Clubman [Official] The New MINI Clubman

[Giannis]

I never said it was family car it's a second car. But second cars are often used for hauling the kids if needed to. I have a car seat and a booster in the A1. The A1 Sportback has a longer and wider opening back doors than the 5dr MINI, which makes it easier to get my daughter into and out of, it also has a bigger boot.

I had a Countryman, I would not buy one again, it's a car which doesn't know what it is supposed to be. IMO it would have been a much better car if MINI hadn't tried to pretend it was an SUV, on lower suspension with reduced ride height they are much better, I've driven a couple which have been lowered, I should have done the same to mine, it really does turn a pigs ear into a silk purse.

Why, for God's sake, did you buy your MINI then?

Before ordering, you didn't see it, see how it's doors open or drive it?

Or it fell from the sky?

 

[KiwiRob]

Why, for God's sake, did you buy your MINI then?

Before ordering, you didn't see it, see how it's doors open or drive it?

Or it fell from the sky?

Fell from the sky, I bought one of the first ones in Norway, the dealer didn't have a demo car. I (stupidly) thought since the Clubman I replaced it with was an excellent car and the MINI before that was also good, MINI would have done a decent job on the Countryman.

 

[Giannis]

Fell from the sky, I bought one of the first ones in Norway, the dealer didn't have a demo car. I (stupidly) thought since the Clubman I replaced it with was an excellent car and the MINI before that was also good, MINI would have done a decent job on the Countryman.

So, the Clubman is not necessarily rubbish. It's just that it wasn't what you expected and you constantly vent out your anger, busting our balls, because you (stupidly) bought one without seeing it first.

Now it all makes sense.

 

[KiwiRob]

The new Clubman looks rubbish, it wouldn't take much to improve it, I don't know what it will be like to drive, I'll wait until I get an invite to drive it. The old Clubman was a great drive, IMO the best of the 2nd Gen MINI's, the longer wheelbase made it feel a lot more stable and cut out the choppy ride or the 3dr.

 

[SCOTT27]

Kind of detracting from this fantastic new car the past few messages.

 

[marley71]

 

[Rainer271]

2016 MINI Clubman S photographed in the metal

 

[SCOTT27]

My transportation to the IAA this year. For now a look at the Cooper S and JCW aeropacket.

 

[marley71]

@SCOTT27 ...we've been waiting patiently for news on this car. Can't wait to get a feel for its size.

 

[Giannis]

Do I see a rusted exhaust silencer?

 

[Mars1965]

Do I see a rusted exhaust silencer?

 

[Rainer271]

Do I see a rusted exhaust silencer?

Could it be this is no rust but a stain brought about heat?

 

[Rainer271]

2016 MINI Clubman performance specs released ahead of Frankfurt

2016 MINI Clubman

MINI has released new details about the 2016 Clubman following a preview earlier this year.

Set to go on sale in Germany on Halloween, the redesigned Clubman is essentially an enlarged version of the Cooper five-door as it's 27cm longer, 9cm wider and rides on a wheelbase that has been stretched 10cm. The larger dimensions create a more accommodating cabin and cargo compartment which can hold up to 1250 liters (44.1 cubic feet) of luggage when the rear seats are folded down.

On the performance front, the entry-level One D Clubman has a 1.5-liter three-cylinder diesel engine with 116 PS (85 kW) and 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) of torque. It's not exactly fast as it takes 10.4 seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km/h but on the upside it averages between 3.8- and 3.9 L/100km.

The Cooper D Clubman is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine which develops 150 PS (110 kW) and 330 Nm (243 lb-ft) of torque. This allows the model to run from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 - 8.6 seconds

The most powerful diesel variant is the Cooper SD Clubman which features a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine that produces 190 PS (140 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It enables the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 7.4 seconds.

On the petrol side, the entry-level One Clubman has an anemic 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine that churns out 102 PS (75 kW) and 180 Nm (132 lb-ft) of torque. Acceleration is unsurprisingly slow as the dash from 0-100 km/h takes between 11.1 - 11.7 seconds.

Moving up to the Cooper Clubman rewards buyers with a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine that produces 136 PS (100 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque - 230 Nm (169 lb-ft) with overboost. In terms of performance, the car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 9.1 seconds and return between 5.1 - 5.3 L/100km.

Last but not least, the Cooper S Clubman has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 192 PS (141 kW) and 280 Nm (206 lb-ft) of torque - 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) with overboost. This allows the model to run from 0-100 km/h in as little as 7.1 seconds.

Source: MINI

 

[marley71]

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[SCOTT27]

The MINI Cooper Clubman with its three cylinder engine is a peach of a car.
Its fabulous.

Also gone is the typical MINI coloured boxes and the snappy marketing blurbs. Replaced by a more sophisticated boutique-style image with similarities to how Rolls-Royce present their products. The parallels are similar-one catering for the ultimate in luxury products the other for a premium product at the other end of the market. The perfect bookends for BMW.

 

[Giannis]

I'd get one just for those rear barn doors. It's cool and just like most cool things, also useless. And just like most useless, cool things, I want one.

 

[Rainer271]

2016 MINI Clubman priced from $24,100 in the U.S.

2016 MINI Clubman

MINI has announced the 2016 Clubman will be priced from $24,100 in the United States.

Set to arrive at dealerships in January, the entry-level Cooper Clubman features a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, a dual-zone automatic climate control system and a MINI Connected infotainment system with 6.5-inch display. The model also has rain-sensing wipers, Carbon Black leatherette upholstery and 16-inch forged alloy wheels.

Power is provided by a 1.5-liter TwinPower Turbo three-cylinder engine that develops 134 bhp and 162 lb-ft of torque. It enables the model to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 8.9 seconds before hitting a top speed of 127 mph.

The Cooper S Clubman starts at $27,650 and features all the aforementioned equipment as well as sport seats, fog lights and 17-inch forged alloy wheels.

The model also has a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder engine that produces 189 bhp and 207 lb-ft of torque. This enables the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in as little as 6.9 seconds before topping out at 142 mph

Note: Prices exclude an $850 Destination & Handling fee.

Source: MINI USA

 

[marley71]

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I'm thinking cooper black on black roof and mirrors, I know, terribly original.

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[marley71]

Mini config site needs to give more viewing options than front and rear 3/4. That being said, I think the white top looks better.

 

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Good views of base model.