How good is the R56 heater v R53 (not controls)

[JohnWB]

I was wondering how good the R56 heater is compared to the R53 especialy the amount of heat to the feet

[Paul]

I honestly think the heater vent positions are slightly better on the new MINI, but there's not much in it in terms of power of air etc.

[JohnWB]

Thats Ok, the airflow before was not very good to your feet & too good to your face

[Sir Johnaraz]

Agree with previous posts...Also I have to add that in my opinion its quieter than the old one (MCS facelift)...

[Olly.]

Not to mention how quickly heat gets into the cabin. The heaters have heat coming out of them within about 30 seconds.

[British SD]

Quote: Originally Posted by Olly. (original)

Not to mention how quickly heat gets into the cabin. The heaters have heat coming out of them within about 30 seconds.

Is that because the new lightweight alloy engine block transfers heat to the coolant flowing through faster?

[KenL]

Quote: Originally Posted by Olly. (original)

Not to mention how quickly heat gets into the cabin. The heaters have heat coming out of them within about 30 seconds.

Agreed, it heats up really fast - almost like there is an auxilliary heater

[steeve]

Its no where near as good as my A3 was.

[matrog]

I've found airflow to feet much better. I could hardly feel it on the old model, but can feel the nice warm air on my cold toes in the R56

[sharpy14]

Maybe it's a mini thing, but I can't find a happy balance with the heating, it is either too hot or too cold and I am forever faffing about adjusting it