I drive a Dooper and a VW Touran 2.0 TDI. Guess which is the fastest!
My Touran has an unchipped 138 bhp engine which is conservatively rated by VW - apparently it actually puts outs 150 bhp when measured on a dynamometer. It is certainly feels a lot faster than the MINI despite being heavier and capable of carrying 3 more passengers.
The Dooper definitely need more bhp but I am sure BMW are desperate for it to stay beneath the magic 109 CO2 limit as it is a major part of their green credentialling. |