MINI Canada has announced that the MINI Cooper Classic will join the MINI model lineup this summer with a value-leading MSRP of $22,950.
The debut of the MINI Cooper Classic follows the introduction of the new-generation MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S in February, both arriving with pricing unchanged from their predecessor 2006 models. The MINI Cooper Classic, reborn for 2007, not only incorporates all of the new elements and improvements of the new-generation MINI family, but eclipses its predecessor with a lower starting price and an even more comprehensive list of specifications.
Upgraded standard equipment on the 2007 MINI Cooper Classic now includes:
- Automatic Stability Control + Traction
- Multifunction Steering Wheel
- Passenger Seat Height Adjustment
- Unique to the Classic - 15′ 5-Star wheels with all season tires
Continue reading MINI Canada Introduces 2007 MINI Cooper Classic
MINI Ireland have announced record breaking sales in 2007.
By midday on Tuesday, 13th June 2007, MINI sales in Ireland had hit 1012 units. Quite incredibly, this surpasses the previous sales record of 1001 units that was achieved in total in 2005!
Nicola Bissett, MINI Manager Ireland, is quoted as saying;
We are delighted to see the MINI success story going from strength to strength in Ireland. The launch of the All New MINI in November 2006 has greatly attributed to the success that MINI is enjoying along with the launch of a 1.4 litre MINI One launched in April of this year.
The MINI hatch model is available in four variants in Ireland: MINI One, MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D and MINI Cooper S, which are being sold in 13 MINI Dealers across the country. Prices start from €21,950 on the road.
Research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders has revealed a shift in the new car market in the UK, with hundreds of thousands of buyers moving into cars with lower CO2 emissions. Analysis of sales by road tax bands based on tailpipe CO2 shows 60.7% of new cars sold last year fell within the bands A-D (under 165 g/km) compared with just 43.1% in 2000.
Only 298 band A cars (<100 g/km) were sold last year, a reflection their extremely limited availability, however Band B (101-120 g/km), where the new MINI Cooper D fits in, now have a 4.7% share compared to merely 0.1% in 2000. Band C, where the MINI One at 128 g/km, MINI Cooper at 129 g/km and MINI Cooper S at 149 g/km all now belong, commanded the largest single slice of the market at 31.9%, when in 2000 their share was only 19.2%.
Continue reading New MINI Cooper Highlights Lower Emmisions Trend
Whenever someone posts up their rolling road results on MINI2, you can almost guarantee an ensuing debate about dyno graphs, drivetrain loss, airflow, temperature, humidity and just about anything else that can affect the outcome and interpretation of such tests. The conclusion generally being that they’re a decent measure of before and after modification power, or for a bit of fun and one upmanship, but not much beyond that.
With that in mind it was interesting to read that Stockholm based Rototest have collated figures from more than 550 engine tests performed using their own unique dynamometer which bolts directly onto the wheel hub in a handy to use web format. And at the same time drawn the conclusion that the average vehicle only achieves around 90% of it’s stated output.
However, according to Rototest (and of interest to us), manufacturers providing more power than their official claims include Mazda, VW, Skoda and MINI. While three of the top five models had forced induction engines.
Continue reading MINI Performs Better Than it Should, Most Cars Dont.
Going, going - gone! After ten exciting days when the unique 2007 Life Ball MINI was up for auction at ebay.at, the hammer came down on 10 June at exactly 8 p.m. Central European Time: the MINI Cooper designed exclusively by star photographer Mario Testino went for € 24,550 to its new owner in North Germany. As has become traditional for the Life Ball MINI, the entire proceeds will be donated to AIDS support projects.
Continue reading Life Ball MINI by Mario Testino Sold for €24,550 on eBay
MINI USA is now offering a factory-installed digital HD Radio receiver with FM multicasting capability as an option in the all-new 2007 MINI Cooper and Cooper S hardtops, produced from June 2007. MINI joins its sister brand, BMW to be only one of two automotive brands to currently offer HD Radio technology to its customers.
HD Radio technology is one of the most significant advances in radio broadcasting history, providing listeners with enhanced digital audio quality and clear, noise-free reception, as well as multicasting and on-screen text information. The HD Radio multicasting feature allows FM stations to broadcast multiple channels of digital programming simultaneously on a single frequency.
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MINI hatch models are to receive technological revisions later this year, resulting in jaw-dropping performance and efficiency figures.
Following on from Yesterday’s great news about the demand for the MINI Cooper D, Today’s press release from BMW (to follow), will no doubt push demand even further through the roof!
MINI hatch models are to receive technological revisions later this year, resulting in jaw-dropping performance and efficiency figures. Already BMW Group’s cleanest ever car, the MINI Cooper D will be capable of returning an astonishing 72.4mpg, with CO2 emissions of just 104 g/km.
When production of the revised models begins in August 2007, there will be no requirement for alternative fuel sources or hybrid technology to achieve these stunning stats. All model variants will instead be supplied as standard with high-tech engine tweaks, providing exceptional economy and minimal emissions without compromising the MINI driving experience.
Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start-Stop Function and Switch Point Display complete a package that will come at no extra cost to future MINI customers.
Continue reading 72.4mpg. 104 g/km C02. No batteries required.
As of August 2007, all MINI hatchback models with reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emission levels as standard.
As of August 2007, all MINI hatchback models with reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emission levels as standard - maximum efficiency in the new MINI Cooper D: 3.9 litres per 100 kilometres, 104 grams CO2 per kilometre.
Continue reading Increased driving pleasure, reduced fuel consumption: the new MINI in the model year 2008
Remarkable oversight presents unique buying opportunity.
Concerned about the 2nd Generation MINI Faults & Fixes forum? Feeling cautious that MINI quality control may not be all we’re hoping for just now? Want to allay your fears? Then look away now, and not at the stunning British Racing Green Cooper shown below.
Continue reading MINI Quality Control Off Colour
In the lead up to Christmas we had the use of a new 2nd Generation MINI Cooper for a week. Finally we share how we got on.
Continue reading Living with the 2nd Generation MINI Cooper
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