JCinSyd
07-18-2011, 10:51 PM
I was lookign for more information (specially new pics) on the Coupe, and found this online
The Maxi Mini, supposedly replacing the current R56 models?
from www.carpoint.com.au
These images are the first solid proof that MINI indeed has a new model in the pipeline.
The car that will replace the R56 Series Cooper hatch appears longer and wider than the current model, adopting a smaller grille, longer bonnet and slimmer A-pillars to boot.
The taillamp lenses, though possibly a decoy, protrude from the lamp body with stunning effect, adding a sportier flavour to the familiar rear end.
Although not pictured, the snappers from Carparazzi tell us the interior breaks from tradition, ditching the oversized centre speedo in favour of a regular, driver-side arrangement.
At this point, engine options are anyone's guess, though we expect a variety of fuel-efficient turbocharged petrol and turbo mills, as well as the possibility of a hybrid or even plug-in electric model. It's also believed new base-model MINIs will be the first to feature the German marque's new three-cylinder TwinPower unit, which will also power BMW's upcoming Megacity.
-- with Carparazzi
Unfortunately I can't embed these photo's for some reason, so have linked the article:
http://www.carpoint.com.au/news/2011/small-passenger/mini/cooper/maxi-mini-spied-testing-in-europe-25211?intref=ed-news
The Maxi Mini, supposedly replacing the current R56 models?
from www.carpoint.com.au
These images are the first solid proof that MINI indeed has a new model in the pipeline.
The car that will replace the R56 Series Cooper hatch appears longer and wider than the current model, adopting a smaller grille, longer bonnet and slimmer A-pillars to boot.
The taillamp lenses, though possibly a decoy, protrude from the lamp body with stunning effect, adding a sportier flavour to the familiar rear end.
Although not pictured, the snappers from Carparazzi tell us the interior breaks from tradition, ditching the oversized centre speedo in favour of a regular, driver-side arrangement.
At this point, engine options are anyone's guess, though we expect a variety of fuel-efficient turbocharged petrol and turbo mills, as well as the possibility of a hybrid or even plug-in electric model. It's also believed new base-model MINIs will be the first to feature the German marque's new three-cylinder TwinPower unit, which will also power BMW's upcoming Megacity.
-- with Carparazzi
Unfortunately I can't embed these photo's for some reason, so have linked the article:
http://www.carpoint.com.au/news/2011/small-passenger/mini/cooper/maxi-mini-spied-testing-in-europe-25211?intref=ed-news