mobility with an impressive flexibility that captures the imagination beyond the traditional domain MINI with its wide range of capabilities, and paves the way for a lot more potential customers with more or less based on the mobility of experience requirements of the brand in the pleasure of driving a MINI.

With a long-distance comfort for four individual seats or space for up to five people on board, and raised driving position, versatile interior, a new generation of powerful and efficient engines and the optional MINI ALL4 all-wheel-drive system, the MINI Countryman add another attractive feature of a sprinkling emotional driving experience with the MINI. The body and interior call to share the concept of the MINI feeling with friends and a variety of situations. This pushes the MINI Countryman on radar broader target groups, with family or hobbies have created a greater need for space and flexibility and thus are eager to merge the distinctive style of the brand with innovative features and greater versatility of the interior.

From the fourth model of the brand, and the first of its kind in the premium car, the MINI Countryman is a pioneer in many ways. The new model is defined by the Classic MINI characteristics, such as striking design, including the unmistakable style of the brand, style - aka feeling "kart" - what makes MINI so much fun to drive, and its high-class, to keep the stringent BMW Group. MINI Countryman opens the way for a new audience to experience these qualities and abilities.

The characteristics mentioned above, also open new perspectives for the MINI brand itself. Extend her family model provides premium small car manufacturer to bring a superior range of this market segment.

So the MINI brand has proven its ability to once again - and stronger than ever - increasing demands of his fans, and while remaining true to its identity. MINI Countryman to add new and exciting aspects of the brand, and presents them with an innovative new concept body.

The interior of the Countryman offers a first look inside updated to be standard across the MINI range. The basic design is the same, with the brand cartoonishly large and organic forms, but the materials look a little better and the overall design is less confusing. A new integrated navigation system screen is present inside the speedometer, and it is easy to use, step by step instructions clearly determined.

The Countryman is about 200 pounds more than the Clubman and 400 heavier than the Cooper. In the basic form, which grows under the name 3000. Add a turbocharger, an automatic transmission and AWD, as in the Cooper S All4 Countryman test, and stop the weight gain to a not-so-MINI-200 of 3252 pounds more than the similarly sized JUKE. To motivate those extra kilos Countryman employment ... engines exactly the same as the other Minis. Thus, the naturally aspirated power 121 1.6-liter four is the court, especially when combined with the manual six-speed automatic scrolling. The extra power of the sixties Turbo S is certainly welcome. Even with them is not rocket Countryman, but acceleration is easily adequate. For best results, get the manual transmission. The turbo lag is minimal and, perhaps thanks to all-wheel drive, torque is absent.

The concept MINI Countryman puts clear water between the new model and the current range of the brand. This new direction is expressed in the trust to the design of the body. Measuring 4097 mm (161.3 ") long (MINI Cooper S Countryman: 4110 mm/161.8"), 1789 (70.4 ") wide and 1561 mm (61.5") high, four-door body combines the proportions of the brand usually with increased ground clearance and raised seating position. MINI Countryman builds a bridge between the classic MINI concept and state of the art Sports Activity Vehicle.

As the broadest spectrum of opportunities offered by the innovative concept of the body of the MINI Countryman, the design incorporates the development of language design distinctive MINI brand. The new model features new interpretations of the basic elements of MINI design.

These include the striking of three split-level body, greenhouse and the roof, front view (modeled by large headlights, radiator grille and hexagonal vertical windshield), the tail lights stacked vertically and "cascading" shape of the back, which expand as they head to take the wheel. Characteristic of MINI design details, such as headlights and taillights integrated as "islands" in the body, the windows between the front fender and door, and the greenhouse effect tapering back toward the rear of the Car clearly reveals the identity of the MINI Countryman as a family. Meanwhile, their game design change gives them a special appeal.

These ingredients combine to highlight both the distinctiveness of the new model and her family roots in the sense incomparable. The design of the Countryman exudes originality, MINI Performance, robustness and versatility reliable. However, the MINI usual magic and charm intact unqualified individual.

The interior of the MINI Countryman has some similarities to the MINI design language established, but adds a new identity and self catering. All interior surfaces have a great new and catchy, combining seamlessly with the powerful style. And inside, it also reflects the innovative concept of the MINI Countryman everything and its distinctive character.

The instrument panel in the MINI Countryman is striking with its concave shape and a pronounced feeling sporty and functional. Particularly large side vents shown inside a character is defined by the advanced features. Like the central air ducts, the Center Speedo and shifter, they are banded in a range around sporting a contrasting color. The side edge of the center console adds another touch of color and visual effects to support the panel. The center console gives an impression of very high quality finish with matte black and chrome ring around the controls for air conditioning fitted as standard.

Redesigned door trim highlights the characteristic shape of the body and the extra space on the MINI Countryman. The ring of the MINI brand elliptical around the armrests and door pulls are located for the first time in the new model. This design element is also in the B-pillars and emphasizes the length of the interior with its broad contours.

The MINI Countryman is equipped with a specific model of seats. MINI Cooper S Countryman, for example, the sports seats as standard. All models can be specified as an option with sport seats in two choices of fabric / leather or combinations of two full-leather options. Another highlight of the range of variation is the Hall of seats, including exceptional coverage of the environment is reminiscent of the leather seats in a classic British car.

Optional Color Line offers a range of new customization options, which bring out the color makes for the door in the middle of the door panel inside an elliptical ring, the lower B-pillar trim and the central rail to increase. Color palette includes Carbon Black, Polar Beige, Pure Red, and dark tobacco - Countryman exclusively for the MINI Cooper S - a powerful Blue Surf. At the same time, the customer can customize the interior even more of their personal style with elements of the cut cabin and Chrome Line Interior, which infuses the air vents, center speedo, tachometer and gear surround a subtle sheen.

The latest generation of gasoline engines and diesel have been recruited to supply the MINI Countryman. Sports and optimized power development to date will help ensure that Countryman seems to mark both the MINI agility and excellent comfort over long distances. Furthermore, the remarkable ability of all departments to collect as much as possible benefit from the energy allows the model has a fourth brand stand-out efficiency of its direct competitors. Extensive measures minimalism is of great importance to further reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

MINI Countryman is available to start a choice of three petrol and two diesel engines, whose technology is rooted in the superlative level of development experience can be ordered for BMW Group. The output of the drive wheels ranging from 66 kW/90 hp and MINI One D Countryman up to 135 kW/184 hp and MINI Cooper S Countryman. All engines meet EU5 Countryman available in Europe and ULEV II level in the United States.

Mini WRC Review

Visitors to the 2010 Mondial de l'Automobile in Paris (FR) can expect a special experience: the new MINI WRC, which will compete for the FIA ??World Rally Championship from 2011, will receive its world premiere at the Fair International Motor Show. In addition, Kris Meeke (GB) has been confirmed as one of the drivers who will contest the championship with this brand new rally car.

The rally is uncharted territory for MINI penalty. In the past, this type of runs, with firmness in the form of brand image. The MINI Cooper S has become a legend thanks to his many victories in the Monte Carlo Rally. The European Rally Championship, also saw the success of first class standard MINI. "MINI can look back on a tradition of success in rallying," says Dr. WolfgangArmbrecht, Senior Vice President Brand Management MINI. "The interest in motor sports in the current generation of MINI customers is enormous. RMC offers an excellent platform for MINI Countryman communication, in which the MINI WRC is based."

Prodrive, the motor activity with experience, has been elected a member Quest, continues the success story of MINI. The company was founded by David Richards, is considered one of the most prestigious and successful rally. "This project is very fond of opportunities," says Richards. "Mini is a cult brand that has left an indelible mark on motorsport campaigns during the previous year. We are both very happy and proud to be on board as a partner in the MINI returns to the event. We try to use the 2011 years of preparation, experience accumulated for ensure we are fully competitive with the beginning of the next period. But we must not underestimate the task ahead of us and it is not difficult competition, we face the journey, but the goal is firmly fixed on to win the world championship once again the MINI ".

Prodrive was founded in 1984 and has established itself as one of the leading motorsport teams independently. Currently, it employs over 500 employees, the company is located in Banbury (GB). Other successes, Prodrive has won six World Rally Championship so far five British Touring Car titles, and made a three-class victory in France, Le Mans 24 Hour classic.

2011 Mini Cooper, the WRC is the first model of a brand with four doors and rear hatch opens wide, offers more space - which can be used in different ways - to go lifted the seat and the comfort is optimized. Moreover, the feeling of "go-kart" that the MINI is an example of preserves and taken a new dimension to the MINI All4 optional all-wheel-drive system. The MINI brand Countryman defines the virtues expressed in design, quality, handling and performance.

Heart 2011 MINI WRC is the BMW Motorsport developed 1.6-liter turbo engine fourcylinder, which can be used not only in the WRC, but also in other championships running the FIA ??Super2000 regulations. The transmission occurs through Xtrac 6-speed, sequential gearbox. The trips for the rally, custody MINI Countryman has a roll cage developed by Prodrive, which exceeds the stringent safety requirements of the International Automobile Federation (FIA).

Mini Coupe Review

The next exciting chapter to continue the success story of MINI has begun to launch a brand new MINI Coupe a unique model in fifth place in the family.

In addition to sales of the MINI Hatch, sedan, the Countryman and Clubman, the 2012 MINI Coupe is the first British built a two-seater sports brand in the UK, a long and proud history. This is a modern and authentic for the further development of the concept of vintage cars, which brings the heady mix of mini go-anywhere attitude and the practicality of a new type of customer.

MINI Coupe mission is simple, to maximize the pleasure of being behind the wheel. Keen drivers will be rewarded with a level of handling agility unmatched in the small car segment. Every aspect of the MINI Coupe - the choice of engines and chassis set for the weight distribution and aerodynamics - is focused on providing the best possible performance dynamics. To prove this, the MINI John Cooper Works Coupe has the fastest acceleration and top speed of any MINI volume produced to date.

Power of the MINI Coupe is the latest generation of BMW Group four-cylinder gasoline and diesel. Powers from 122 kW MINI Cooper in hp/90 Coupe 211 hp / 155 kW to light more convenient MINI John Cooper Works Coup�. The performance of the recently launched diesel engine, 143 hp/105 kW SD Cooper, is also available and the line-up is completed by the Cooper S offers 184 hp / 135kW.

Fuel economy on the combined cycle lengths of 39 mpg in the 0.8 MINI John Cooper Works to cut a frugal 65.7mpg on the model of Cooper SD, while CO2 emissions are as low as 114g/km only in SD Cooper. Even the MINI John Cooper Works emits only 165g/km Coup�. The full technical specification of each model follows.

Likely to be popular with many potential clients MINI Cooper Coupe is the SD variant, which offers better fuel economy, torque lower emissions increased production of any MINI. In addition, it will sprint to 62 mph in under eight seconds and lead to a top speed of 134 mph. With a value of only 13% BIK, and zero road tax in the first year, you switch drivers and fleet managers also see its obvious appeal. No official figures are yet available, but the MINI Coupe should be class-leading residual values.

MINI Coupe, the engine power is converted into pure driving pleasure more direct and more complete than ever. This car is the clearest illustration yet of the DNA of the legendary MINI sports car is converted to a new peak. MINI Coupe offers a completely new interpretation of what a candidate in the category of compact sports cars should offer the driver.

MINI Coupe takes the legendary go-kart handling of all new MINI to new heights. That each of the four models named Cooper in his name reflects the MINI faithful in power performance of his new car. Traditionally, this brand is a sign of excellent athletic ability and a nod to mark time with the legendary Formula One designer John Cooper.

The unprecedented level of support of small car segment for a new MINI model for the treatment of Flair, you can expect a brand. Designed for maximum expression of a go-kart handling, the vehicle suspension system offers a fun, nimble and precise driving.

With the Multi-link rear axle and suspension MacPherson strut front, excellent quality of the design of the chassis, steering and braking systems for the safe control of the vehicle at all times, even when pushed hard in dynamic situations. Compared with the MINI Hatch Coupe is also equipped with an optimized springs and dampers and rear anti-roll bar increased to improve its sporting credentials.

Despite its small size, Mini Cups not lack of technology: the MINI system-related information and entertainment smartphone includes optional navigation and Bluetooth integration, iPod connectivity, voice commands, and the possibility using certain applications. It is controlled by a small joystick on the center console below which is a bit cumbersome, and no touch screen, but overall this is a serious upgrade the technology at MINI junkie streak.

MINI Cabrio exciting driving experience has helped the car's Electric Power Steering (EPS). It is an electromechanical system is particularly effective to absorb the shock and control of other vibrations.

Help is speed sensitive, reducing the effort required by the driver during parking maneuvers, among others. Reduce the amount present at high speeds to improve road feel and directional stability.

Sport button on the center console is standard on all models, the MINI Coupe by pressing the Sport button to change the response characteristics of the accelerator produces a more edgy, sporty, and is designed to support performance driving attitude, that requires more steering, but offers a feeling of arousal.

2011 MINI Cooper S Clubman Review

The unique character of the MINI Clubman is obvious at first sight. The roofline of the car covers the three pillars, merging smoothly into the rear, where innovation in a split-rear doors open. The rear doors are further highlighted with the C-pillars painted in silver, black or color contrast. In the interior, the luggage compartment may be extended in a flexible configuration, offering very easy and convenient loading options thanks to the two rear doors.