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New electric Mini Cooper SE revealed … and confirmed for SA
The new Mini Cooper SE has been revealed as the brand’s first fully electric model ... and it’s headed to South Africa in “limited quantities” in the first quarter of 2021.
The BMW-backed firm says the new three-door model’s lithium-ion battery – sited “deep in the vehicle floor” – enables a range of between 235 to 270 km. The 32,6 kWh battery can be charged at a household socket, wallbox or public charging station, with fast direct-current charging possible at up to 50 kW.
Its electric motor will offer 135 kW and 270 N.m to the front wheels via a single-speed transmission (and an integrated differential), facilitating a sprint from zero to 60 km/h in a claimed 3,9 seconds and from zero to 100 km/h in a claimed 7,3 seconds. Top speed is limited to 150 km/h.
Four driving modes will be offered: mid, sport, green and green+. Interestingly, the new Cooper SE is also the first electrically powered model from the BMW Group in which the driver can influence the degree of energy recuperation efficiency via a toggle switch (effectively alllowing the driver to configure the system's braking effect).
The positioning of the battery pack means the Cooper SE is able to offer the same luggage space as the conventionally powered three-door model: a claimed 211 litres, expanding to 731 litres with the rear bench folded down.
https://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-models/new-electric-mini-cooper-se-revealed-and-confirmed-for-sa/
The new Mini Cooper SE has been revealed as the brand’s first fully electric model ... and it’s headed to South Africa in “limited quantities” in the first quarter of 2021.
The BMW-backed firm says the new three-door model’s lithium-ion battery – sited “deep in the vehicle floor” – enables a range of between 235 to 270 km. The 32,6 kWh battery can be charged at a household socket, wallbox or public charging station, with fast direct-current charging possible at up to 50 kW.
Its electric motor will offer 135 kW and 270 N.m to the front wheels via a single-speed transmission (and an integrated differential), facilitating a sprint from zero to 60 km/h in a claimed 3,9 seconds and from zero to 100 km/h in a claimed 7,3 seconds. Top speed is limited to 150 km/h.
Four driving modes will be offered: mid, sport, green and green+. Interestingly, the new Cooper SE is also the first electrically powered model from the BMW Group in which the driver can influence the degree of energy recuperation efficiency via a toggle switch (effectively alllowing the driver to configure the system's braking effect).
The positioning of the battery pack means the Cooper SE is able to offer the same luggage space as the conventionally powered three-door model: a claimed 211 litres, expanding to 731 litres with the rear bench folded down.
https://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-models/new-electric-mini-cooper-se-revealed-and-confirmed-for-sa/
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Mini reveals Cooper SE electric car and it's coming to SA
Mini has pulled the covers off its first mass production electric car, and it’s coming to South Africa, albeit in limited volumes, with the first units expected to touch down in the first quarter of 2021.
The Mini Cooper SE is powered by a front-mounted electric motor that produces 135kW and 270Nm, and is fed by 12 lithium ion batteries mounted in the vehicle’s floor, or more specifically beneath the front and rear seats so as not to intrude on passenger and boot space.
Batteries are heavy things, but the Mini SE’s weight gain is not too catastrophic - at 1365kg unladen, the car weighs 145kg more than a Mini Cooper S.
Performance is also on the lively side (remember, you are getting loads of instantaneous torque) and Mini claims the little hatch will sprint from 0-100km/h in 7.3 seconds, but it’s not for speed junkies as Mini has limited the top speed to 150km/h.
Yet the most important number in an EV conversation is range, and to that end Mini claims that the SE will manage between 235 and 270 kilometres between charges, depending on what official driving cycle you're talking about.
Power goes to the front wheels through a single-stage transmission.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...se-electric-car-and-its-coming-to-sa-28933960
Mini has pulled the covers off its first mass production electric car, and it’s coming to South Africa, albeit in limited volumes, with the first units expected to touch down in the first quarter of 2021.
The Mini Cooper SE is powered by a front-mounted electric motor that produces 135kW and 270Nm, and is fed by 12 lithium ion batteries mounted in the vehicle’s floor, or more specifically beneath the front and rear seats so as not to intrude on passenger and boot space.
Batteries are heavy things, but the Mini SE’s weight gain is not too catastrophic - at 1365kg unladen, the car weighs 145kg more than a Mini Cooper S.
Performance is also on the lively side (remember, you are getting loads of instantaneous torque) and Mini claims the little hatch will sprint from 0-100km/h in 7.3 seconds, but it’s not for speed junkies as Mini has limited the top speed to 150km/h.
Yet the most important number in an EV conversation is range, and to that end Mini claims that the SE will manage between 235 and 270 kilometres between charges, depending on what official driving cycle you're talking about.
Power goes to the front wheels through a single-stage transmission.
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...se-electric-car-and-its-coming-to-sa-28933960
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Promo video of the Mini Electric
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All-Electric Mini Cooper SE for SA in 2021
Mini has revealed its new all-electric Cooper hatchback and its local arrival has been confirmed for 2021. Details below…
It may look like a run-of-the-mill Mini Cooper but this one is all-electric...
Based on the Mini 3-door, the Cooper SE is equipped with an electric motor that offers 135 kW and 270 Nm of torque and a model-specific, 32.6 kWh lithium-ion battery with 12 modules that allow for an all-electric range of between 235 to 270 km. The front-wheel-drive Cooper SE offers emission-free driving while retaining its fun-to-drive character.
Power delivery is spontaneous and it has a low centre of gravity which ensures a zero to 100 kph time of 7.3 seconds. The electric motor is also much lighter than a conventional engine which further enhances handling ability. Also, with the battery placed deep in the vehicle floor, luggage space is not compromised. Load space is claimed at 211 litres, expanding to 731 litres with the rear seats folded down. The Cooper SE does, however, stand 18 mm higher than a standard 3-door Mini Cooper to accommodate the battery and is only 145 kg heavier than a 3-door Cooper S.
In terms of charging, the Cooper SE can be juiced-up using a household socket (80% in 2.5 hours), wallbox (80% in 2.5 hours), public charging station or fast-direct charging at up to 50 kW (80% in 35 minutes).
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/all-electric-mini-cooper-se-for-sa-in-2021/47016/
Mini has revealed its new all-electric Cooper hatchback and its local arrival has been confirmed for 2021. Details below…
It may look like a run-of-the-mill Mini Cooper but this one is all-electric...
Based on the Mini 3-door, the Cooper SE is equipped with an electric motor that offers 135 kW and 270 Nm of torque and a model-specific, 32.6 kWh lithium-ion battery with 12 modules that allow for an all-electric range of between 235 to 270 km. The front-wheel-drive Cooper SE offers emission-free driving while retaining its fun-to-drive character.
Power delivery is spontaneous and it has a low centre of gravity which ensures a zero to 100 kph time of 7.3 seconds. The electric motor is also much lighter than a conventional engine which further enhances handling ability. Also, with the battery placed deep in the vehicle floor, luggage space is not compromised. Load space is claimed at 211 litres, expanding to 731 litres with the rear seats folded down. The Cooper SE does, however, stand 18 mm higher than a standard 3-door Mini Cooper to accommodate the battery and is only 145 kg heavier than a 3-door Cooper S.
In terms of charging, the Cooper SE can be juiced-up using a household socket (80% in 2.5 hours), wallbox (80% in 2.5 hours), public charging station or fast-direct charging at up to 50 kW (80% in 35 minutes).
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/all-electric-mini-cooper-se-for-sa-in-2021/47016/
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MotorMatters review of the updated Cooper S 5-door auto
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Mini to shrink flagship hatch and launch Traveller crossover
Traveller nameplate to be revived for a new compact SUV in Mini’s cross-range reinvention
Mini is seeking to reduce the size of its core three-door hatchback model when it enters its fourth generation under BMW ownership.
The fourth-gen BMW Mini range, due in 2022 or 2023, is also set to expand to include a new compact crossover model, as first revealed by Autocar recently.
Speaking to Autocar at the recent Frankfurt motor show, Mini boss Bernd Körber said he’d like to see Mini “grow in some aspects” while he’d also “love to see the core Mini shrink again”.
That latter point is currently the focus of the new car’s early development. There is an acknowledgement within the company that the core three-door hatchback has grown too large and its proportions lack the compact look of the earlier BMW-produced models, particularly around the front overhang.
Although it won’t dramatically shrink the car’s footprint, the altered proportions, particularly at the front, should give it a more compact look. Mini is also seeking to incorporate some of the packaging lessons learned from the Electric three-door hatch into the standard car, which will be offered with petrol and electric drivetrains in its next generation.
www.autocar.co.uk
Traveller nameplate to be revived for a new compact SUV in Mini’s cross-range reinvention
Mini is seeking to reduce the size of its core three-door hatchback model when it enters its fourth generation under BMW ownership.
The fourth-gen BMW Mini range, due in 2022 or 2023, is also set to expand to include a new compact crossover model, as first revealed by Autocar recently.
Speaking to Autocar at the recent Frankfurt motor show, Mini boss Bernd Körber said he’d like to see Mini “grow in some aspects” while he’d also “love to see the core Mini shrink again”.
That latter point is currently the focus of the new car’s early development. There is an acknowledgement within the company that the core three-door hatchback has grown too large and its proportions lack the compact look of the earlier BMW-produced models, particularly around the front overhang.
Although it won’t dramatically shrink the car’s footprint, the altered proportions, particularly at the front, should give it a more compact look. Mini is also seeking to incorporate some of the packaging lessons learned from the Electric three-door hatch into the standard car, which will be offered with petrol and electric drivetrains in its next generation.
Mini to shrink flagship hatch and launch Traveller crossover | Autocar
Traveller nameplate to be revived for a new compact SUV in Mini’s cross-range reinvention
www.autocar.co.uk
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Next-gen Mini Cooper to shrink in size
Mini enthusiasts have long bemoaned the fact the firm's recent releases are a far cry from the diminutive original car, growing year on year. But according to Mini boss Bernd Körber, the brand would like to see the next-generation model scale things down a bit.
Speaking to Autocar, Körber admits there's consensus within the company that the premium hatch has grown a bit too much in size and that the current design is missing the compact proportions of the R53 and R56 models.
Körber states that the new model - due in 2022-2023 - will not shrink by much, but alterations to its proportions will make it appear more compact. Lessons learned from the development of the electric three-door hatch will also aid in the tailoring process.
“Hopefully in the next generation, we can make it even more compact, back to where Mini comes from.” Körber says.
Körber also confirms that the five-door, Cabriolet, Clubman and Countryman will remain part of the brand’s strategy. In addition, there are plans to add another crossover to the range. Wearing the Traveller badge, this model will be larger than the Countryman, placing an emphasis on practicality.
www.carmag.co.za
Mini enthusiasts have long bemoaned the fact the firm's recent releases are a far cry from the diminutive original car, growing year on year. But according to Mini boss Bernd Körber, the brand would like to see the next-generation model scale things down a bit.
Speaking to Autocar, Körber admits there's consensus within the company that the premium hatch has grown a bit too much in size and that the current design is missing the compact proportions of the R53 and R56 models.
Körber states that the new model - due in 2022-2023 - will not shrink by much, but alterations to its proportions will make it appear more compact. Lessons learned from the development of the electric three-door hatch will also aid in the tailoring process.
“Hopefully in the next generation, we can make it even more compact, back to where Mini comes from.” Körber says.
Körber also confirms that the five-door, Cabriolet, Clubman and Countryman will remain part of the brand’s strategy. In addition, there are plans to add another crossover to the range. Wearing the Traveller badge, this model will be larger than the Countryman, placing an emphasis on practicality.
Next-gen Mini Cooper to shrink in size - CAR Magazine
Mini enthusiasts have long bemoaned the fact the firm’s recent releases are a far cry from the diminutive original car, growing year on year. But... Read more →
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Mini JCW vs Abarth 595 - Autocar
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SEE | Electric Mini takes on the 'Green Hell' (without braking)
When Mini took its electric-powered hatch to the famous 20.8km-long North Loop of the Nürburgring, few would have expected a take on a challenge as interesting as this one: drive the 'Green Hell' in Green Mode without braking.
But that's exactly what they did. The Cooper SE has a trick up its sleeve called energy recuperation, it uses the electric motor to supply more or less energy back to the high-voltage battery as soon as the driver takes their foot off the pedal.
So, how fast can the new Cooper SE take curves like the right-hander at the Bergwerk (mine), the Caracciola-Karussell (carousel), or the right-left switchback from the Stefan-Bellof-S going on to Schwalbenschwanz (Swallow’s Tail) without the driver having to touch the brake pedal a single time?
The set up would see the driver only use Green Mode, all auxiliary systems such as climate control and seat heating were switched off to conserve energy.
www.wheels24.co.za
When Mini took its electric-powered hatch to the famous 20.8km-long North Loop of the Nürburgring, few would have expected a take on a challenge as interesting as this one: drive the 'Green Hell' in Green Mode without braking.
But that's exactly what they did. The Cooper SE has a trick up its sleeve called energy recuperation, it uses the electric motor to supply more or less energy back to the high-voltage battery as soon as the driver takes their foot off the pedal.
So, how fast can the new Cooper SE take curves like the right-hander at the Bergwerk (mine), the Caracciola-Karussell (carousel), or the right-left switchback from the Stefan-Bellof-S going on to Schwalbenschwanz (Swallow’s Tail) without the driver having to touch the brake pedal a single time?
The set up would see the driver only use Green Mode, all auxiliary systems such as climate control and seat heating were switched off to conserve energy.
SEE | Electric Mini takes on the 'Green Hell' (without braking) | Life
Can an electric-powered Mini be driven around the famous North Loop of the Nurburgring race track in Germany without dabbing the brake pedal? Find out.
www.wheels24.co.za
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The 2020 Mini Cooper SE Electric's Price Is Slightly Less Disappointing Than Its Range
It’s hard to believe that it was ten years ago that BMW/Mini first offered (well, in a limited release) an electric car, the Mini E. That EV Mini could go 100 miles on a full charge (though at the time it was sometimes reported as 156 miles, which must have been under utopian circumstances). This all-new 2020 Mini Cooper SE has a range of 114 miles, a solid decade later. That’s, uh, pretty shitty.
Oh, and if you’re into fun-looking EVs with wildly outdated range numbers, it’ll set you back $30,750.
Of course, there is the possibility of getting up to $7,500 in federal tax credits and state incentives, but even so, a car like the Hyundai Kona isn’t all that much more ($36,950) and can go 258 miles per charge. Really, if you’re a budget-conscious EV buyer, a Nissan Leaf starts under 30 grand and goes 150 miles per charge. Or you could find a two-year-old Fiat 500e for under $10,000.
Granted, the 500e’s range is extremely limited and even the VW eGolf everybody seems to love claims a modest 125-mile range. But that’s still more than 114.
The Mini Cooper SE isn’t all bad, though: Mini managed to cram the T-shaped battery underfloor without reducing any of the Mini’s rear luggage space, I like the odd asymmetrical wheels, and the taillights are by far the best-in-class choice for anyone buying a car based on vexillological reasons.
jalopnik.com
It’s hard to believe that it was ten years ago that BMW/Mini first offered (well, in a limited release) an electric car, the Mini E. That EV Mini could go 100 miles on a full charge (though at the time it was sometimes reported as 156 miles, which must have been under utopian circumstances). This all-new 2020 Mini Cooper SE has a range of 114 miles, a solid decade later. That’s, uh, pretty shitty.
Oh, and if you’re into fun-looking EVs with wildly outdated range numbers, it’ll set you back $30,750.
Of course, there is the possibility of getting up to $7,500 in federal tax credits and state incentives, but even so, a car like the Hyundai Kona isn’t all that much more ($36,950) and can go 258 miles per charge. Really, if you’re a budget-conscious EV buyer, a Nissan Leaf starts under 30 grand and goes 150 miles per charge. Or you could find a two-year-old Fiat 500e for under $10,000.
Granted, the 500e’s range is extremely limited and even the VW eGolf everybody seems to love claims a modest 125-mile range. But that’s still more than 114.
The Mini Cooper SE isn’t all bad, though: Mini managed to cram the T-shaped battery underfloor without reducing any of the Mini’s rear luggage space, I like the odd asymmetrical wheels, and the taillights are by far the best-in-class choice for anyone buying a car based on vexillological reasons.
The 2020 Mini Cooper SE Electric's Price Is Slightly Less Disappointing Than Its Range - Jalopnik
It’s hard to believe that it was ten years ago that BMW/Mini first offered (well, in a limited release) an electric car, the Mini E. That EV Mini could go 100 miles on a full charge (though at the time it was sometimes reported as 156 miles, which must have been under utopian circumstances)...
jalopnik.com
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WATCH | The Mini goes green with its new electric model
Mini has long been a favourite of many and now has its own electric version of the manufacturer's popular hatch model.
Powered by a 32.6kWh battery, it has a power figure of 134kW and reaches the 0-100km/h mark in 7.3-seconds. The battery boasts a range of 233km.
The new MINI Cooper SE will be available for sale in South Africa, in limited quantities, from the first quarter of 2021.
m.wheels24.co.za
Mini has long been a favourite of many and now has its own electric version of the manufacturer's popular hatch model.
Powered by a 32.6kWh battery, it has a power figure of 134kW and reaches the 0-100km/h mark in 7.3-seconds. The battery boasts a range of 233km.
The new MINI Cooper SE will be available for sale in South Africa, in limited quantities, from the first quarter of 2021.
WATCH | The Mini goes green with its new electric model | Life
Mini has long been a favourite of many and now has its own electric version of the manufacturer's popular hatch model.
m.wheels24.co.za
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New electric Mini models to be built in China
New BMW Group and Great Wall plant will produce Mini EVs – but Oxford will "remain the heart" of operations
Electric Mini models will be built at a new plant in China through a joint venture between the BMW Group and Great Wall Motor – but BMW has pledged Oxford will remain "the heart and home" of the brand’s production operation.
The German company and Chinese firm Great Wall have launched a new joint venture, Spotlight Automotive, to build and run the £555 million factory in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu province. Due to open in 2022, it will employ 3000 staff and have a capacity of up to 160,000 vehicles per year.
www.autocar.co.uk
New BMW Group and Great Wall plant will produce Mini EVs – but Oxford will "remain the heart" of operations
Electric Mini models will be built at a new plant in China through a joint venture between the BMW Group and Great Wall Motor – but BMW has pledged Oxford will remain "the heart and home" of the brand’s production operation.
The German company and Chinese firm Great Wall have launched a new joint venture, Spotlight Automotive, to build and run the £555 million factory in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu province. Due to open in 2022, it will employ 3000 staff and have a capacity of up to 160,000 vehicles per year.
New electric Mini models to be built in China | Autocar
New BMW Group and Great Wall plant will produce Mini EVs – but Oxford will "remain the heart" of operations
www.autocar.co.uk
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MotorMatters review of the Mini One 3-door auto
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Mini Cooper S Automatic (2019) Review
Fast Facts
Price: R473 380 (As of December 2019)
Engine: 2.0-litre turbopetrol
Power/Torque: 141 kW / 280 Nm
Transmission: 7-speed automatic
Fuel Consumption: 5.4 L/100 km (claimed)
Load space: 278 litres
Pricing and warranty
The Mini Cooper S hatchback is priced from R473 380 and is sold with a 2-year/unlimited km warranty and a 5-year/100 000km maintenance plan.
Verdict
If you are looking for a premium hatchback that offers punchy performance, fun handling ability and youthful (design) appeal, then perhaps the Cooper S is worth a closer look, but you must consider and think about a few factors first. It’s a niche product and has a few drawbacks, of which its lack of interior and luggage space are the principal ones.
As it stands, the Cooper S is pricey and, if you are ticking off desirable options then the price will escalate above R500k and beyond very quickly. If you are okay with that, then you also need to consider looking at newer premium hatchbacks such as the Audi A1 and Mercedes-Benz A-Class, which are arguably more stylish and sophisticated than the ageing Mini Cooper S. Those rivals are also more spacious, practical and arguably more premium than the Mini.
From a performance perspective, the Mini Cooper S is somewhat outgunned by the similarly-priced Audi A1 40 TFSI Sportback, as well as the considerably-cheaper Volkswagen Polo GTI. Now that newer products have joined this segment, the Mini's no longer the default choice for driving enthusiasts, but the Cooper S still has its charm and if you are willing to accept its quirks, you’ll have tonnes of fun behind the wheel.
www.cars.co.za
Fast Facts
Price: R473 380 (As of December 2019)
Engine: 2.0-litre turbopetrol
Power/Torque: 141 kW / 280 Nm
Transmission: 7-speed automatic
Fuel Consumption: 5.4 L/100 km (claimed)
Load space: 278 litres
Pricing and warranty
The Mini Cooper S hatchback is priced from R473 380 and is sold with a 2-year/unlimited km warranty and a 5-year/100 000km maintenance plan.
Verdict
If you are looking for a premium hatchback that offers punchy performance, fun handling ability and youthful (design) appeal, then perhaps the Cooper S is worth a closer look, but you must consider and think about a few factors first. It’s a niche product and has a few drawbacks, of which its lack of interior and luggage space are the principal ones.
As it stands, the Cooper S is pricey and, if you are ticking off desirable options then the price will escalate above R500k and beyond very quickly. If you are okay with that, then you also need to consider looking at newer premium hatchbacks such as the Audi A1 and Mercedes-Benz A-Class, which are arguably more stylish and sophisticated than the ageing Mini Cooper S. Those rivals are also more spacious, practical and arguably more premium than the Mini.
From a performance perspective, the Mini Cooper S is somewhat outgunned by the similarly-priced Audi A1 40 TFSI Sportback, as well as the considerably-cheaper Volkswagen Polo GTI. Now that newer products have joined this segment, the Mini's no longer the default choice for driving enthusiasts, but the Cooper S still has its charm and if you are willing to accept its quirks, you’ll have tonnes of fun behind the wheel.
Mini Cooper S Automatic (2019) Review
It’s been well over a year since the Mini Cooper range received a subtle, yet effective update, but just how competitive is the Mini Cooper S automatic in South Africa's premium hatchback segment? Let’s take a look! We Like: Punchy engine, handling ability, boutique appeal We Don’t Like: Pricey...
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Mini Convertible Sidewalk Edition
Winter is upon us and next spring is already being awaited with great anticipation. MINI is doing its share in this respect and presents a particularly exclusive opportunity to enjoy driving pleasure without a fixed roof over your head. With its individual design and equipment features, the new MINI Convertible Sidewalk offers ideal conditions for making an extroverted appearance in urban traffic. The innovative and precisely coordinated colour and material concept of the new edition model sets fresh highlights for individual style and spontaneous joie de vivre. The new MINI Convertible Sidewalk will be available worldwide from March 2020. There are three engine versions for the edition model of the open-top premium small car.
Variants of the exterior paintwork, soft top design, rim styling and interior fittings developed especially for the edition model, as well as numerous specific design accents, give the new MINI Convertible Sidewalk its unmistakable charisma. The expressive exterior and the stylish ambience in the interior make for a particularly emotional and hallmark MINI open-air experience. With the MINI Convertible Sidewalk, the traditional British premium car manufacturer has once again created an attractive combination of MINI typical go-kart feeling and exclusive flair to provide a unique open-top driving experience. An edition model of the same name of the first open-top MINI generation already heightened open-top driving fun considerably. The direct predecessor of the current open-top four-seater, the MINI Convertible Highgate, also ranks among the top model highlights of the British premium brand.
Winter is upon us and next spring is already being awaited with great anticipation. MINI is doing its share in this respect and presents a particularly exclusive opportunity to enjoy driving pleasure without a fixed roof over your head. With its individual design and equipment features, the new MINI Convertible Sidewalk offers ideal conditions for making an extroverted appearance in urban traffic. The innovative and precisely coordinated colour and material concept of the new edition model sets fresh highlights for individual style and spontaneous joie de vivre. The new MINI Convertible Sidewalk will be available worldwide from March 2020. There are three engine versions for the edition model of the open-top premium small car.
Variants of the exterior paintwork, soft top design, rim styling and interior fittings developed especially for the edition model, as well as numerous specific design accents, give the new MINI Convertible Sidewalk its unmistakable charisma. The expressive exterior and the stylish ambience in the interior make for a particularly emotional and hallmark MINI open-air experience. With the MINI Convertible Sidewalk, the traditional British premium car manufacturer has once again created an attractive combination of MINI typical go-kart feeling and exclusive flair to provide a unique open-top driving experience. An edition model of the same name of the first open-top MINI generation already heightened open-top driving fun considerably. The direct predecessor of the current open-top four-seater, the MINI Convertible Highgate, also ranks among the top model highlights of the British premium brand.
Mini Convertible Sidewalk Edition (2020)
The drive range for the new Mini Convertible Sidewalk is made up of three petrol engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo technology. The new MINI One Convertible Sidewalk...
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New limited-run Mini Convertible Sidewalk priced from £34,215
Special edition features bespoke design elements, colour schemes and standard equipment
The new Mini Convertible Sidewalk edition is a highly equipped special edition with bespoke exterior and interior design features.
The Convertible Sidewalk is priced from £34,215 - £8020 more than the standard Mini Cooper S Convertible. It's available to order now and will enter production in March.
It can be specified in a range of colours, including a new Deep Laguna blue, and is decorated with bespoke two-tone racing stripes down its bonnet and colour-coded wing mirror caps.
The folding fabric roof has been redesigned specifically for the Sidewalk edition, now featuring a woven arrow pattern in the style of a chequered flag. The model is further differentiated with a set of 17in lightweight alloy wheels painted in a unique two-tone colour scheme.
The arrow motif features additionally on the side indicator housings, while the aluminium treadplates bear the Sidewalk name. The seats are trimmed in grey leather surrounded by contrasting yellow braided piping, with additional bespoke features including subtle Sidewalk badging and contrasting trim elements.
www.autocar.co.uk
Special edition features bespoke design elements, colour schemes and standard equipment
The new Mini Convertible Sidewalk edition is a highly equipped special edition with bespoke exterior and interior design features.
The Convertible Sidewalk is priced from £34,215 - £8020 more than the standard Mini Cooper S Convertible. It's available to order now and will enter production in March.
It can be specified in a range of colours, including a new Deep Laguna blue, and is decorated with bespoke two-tone racing stripes down its bonnet and colour-coded wing mirror caps.
The folding fabric roof has been redesigned specifically for the Sidewalk edition, now featuring a woven arrow pattern in the style of a chequered flag. The model is further differentiated with a set of 17in lightweight alloy wheels painted in a unique two-tone colour scheme.
The arrow motif features additionally on the side indicator housings, while the aluminium treadplates bear the Sidewalk name. The seats are trimmed in grey leather surrounded by contrasting yellow braided piping, with additional bespoke features including subtle Sidewalk badging and contrasting trim elements.
New limited-run Mini Convertible Sidewalk priced from £34,215 | Autocar
Special edition features bespoke design elements, colour schemes and standard equipment
www.autocar.co.uk
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SA-bound Mini Convertible 'Sidewalk' is no pavement special
The Mini Convertible Sidewalk edition is making a comeback and with its array of exclusive design features, it's certainly not a pavement special.
Due to hit South African shores during the second quarter of this year, the new Sidewalk edition is a follow-up to the Highgate as well as the Sidewalk edition that was available in the first generation.
The new Sidewalk is set apart by a number of unique features inside and out.
These include model-specific 17-inch ‘Scissor Spoke’ two-tone alloy wheels as well as a unique Deep Laguna metallic exterior paint colour, which is being offered for the first time with this edition, but if that’s not up your - er - sidewalk, White Silver and Thunder Grey are available as options.
The Sidewalk also receives bespoke bonnet stripes with contrasting colour edges as well as a woven-in arrow graphic on the electrically retractable soft top.
www.iol.co.za
The Mini Convertible Sidewalk edition is making a comeback and with its array of exclusive design features, it's certainly not a pavement special.
Due to hit South African shores during the second quarter of this year, the new Sidewalk edition is a follow-up to the Highgate as well as the Sidewalk edition that was available in the first generation.
The new Sidewalk is set apart by a number of unique features inside and out.
These include model-specific 17-inch ‘Scissor Spoke’ two-tone alloy wheels as well as a unique Deep Laguna metallic exterior paint colour, which is being offered for the first time with this edition, but if that’s not up your - er - sidewalk, White Silver and Thunder Grey are available as options.
The Sidewalk also receives bespoke bonnet stripes with contrasting colour edges as well as a woven-in arrow graphic on the electrically retractable soft top.
SA-bound Mini Convertible 'Sidewalk' is no pavement special
The Mini Convertible Sidewalk edition is making a comeback, and it's set apart by a number of unique design features.
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Mini Cooper Sidewalk Convertible revealed – confirmed for SA
Mini is getting a a rolling start to the year with the reveal of its special edition Sidewalk Convertible, which is set to arrive in South Africa by Q2 2020. The new derivative will be available in two engine variants and features a catalogue of unique details and kit.
The Sidewalk is detailed in a Deep Laguna metallic body paint with model-specific bonnet stripes and contrasting colour edges - White Silver or Thunder Grey are the optional alternatives. The canvas roof boasts an artistically woven-in arrow graphic, a set of 17-inch alloy Scissor Spoke two-tone wheels and Sidewalk branding on the indicator bezels rounds off the exterior treatment.
The cabin receives a unique rework as well. Here you’ll find brushed aluminium door sills with "Sidewalk" lettering and anthracite leather upholstery with green and yellow contrast stitching and piping. Furthermore, the backlit decorative trim on the passenger side in Piano Black is combined with the same green and yellow accents and the steering wheel adopts a Sidewalk logo.
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Mini is getting a a rolling start to the year with the reveal of its special edition Sidewalk Convertible, which is set to arrive in South Africa by Q2 2020. The new derivative will be available in two engine variants and features a catalogue of unique details and kit.
The Sidewalk is detailed in a Deep Laguna metallic body paint with model-specific bonnet stripes and contrasting colour edges - White Silver or Thunder Grey are the optional alternatives. The canvas roof boasts an artistically woven-in arrow graphic, a set of 17-inch alloy Scissor Spoke two-tone wheels and Sidewalk branding on the indicator bezels rounds off the exterior treatment.
The cabin receives a unique rework as well. Here you’ll find brushed aluminium door sills with "Sidewalk" lettering and anthracite leather upholstery with green and yellow contrast stitching and piping. Furthermore, the backlit decorative trim on the passenger side in Piano Black is combined with the same green and yellow accents and the steering wheel adopts a Sidewalk logo.
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