New high powered MINI model arrives in the Middle East

The two ex-factory model variants, MINI John Cooper Works and the MINI John Cooper Works Clubman, promise a new dimension of driver focused performance as the most powerful line up in the MINI model range.

Debuting earlier this year at the Geneva Motor Show, the MINI John Cooper Works is an extreme athlete within its class with sporting talent racing through its DNA.

Components derived from the MINI John Cooper Works CHALLENGE race car, the MINI John Cooper Works and MINI John Cooper Works Clubman add performance and unique driving dynamics to the popular MINI mix.

Maximum output from the newly developed four-cylinder power unit with twin-scroll turbocharger has been raised to an astonishing 211hp, with max. torque of 280 Nm.

The MINI John Cooper Works accelerates to 100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds, and the MINI John Cooper Works Clubman completes the same exercise a mere 0.3 seconds later.

Both models enjoy a top speed of 238 km/h.

In line with its racing heritage, the MINI John Cooper Works makes use of exclusive extra-light alloy wheels, extremely powerful brakes, a new exhaust system and a modified six-speed manual gearbox that comes straight from the MINI John Cooper Works CHALLENGE race car.

A first in the segment, the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) comes as standard.

With a sports button, the driver can activate a special gas pedal control map conceived for more dynamic performance and an even more direct response from the steering, guaranteeing the same enjoyable go-kart feeling MINI is renowned for.

With its sports car-inspired exterior and interior, the MINI John Cooper Works range offers enhanced comfort features and a variety of special equipment options.

Choose from a wide variety of paintwork colours, interior trim options, seat upholstery, interior colours and trim variants.

Add even more sporting flair with Flame Spoke light alloy rims, bonnet stripes and sports suspension as well as full leather interior and Comfort Access keyless entry/ignition for added dynamism.

In-car entertainment on the MINI John Cooper Works includes a 6.5-inch TFT colour display with optional navigation system and an AUX port featured as standard to play music recorded on an MP3 player through the audio system.

A special interface for complete integration of an Apple iPod is also available as an accessory, in addition to a Bluetooth interface and USB port.