MINI SAV: Spy Pics & Info

[Giannis]

Gran Canion?

 

[Cabasse0]

Mini

Scott27 > that's the final deal ? geat

 

[SCOTT27]

Found this interpretation taken from one of the MINI Beachcomber press pictures. In essence the designer has captured the appearance of the new MINI Crossover.
The oversized wheels and Concept Car grille are the main elements that differ from the production car. Here is another image that depicts the production car. Again taken from the Beachcomber Concept , but we know the details are similiar.


It's a great looking compact car and you will see it shortly. @ Detroit they are probably going to officially announce the name.

 

[Mr Robert]

Red springs. JCW Sport Suspension on the quasi SUV?

 

[bigagsl]

to my information they will announce the name at the beginning of february short before the presslaunch of the countryman

 

[Human]

MINI Beachcomber concept

This looks stunning AND gives away styling on the upcoming Mini SAV...

 

[bigagsl]

@scott27
what do you think about this date: 18.01.10?

 

[SCOTT27]

Nice day for an urban party.

 

[bigagsl]

dresscode: psychedelic yellow and black

 

[Human]

If the Mini SAV has the macho looks of the Beachcomber concept I see trouble for X1 & friends

After the comparison between the X1 & A4, I fell in love with the X1. Now I must admit, if I have to choose / purchase (trade in wife's 120i) I would go for the Mini SAV...

 

[Human]

Found this interpretation taken from one of the MINI Beachcomber press pictures. In essence the designer has captured the appearance of the new MINI Crossover.
The oversized wheels and Concept Car grille are the main elements that differ from the production car. Here is another image that depicts the production car. Again taken from the Beachcomber Concept , but we know the details are similiar.


It's a great looking compact car and you will see it shortly. @ Detroit they are probably going to officially announce the name.

GREAT LOOKING! That's the words that describes it PERFECTLY Scott27!

 

[EnI]

If the Mini SAV has the macho looks of the Beachcomber concept I see trouble for X1 & friends

After the comparison between the X1 & A4, I fell in love with the X1. Now I must admit, if I have to choose / purchase (trade in wife's 120i) I would go for the Mini SAV...

Countryman is even smaller than X1 ... And more funky than sporty premium like X1. Different engines, and different price.

 

[Cabasse0]

Mini SAV

Scott > official pics are due next 18th ?

 

[Mii]

Mini Crossover Spyshots

MINI unveiled a new crossover concept at last year’s Paris Motor Show and within just four weeks after its debut the vehicle was given the green light for production. Numerous prototypes have since been spotted testing across Europe, but despite the near-complete look of prototypes, the new crossover won’t reach showrooms until late this year.

The information comes from the boss of MINI brand management Wolfgang Armbrecht. Nicknamed the “Big Mini,” Armbrecht said the vehicle has been designed as a true 4x4 and will be able to seat four-passengers. It will stretch just over 13-feet in length but at the same time it will retain MINI’s "go-kart drive quality”.

Styling of the production model will be very similar to the recently revealed Beachcomber concept, although the rear opening and roof will be simplified extensively. The vehicle will also be instantly recognizable as a MINI and its interior will be packed with innovative storage solutions.

The first versions will be available in front-wheel drive only, with a BMW Xdrive-derived all-wheel drive model set to go on sale soon after the initial launch. Both vehicles will be built by independent vehicle manufacturer Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria.

Pricing for the base Cooper version with front-wheel drive is expected to start at around $29,000, while the range-topping Cooper S with all-wheel drive should be priced somewhere around the $34,000 mark. A high-performance John Cooper Works edition of the MINI crossover has been ruled out for now.

The engine lineup should mirror the powertrain range found in the Cooper and Clubman models, which means a base 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 120-horsepower and 118-pound-feet of torque, a 1.6-liter common-rail diesel with 110-horsepower and 177-pound-feet of torque, and a 1.6-liter turbocharged unit with 175-horsepower and 177-pound-feet of torque. All three engines will be available with a 6-speed manual as standard or an optional 6-speed auto.

As for the name of the crossover, Armbrecht wasn’t willing to reveal any clues. MINI’s marketing chief Ian Robertson has previously revealed that it definitely won’t be called the “Crossman,” which has widely been speculated. Another possibility is that it could be called the “Maxi” or “Colorado,” but without official confirmation it’s still too early to call. The Maxi name, incidentally, comes from a 1960s British Leyland five-door hatch that shared a number of features with a MINI project.

Source: Motorauthority

Headlight shape revealed without the cladding. Now the front overhang looks much shorter and well proportioned with rest of the car.

 

[bigagsl]

Scott > official pics are due next 18th ?

that's it

 

[martinbo]

Heavens above. It's going to be hideous.

 

[Centurion]

^^
Lol, that's a bit harsh Martin. What is there not to like about the utility shape and the cool and funky looks. It will be the SUV that's except from Green Peace hatered. I'm anticipating the car to look fantastic. Sales will be through the roof.

 

[klier]

Heavens above. It's going to be hideous.

I like your X ray vision, tough.

 

[Deleted member 25]

yeah but at the same time martin loves subarus so

 

[Human]

As I said IF the Mini SAV have the macho looks of the Mini Beachcomber concept than I'l have one PLEASE!

(The Pshycho camo and black wheels makes it look...not good)

Martin my fellow countryman....you don't like the Mini SAV? Cruel!