[EBMCS03]

Quote: Originally Posted by BitRot

The other reason for the engine switch is that BMW doesn’t like giving Daimler-Benz (their biggest competitor) a chunk of their profits on the Mini.

I for one will be spec-ing my MCS before the 2007 “cutoff” because the current information on the new Peugot engine for the S is underwhelming. No increase in overall horsepower, just a 140 bhp engine with a tiny turbocharger bringing it up to 170.

The switch to a turbo is likely because they’re cheaper and smaller (adding to the rumors that the new engines will be larger than the Tritech and require a bulge on the bonnet to fit). Turbos might be smaller and lighter, but they have less longevity and give you fewer options to tune the car. (no more quick and simple 15% pulley mods)

The new engine might be better designed than the current one, that’s yet to be seen, but what I do know for sure is that a 30 hp turbo replacing the current 55 hp supercharger is a downgrade however you look at it.

Ooo wonder if thats true... will make pre 2007 MINIs a classic! hehe