MINI Cooper Works Clubman - Rear side view MINI Cooper Works Clubman - Rear side view mini cooper works clubman, production, cars, plant, oxford, launch, second-generation, hatch, new, customers, order
Production of John Cooper Works-tuned cars is all set to resume at MINI's Plant Oxford after the launch of the second-generation MINI Cooper S Hatch and new MINI Clubman. From July 2008, customers will be able to order factory-built MINIs that produce 211hp and complete a 0-62mph sprint in 6.5 seconds.
Motor sport has heavily influenced the engineering and development of these new MINIs that feature a larger twin-scroll turbocharger and direct petrol injection with common rail. The four-cylinder engine has had the same modifications as the MINI CHALLENGE race car, along with re-engineered brakes, suspension and strengthened gearing. Each upgrade combines to give the car a remarkable output of 132hp per litre combined with 40mpg.
Expected prices on-the-road are £20,500 for the MINI Cooper John Cooper Works and £21,700 for the MINI Clubman John Cooper Works. The cars will be unveiled for the first time to the public at the International Geneva Motor...
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