Scorching on the heels of the primary electrical John Cooper Works mannequin, MINI strikes once more with a gasoline scorching hatch. The true JCW variant of the Cooper 3-Door (F66) retains the combustion engine alive for probably a remaining technology. Simply as we suspected, it’s a combined bag since you’re gaining and shedding one thing on the similar time.
Identical Engine As Earlier than, Extra Torque
Beneath the hood, it’s the identical tried-and-tested BMW B48 engine. The turbocharged, 2.0-liter mill continues to pump out 228 horsepower like within the previous JCW F56. Nonetheless, torque is up by a substantial 60 Newton meters (44 pound-feet), reaching a wholesome 380 Nm (280 lb-ft). Since final yr’s John Cooper Works 1TO6 Version was the final of the three-pedal breed, you don’t get a guide gearbox within the new technology.
No Guide Transmission
That’s proper – not even the flagship model of the F66 lineup permits you to row your personal gears. MINI has gone on report a number of occasions to say the guide is lifeless for good. Consequently, the brand new JCW solely provides a dual-clutch automated gearbox. It routes the four-pot energy to the entrance wheels, enabling a 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) run in 6.4 seconds. Flat out, you are able to do 155 mph (250 km/h) within the spicy small hatch.
We might’ve added press pictures of the namesake JCW Trim and chances are high just a few would’ve observed the error. Properly, that’s as a result of the precise John Cooper Works seems to be virtually the identical. Essentially the most noticeable change is on the again the place there’s now a center-exit single exhaust tip. On the entrance, there are extra air inlets for engine cooling and aerodynamic functions. As well as, MINI has added vertical purple reflectors on the entrance bumper’s corners.
There are 17- and 18-inch wheels to select from, with recent designs obtainable just for the full-fat John Cooper Works. Elsewhere, it’s enterprise as ordinary. MINI permits you to choose from 11 physique colours and a purple or black search for the mirrors and roof. In the event you pay further, hood stripes additionally are available both purple or black, along with a darkish badge.
Nearly The Identical Inside As Common Coopers
The inside ought to really feel immediately aware of its purple and black theme and that round OLED middle display screen. Having stated goodbye to actual leather-based, the seats come wrapped in artificial leather-based mixed with a knitted cloth and purple stitching. The dashboard incorporates a knitted floor with a black and purple sample, bringing the racing heritage of MINI John Cooper Works straight into the cockpit.
With the John Cooper Works (F66) and John Cooper Works Convertible (F67) becoming a member of the amped-up electrical hatch (J01) and Aceman crossover J03, MINI has principally completed renewing its complete lineup. Properly, possibly not. We’ve been listening to rumors of a completely electrical convertible that would land in 2027 because the J03. If true, it’ll be assembled at residence in Oxford.
U.S. Pricing
Within the US market, the MINI John Cooper Works 2-Door may have a beginning MSRP of $38,200, with an extra $995 for vacation spot and dealing with. For these in search of a sporty, open-top expertise, the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible will probably be priced from $43,700, plus the identical $995 for vacation spot and dealing with. Manufacturing for each fashions begins in November, with US dealership arrivals anticipated in early January 2025.
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