The just unveiled MINI carries forward its predecessor’s aspiration to be the leading vehicle the small vehicle segment.
This new high-performance model is longer and wider compared to the previous model.
The 2015 MINI Cooper offers a re-tuned suspension, more power and more cargo space. The Mini Cooper receives significant improvements in all areas related to fun driving, individual flair, and quality.
Specifications
Vehicle Type: Hatchback | Base Price: NA |
Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.5 gals (40 L) | Miles Per Gallon: 49 city / 74 hwy |
Length: 150.4 in. (382.1 cm) | Wheel Base: 98.2 in. (249.5 cm) |
Height: 55.7 in. (141.4 cm) | Width: 68 in. (172.7 cm) |
Luggage Capacity: 7.5 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 4 people |
Engine: 3 Cylinder DOHC | Displacement: 1.5 Liter |
Horsepower: 136 HP | Max RPM: 4500-6000 RPM |
Torque: 162 lb-ft @1250 rpm | Transmission: 6-Speed Manual |
* 2014 specs
Performance
The new MINI is powered by 2.0 liter 4 cylinder engine. This produces peak output of 192 horsepower at between 4,700 & 6,000 rpm. Maximum torque of 207 lbs ft at 1,250 rpm.
Exterior
The main body and the roof top are separated. The car’s glass surface with dark body columns creates a harmonious cover that extends across the whole vehicle.
Helped by a wide track and the short overhangs that emphasize the contours more than ever. This Mini is also the first vehicle in this segment to give an option for LED headlamps. These headlamps are surrounded by a LED daytime driving ring.
Interior
The modest increase in size has provided more space on the inside. For example, the driver’s seat allows one to stretch comfortably. It offers more spatial comfort on the 4 seats.
The luggage compartment size has been expanded by 1.8 cu ft to make a total of 7.5 cu ft.
Another impressive feature is the instrument cluster located on steering column. The road speed, fuel level and engine speed gauges are all displayed on a vertically arranged circular instrument panel.
Safety
The driver assistance systems range (optional) has been expanded. For the very first time the car will have an extendible Heads-Up-Display just above steering column.
The driving assistant system includes a camera-based active-cruise control, very high-beam assistant, and road sign detection, pedestrian and collision warning, parking assistant and finally, a rear view camera.