The new range gets updated looks and adaptive suspension
The Mini line-up of hatches and cabriolets has been revamped with fresher looks and new tech. Picture: SUPPLIED
A new piano-black grille outline gives the Minis a moustache effect. The bumpers get new air curtains for improved aerodynamics and new side scuttles that identify the model, while the fog lamps have been moved inside the round LED headlights that now get matrix technology for enhanced night driving.The wide personalisation choices continue with a choice of body paint finishes that gain three new colours: rooftop grey, island blue and zesty yellow.
The hallmark 8.8 inch touch-operated centre command screen still dominates proceedings and is now enhanced with new graphics. It’s user-friendly and works in conjunction with a mouse controller positioned on the centre console. The entry-level One and Cooper models use the three-pot motor for outputs of 75kW/190Nm and 100kW/220Nm, respectively. They aren’t lacking in bite or refinement and are hooked to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.four cylinder engine for 141kW/ 280Nm and 170kW/320Nm respectively. The S versions use the seven-speed dual clutch while in JCW form it’s a conventional eight-speed automatic. All drive the front wheels.
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