2010 MINI SPRINGS ETERNAL

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2010 MINI SPRINGS ETERNAL

New petrol engines 

A new and improved version of the MINI petrol engine will be fitted to all First, One, Cooper and Cooper S models in the Hatch, Convertible and Clubman ranges.  The MINI First and One models will now be fitted with a 1.6 litre engine, replacing the 1.4, and VALVETRONIC valve operation that delivers more torque and better fuel consumption.  All MINI petrol-engined models will conform to European EU5 emissions standards or ULEV 11 in the USA.

VALVETRONIC variable valve timing delivers a five per cent improvement on its own while an on- demand, map-controlled oil pump achieves a further 2.5 per cent fuel saving.  An improved, low friction engine vacuum pump accounts for another one per cent and a map-regulated water pump working on a pulsed cycle (rather than simply on or off) saves 1.2 per cent fuel.

Reduced friction from polished camshaft and main bearings, improved heat management and the specific features above combine to contribute more efficient use of energy by the new MINI range.

The fuel consumption improvements have been made despite the fact that the testing procedures under EU5 reduce certified gains. 

MINI First

The entry level MINI, MINI First, receives a new version of the 1.6 litre four cylinder engine that produces 75 hp, the same as its predecessor.  The extra capacity has been designed to produce more torque which is higher by almost 17 per cent at 140 Nm.  As a result fuel consumption in the EU cycle is 52.3mpg and CO˛ emissions 127 g/km.  Top speed of MINI First is 109 mph while the 0-62 mph acceleration takes 13.2 seconds.

MINI One

The new engine enables MINI One to increase both power (by three per cent to 98hp) and torque (by nine per cent to 153 Nm at 3,000 rpm).  The efficiencies achieved through this new technology also deliver consumption of 52.3 mpg on the combined cycle while emissions fall to127g/km.  On the road the true spirit of MINI is revealed with top speed rising to 116mph and zero to 62 mph acceleration taking just 10.5 seconds, a 0.4 second improvement.

The MINI One Clubman benefits from the same powertrain improvements and offers 0-62 mph in 11.1seconds and a top speed of 115 mph. EU cycle fuel consumption falls to 51.4 mpg (combined cycle) and emissions to just 129 g/km.

MINI Cooper S

The iconic Cooper S model also gets more ‘poke’ with less ‘smoke’.  It is equipped for the first time with a twin-scroll turbocharger, direct petrol injection and fully variable valve control.  The variable valve control is based on BMW’s familiar VALVETRONIC system that adjusts valve lift and opening times in direct relationship to the driver’s command on the throttle pedal.

The result is the most efficient hot hatch in its class:  the 1.6 litre unit produces 9hp more peak power at 184 hp while peak torque is 240Nm, delivered from as low as 1,600rpm through to 5,000rpm.  This flexibility is enhanced by an Overboost function that delivers 260 Nm for short periods when it is most needed, for example when overtaking. The Cooper S Hatch sprints from 0 to 62 mph in exactly 7 seconds on its way to a top speed of 142 mph,  But it’s not just about ‘go’.  It delivers improved EU cycle fuel consumption of 48.7 mpg (combined cycle) lower by 3.1 mpg, while CO˛ emissions are now 13 g/km lower at 136 g/km.

The equivalent values for MINI Cooper S Clubman and Convertible are:

 

Clubman

Top speed: 142 mph

0 -62 mph: 7.5 seconds

Fuel consumption (combined cycle): 47.9 mpg

CO˛  emissions: 137 g/km

 

Convertible

Top speed:141 mph   

0 -62 mph: 7.3 seconds

Fuel consumption (combined cycle): 47.1 mpg

CO˛  emissions: 139 g/km

 

All three models are equipped as standard with a six speed manual gearbox or, optionally, a six speed automatic gearbox with shift paddles on the steering wheel.  Manual Cooper S models will be fitted with a new self-adjusting clutch with carbon coated linings that reduces service costs and maintains consistent pedal feel but also improves gear synchronisation.

MINI Cooper

At the heart of the MINI range the largest-selling model, the MINI Cooper, also benefits from the new engine enhancements.  A power hike to 122hp (+3hp) and peak torque of 160 Nm @ 4,250 rpm help the Hatch to 62 mph in 9.1 seconds and a top speed of 127 mph.  Sharing all the new engine features of the Cooper S except the turbocharger, the Cooper achieves 52.3 mpg (combined cycle) and  emits only 127 g/km of CO˛.

The MINI Cooper Clubman and Convertible values are:

Clubman

Top speed: 126 mph

0 -62 mph: 9.8 seconds

Fuel consumption (combined cycle): 51.4 mpg

CO˛  emissions: 129 g/km

Convertible

Top speed: 124 mph

0 -62 mph: 9.8 seconds

Fuel consumption (combined cycle): 49.6 mpg

CO˛  emissions: 133 g/km 

More beef but it won’t cost a bean

Not only will customers feel these improvements in their pockets through lower fuel and taxation charges, they will sense them through the accelerator pedal too...but MINI will ask no price increase for the enhanced MINI models – not a sausage!

 

Page created on 25th January 2010

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