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Wizzzz · Feb 19th, 2007, 12:37 PM

MINI Cooper
$31,100 (manual)
$33,300 (automatic)

MINI Cooper Chilli
$34,700 (manual)
$36,900 (automatic)

MINI Cooper S
$39,900 (manual)
$42,100 (automatic)

MINI Cooper S Chilli
$43,500 (manual)
$45,700 (automatic)

Same money for new MINI February 2007 Car Review - CarPoint Australia

85NIXMIN · Feb 19th, 2007, 04:01 PM

Hmm interesting... I'm not sure if I'm liking the 07 MINI... :S
It hasn't won me over in the shape of it yet... HAHA...but it may grow on me over time!

swamos · Feb 19th, 2007, 08:39 PM

Fascinating. That's a increase of on average about $1000. This is a smaller increase than was forecast

IMHO this is a good thing for the brand as it was already very premium on the price

Paul_T · Feb 19th, 2007, 10:18 PM

Good to see they've kept the price stable.

Can't wait to take one for a drive now!

bugiz · Feb 19th, 2007, 11:58 PM

Yea, when I ordered mine, the dealer quote 44k for a manual MCS Chilli R56 then I added the auto trans. option..

minigolf · Feb 26th, 2007, 11:27 PM

Hmm, I missed this thread, oh well, this is old news now.

Quote: Originally Posted by CoolJamJar

First Oz drive: New Mini is no minor
(from goauto.com.au - http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mell...25728B00110374)

WHAT is new about the Mini? Virtually everything bar the front suspension, claims the BMW-owned company, which unveiled the new Australian line-up in Tasmania this week.

If you think the new R56 version is a tidy-up of the original R50 model introduced here in March 2002, you need to take a closer look.

The car is 59mm longer – to meet global crash-test requirements and provide a little more utility in terms of passenger and luggage space – and sits fractionally lower, with a slight reduction in girth. Wheelbase and track measurements are the same as the original.

But it shares not one panel with the outgoing model. In fact, the whole proportions have changed, subtly but completely, from the bonnet line to the higher, more wedge-shaped side profile. And the rear-hinged bonnet that swung away along with the front mudguards and headlights to reveal the Mini’s complete front innards when opened has been changed. The headlights are now fixed.

Inside, there is an even more radical instrument layout incorporating a central speedo of massive, cartoon-like proportions, and a tachometer now mounted directly ahead of the driver, just as the maker had originally intended with the R50 but was overruled by Australian design regulations.

The engines are new, too, sourced from PSA Peugeot Citroen which will use versions in its own products, rather than the original that came from Chrysler.

So out goes the Cooper S version’s appealingly vocal supercharged engine and in its place a new direct-injection turbo (with variable valve timing) of exactly the same capacity but offering greater power, lower fuel consumption and more climate-friendly exhaust emissions.

The normally aspirated Cooper engine is minus the turbo and the direct injection, but also produces better all-round figures.

The all-aluminium engines produce 88kW at 6000rpm and 160Nm at 4250rpm in the base Mini and 128kW at 5500rpm and 240Nm between 1600rpm and 5000rpm in the Cooper S, rising to 260Nm from 1700rpm in overboost mode.

Fuel economy is 16 per cent better for the base Cooper, at 5.8L/100km and 20 per cent improved in the S with a combined figure of 6.9L/100km.

The new engines connect to new transmissions: a six-speed Getrag manual or a six-speed Aisin auto with steering wheel paddle shifters.

As the new car has moved closer to BMW than the Rover-influenced original, you will notice more acronyms creeping into the specifications. For example, the new model picks up ASC+T Automatic Stability Control and Traction as standard across the range, as well as options including bi-Xenon headlights and "Comfort Access" (keyless entry and engine starting).

The latter is available because all new Minis come with a push-button start, along with first-time options such as satellite navigation (with TV, screening on the centre display, as a further option) an in-dash CD changer and a bigger, double-tilt sunroof.

Particular to the Cooper S, in terms of standard equipment, is a "Sport" button to sharpen the new electric steering as well as accelerator response – and, on auto models, the transmission shift pattern.

And if ASC+T is not enough for you, it is also possible to specify the more feature-laden DSC Dynamic Stability Control, which adds things like hill assist and brake assist.

As before, there is plenty of distinction between the Cooper and Cooper S, with the latter getting dual central exhausts where the Cooper has just one on the right side, and wider 16-inch alloy wheels on Cooper S compared with the Cooper’s standard 15-inch alloys.

Inside the new Mini, there is a totally new look, courtesy of BMW, that is cheaper to build yet higher in quality, less complex but every bit as distinctive as the original.

Apart from an all-new dash with those gargantuan round dials, there are new seats and a quite remarkable range of trim options above the standard "Cosmos" cloth in the Cooper and "Chequered" cloth in the Cooper S. The Chilli has its own leather/cloth combination, while full leather is optional on all models.

The Chilli Cooper version adds a bit more exterior chrome, cloth/leather "Ray" upholstery, a more upmarket 10-speaker sound system and "Blaster" 16-inch alloys. On top of that, the Cooper S Chilli adds bi-Xenon headlights, the option of tighter sport suspension, "Crown Spoke" 17-inch alloys and automatic climate control.

Because the Mini is better specced than before, the price increases – from $1000 for the Cooper S to $1200 for the Cooper – are justifiable.

The manual-transmission Cooper now opens at $31,100, the Cooper S at $39,900, and auto transmission adds $2000. The new R56 range embraces the Chilli variant, which adds $3600 to both Cooper and Cooper S, from the start.

The new Mini Cooper range will go on sale from March 9.

2007 Mini Cooper pricing:
Cooper $31,100
Cooper (a) $33,300
Cooper Chilli $34,700
Cooper Chilli (a) $36,900
Cooper S $39,900
Cooper S (a) $42,100
Cooper S Chili $43,500
Cooper S Chilli (a) $45,700

maryc · Feb 27th, 2007, 05:05 AM

There are two of them over at Rolfe today.
Mine is in for a check and we saw them there this morning.

minigolf · Feb 27th, 2007, 05:47 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by maryc (original)

There are two of them over at Rolfe today.
Mine is in for a check and we saw them there this morning.

I thought that might have been the case. I might have to go for a drive tomorrow lunch time.

85NIXMIN · Feb 27th, 2007, 06:19 AM

oooh.... excited much?

Paul_T · Feb 27th, 2007, 06:29 AM

The_Artist.... have you got your R56's yet? I wanna drive one!

The Artist · Feb 28th, 2007, 01:22 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul_T (original)

The_Artist.... have you got your R56's yet? I wanna drive one!

Unofficially will have them here on friday, but can't show or register(drive) them until the 9th.

Paul_T · Feb 28th, 2007, 01:26 AM

Can you unofficially show it to me on Saturday?

The Artist · Feb 28th, 2007, 11:53 PM

I unofficially won't be here on saturday and they will be locked away offsite, away from prying eyes. BMW is very strict on pre-showing and there are fines in place for naughty dealerships.

Paul_T · Mar 1st, 2007, 01:05 AM

Ouch! Ok then, I can wait.

85NIXMIN · Mar 1st, 2007, 01:05 AM

Awww..what a shame...

I'm sure I'll see a few on the roads at no time at all...

swamos · Mar 1st, 2007, 03:52 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by The Artist (original)

I unofficially won't be here on saturday and they will be locked away offsite, away from prying eyes. BMW is very strict on pre-showing and there are fines in place for naughty dealerships.

Shhhh .... sometimes people from MINI vist too

85NIXMIN · Mar 1st, 2007, 02:35 PM

visit.... where??

minigolf · Mar 2nd, 2007, 05:42 AM

As is customary in our office,we have an afternoon siesta.

While sleeping I had a dream that I saw the R56 MINI Cooper and Cooper S. In that dream I saw that some of my concerns over the new MINI were eased, and some were justified. The interior works much better than I first thought and any issues I have over that have since passed. On the exterior I dreamt that the rear section of the car is not too bad, although I still am unsure about the lower valance on the Cooper S, even though the exhaust tips are a vast improvement over the R53 OEM version. However, my dream, sadly, didn't dispel any of my fears about the front of the car. The headlights just don't look right, the design of them is fine and bi-xenons for $1160 is very good pricing it does have to be said. But the way the lights integrated into the bonnet on the old car just solves so many aesthetic problems. Had I never seen the R53 my issues with the R56 lights wouldn't exist, but I have seen the old lights. Then I got to the bonnet scoop, ooh, that wasn't handled all that well. It's bad enough that the scoop is fake, but did they have to...

...then I woke up from my siesta. Just thought I'd share that with you guys. I can't wait to get to my local MINI dealer on March 9 to see how close to reality my dream really was.

eb/w mini · Mar 2nd, 2007, 06:19 AM

I will be looking forward to Liam posting wether his concerns are justified on March the 9th and if so can our modern day Nostradamas conjure up some winning lotto numbers or the winner of the next Melbourne cup.
Nice work with the sleeping on the job. Thats gold.

AndrewH · Mar 2nd, 2007, 12:04 PM

Fines for dealerships if they show anyone the R56 before the 9th

Oh well, I hope I was worth it......

Feb 19th, 2007, 12:37 PM	#1
Wizzzz R56 Cooper S Chilli My Classifieds Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 148 Offline	R56 Official Pricing Released MINI Cooper $31,100 (manual) $33,300 (automatic) MINI Cooper Chilli $34,700 (manual) $36,900 (automatic) MINI Cooper S $39,900 (manual) $42,100 (automatic) MINI Cooper S Chilli $43,500 (manual) $45,700 (automatic) Same money for new MINI February 2007 Car Review - CarPoint Australia

Feb 26th, 2007, 11:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Hmm, I missed this thread, oh well, this is old news now. Quote: Originally Posted by CoolJamJar First Oz drive: New Mini is no minor (from goauto.com.au - http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mell...25728B00110374) WHAT is new about the Mini? Virtually everything bar the front suspension, claims the BMW-owned company, which unveiled the new Australian line-up in Tasmania this week. If you think the new R56 version is a tidy-up of the original R50 model introduced here in March 2002, you need to take a closer look. The car is 59mm longer – to meet global crash-test requirements and provide a little more utility in terms of passenger and luggage space – and sits fractionally lower, with a slight reduction in girth. Wheelbase and track measurements are the same as the original. But it shares not one panel with the outgoing model. In fact, the whole proportions have changed, subtly but completely, from the bonnet line to the higher, more wedge-shaped side profile. And the rear-hinged bonnet that swung away along with the front mudguards and headlights to reveal the Mini’s complete front innards when opened has been changed. The headlights are now fixed. Inside, there is an even more radical instrument layout incorporating a central speedo of massive, cartoon-like proportions, and a tachometer now mounted directly ahead of the driver, just as the maker had originally intended with the R50 but was overruled by Australian design regulations. The engines are new, too, sourced from PSA Peugeot Citroen which will use versions in its own products, rather than the original that came from Chrysler. So out goes the Cooper S version’s appealingly vocal supercharged engine and in its place a new direct-injection turbo (with variable valve timing) of exactly the same capacity but offering greater power, lower fuel consumption and more climate-friendly exhaust emissions. The normally aspirated Cooper engine is minus the turbo and the direct injection, but also produces better all-round figures. The all-aluminium engines produce 88kW at 6000rpm and 160Nm at 4250rpm in the base Mini and 128kW at 5500rpm and 240Nm between 1600rpm and 5000rpm in the Cooper S, rising to 260Nm from 1700rpm in overboost mode. Fuel economy is 16 per cent better for the base Cooper, at 5.8L/100km and 20 per cent improved in the S with a combined figure of 6.9L/100km. The new engines connect to new transmissions: a six-speed Getrag manual or a six-speed Aisin auto with steering wheel paddle shifters. As the new car has moved closer to BMW than the Rover-influenced original, you will notice more acronyms creeping into the specifications. For example, the new model picks up ASC+T Automatic Stability Control and Traction as standard across the range, as well as options including bi-Xenon headlights and "Comfort Access" (keyless entry and engine starting). The latter is available because all new Minis come with a push-button start, along with first-time options such as satellite navigation (with TV, screening on the centre display, as a further option) an in-dash CD changer and a bigger, double-tilt sunroof. Particular to the Cooper S, in terms of standard equipment, is a "Sport" button to sharpen the new electric steering as well as accelerator response – and, on auto models, the transmission shift pattern. And if ASC+T is not enough for you, it is also possible to specify the more feature-laden DSC Dynamic Stability Control, which adds things like hill assist and brake assist. As before, there is plenty of distinction between the Cooper and Cooper S, with the latter getting dual central exhausts where the Cooper has just one on the right side, and wider 16-inch alloy wheels on Cooper S compared with the Cooper’s standard 15-inch alloys. Inside the new Mini, there is a totally new look, courtesy of BMW, that is cheaper to build yet higher in quality, less complex but every bit as distinctive as the original. Apart from an all-new dash with those gargantuan round dials, there are new seats and a quite remarkable range of trim options above the standard "Cosmos" cloth in the Cooper and "Chequered" cloth in the Cooper S. The Chilli has its own leather/cloth combination, while full leather is optional on all models. The Chilli Cooper version adds a bit more exterior chrome, cloth/leather "Ray" upholstery, a more upmarket 10-speaker sound system and "Blaster" 16-inch alloys. On top of that, the Cooper S Chilli adds bi-Xenon headlights, the option of tighter sport suspension, "Crown Spoke" 17-inch alloys and automatic climate control. Because the Mini is better specced than before, the price increases – from $1000 for the Cooper S to $1200 for the Cooper – are justifiable. The manual-transmission Cooper now opens at $31,100, the Cooper S at $39,900, and auto transmission adds $2000. The new R56 range embraces the Chilli variant, which adds $3600 to both Cooper and Cooper S, from the start. The new Mini Cooper range will go on sale from March 9. 2007 Mini Cooper pricing: Cooper $31,100 Cooper (a) $33,300 Cooper Chilli $34,700 Cooper Chilli (a) $36,900 Cooper S $39,900 Cooper S (a) $42,100 Cooper S Chili $43,500 Cooper S Chilli (a) $45,700 Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Feb 27th, 2007, 05:47 AM	#8 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by maryc (original) There are two of them over at Rolfe today. Mine is in for a check and we saw them there this morning. I thought that might have been the case. I might have to go for a drive tomorrow lunch time. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Mar 2nd, 2007, 05:42 AM	#18 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	As is customary in our office,we have an afternoon siesta. While sleeping I had a dream that I saw the R56 MINI Cooper and Cooper S. In that dream I saw that some of my concerns over the new MINI were eased, and some were justified. The interior works much better than I first thought and any issues I have over that have since passed. On the exterior I dreamt that the rear section of the car is not too bad, although I still am unsure about the lower valance on the Cooper S, even though the exhaust tips are a vast improvement over the R53 OEM version. However, my dream, sadly, didn't dispel any of my fears about the front of the car. The headlights just don't look right, the design of them is fine and bi-xenons for $1160 is very good pricing it does have to be said. But the way the lights integrated into the bonnet on the old car just solves so many aesthetic problems. Had I never seen the R53 my issues with the R56 lights wouldn't exist, but I have seen the old lights. Then I got to the bonnet scoop, ooh, that wasn't handled all that well. It's bad enough that the scoop is fake, but did they have to... ...then I woke up from my siesta. Just thought I'd share that with you guys. I can't wait to get to my local MINI dealer on March 9 to see how close to reality my dream really was. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Mar 2nd, 2007, 12:04 PM	#20 (permalink)
AndrewH Were there Oompa loompas? Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Canberra Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 4,181 Offline	Fines for dealerships if they show anyone the R56 before the 9th Oh well, I hope I was worth it...... Jan 06 MCS Checkmate

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Feb 19th, 2007, 04:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
85NIXMIN MINI on the brain!!! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 1,084 Offline	Hmm interesting... I'm not sure if I'm liking the 07 MINI... :S It hasn't won me over in the shape of it yet... HAHA...but it may grow on me over time!

Feb 19th, 2007, 08:39 PM	#3 (permalink)
swamos MINI Traitor Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 4,985 Offline	Fascinating. That's a increase of on average about $1000. This is a smaller increase than was forecast IMHO this is a good thing for the brand as it was already very premium on the price

Feb 19th, 2007, 10:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
Paul_T MCS Chilli Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 339 Offline	Good to see they've kept the price stable. Can't wait to take one for a drive now!

Feb 19th, 2007, 11:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
bugiz R56 Nut Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 338 Offline	Yea, when I ordered mine, the dealer quote 44k for a manual MCS Chilli R56 then I added the auto trans. option..

Feb 27th, 2007, 05:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
maryc - Little Miss Sunshine - My Classifieds Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Canberra Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 1,289 Offline	There are two of them over at Rolfe today. Mine is in for a check and we saw them there this morning.

Feb 27th, 2007, 06:19 AM	#9 (permalink)
85NIXMIN MINI on the brain!!! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 1,084 Offline	oooh.... excited much?

Feb 27th, 2007, 06:29 AM	#10 (permalink)
Paul_T MCS Chilli Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 339 Offline	The_Artist.... have you got your R56's yet? I wanna drive one!

Feb 28th, 2007, 01:22 AM	#11 (permalink)
The Artist MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 317 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Paul_T (original) The_Artist.... have you got your R56's yet? I wanna drive one! Unofficially will have them here on friday, but can't show or register(drive) them until the 9th.

Feb 28th, 2007, 01:26 AM	#12 (permalink)
Paul_T MCS Chilli Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 339 Offline	Can you unofficially show it to me on Saturday?

Feb 28th, 2007, 11:53 PM	#13 (permalink)
The Artist MINI2 Regular Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Brisbane Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 317 Offline	I unofficially won't be here on saturday and they will be locked away offsite, away from prying eyes. BMW is very strict on pre-showing and there are fines in place for naughty dealerships.

Mar 1st, 2007, 01:05 AM	#14 (permalink)
Paul_T MCS Chilli Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 339 Offline	Ouch! Ok then, I can wait.

Mar 1st, 2007, 01:05 AM	#15 (permalink)
85NIXMIN MINI on the brain!!! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 1,084 Offline	Awww..what a shame... I'm sure I'll see a few on the roads at no time at all...

Mar 1st, 2007, 03:52 AM	#16 (permalink)
swamos MINI Traitor Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 4,985 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by The Artist (original) I unofficially won't be here on saturday and they will be locked away offsite, away from prying eyes. BMW is very strict on pre-showing and there are fines in place for naughty dealerships. Shhhh .... sometimes people from MINI vist too

Mar 1st, 2007, 02:35 PM	#17 (permalink)
85NIXMIN MINI on the brain!!! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:06 AM Posts: 1,084 Offline	visit.... where??

Mar 2nd, 2007, 06:19 AM	#19 (permalink)
eb/w mini vod kaknockers Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Anytown, Aus Local Time: 07:06 AM Posts: 682 Offline	I will be looking forward to Liam posting wether his concerns are justified on March the 9th and if so can our modern day Nostradamas conjure up some winning lotto numbers or the winner of the next Melbourne cup. Nice work with the sleeping on the job. Thats gold.

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