Mini One Clubman
Combined fuel consumption of 52.3 mpg
By Michael Gauthier
January 19, 2009 5:58 PM
Filed Under: Geneva Motor Show, MINI
Mini is preparing to unveil a new entry-level version of the Clubman at this year's Geneva Motor Show. Set to launch in the UK on March 28, the Mini One Clubman echoes the affordability of the Mini One but features the additional interior room of the Clubman.
Under the hood is a 1.4-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 95 horsepower that allows the Clubman to run from 0-62 mph in a leisurely 11.6 seconds. The sacrifice in power does add up to impressive gains in fuel economy and reduced emissions thanks to brake regeneration, auto start/stop and a shift point display that tells the driver when to shift to maximize fuel economy. The end result of all these technologies means that drivers can expect to achieve a combined fuel consumption of 52.3 mpg and CO2 emissions of 130 g/km.
UK pricing starts at £13,290 and all models will feature new exterior paint combinations and standard air conditioning.
Source: MINI
Press Release (Click to expand)
New MINI One Clubman set for Geneva show unveiling
Attractively-priced newcomer available to order now
MINI One Clubman to launch in the UK on 28 March 2009
Air conditioning now standard on every new MINI
The MINI One Clubman will be unveiled at the International Geneva Motor Show on 03 March 2009. The new entry-level model in the Clubman range gives customers the chance to take advantage of MINI's renowned low running and ownership costs, and carries a list price of £13,290 OTR.
Powered by the 1.4-litre, four cylinder petrol engine found in the Hatch version of the MINI One, the newcomer possesses all the characteristics that make driving every MINI a grin-inducing experience. With an engine producing 95 hp and the same steering and suspension as its sporty Cooper-badged sibling, the MINI One Clubman boasts trademark go-kart handling and razor-sharp cornering capability.
Outstanding fuel efficiency and low CO2 emission figures are ensured through the standard fitment of MINIMALISM technologies. Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start Stop and Shift Point Display are all standard features on the car. Fuel bills will be minimised due to a combined fuel consumption figure of 52.3 mpg, and the cost of an annual road fund licence will be just £35 because of the MINI One Clubman's impressive CO2 emission figure of just 130 g/km, placing it in VED tax band C.
A short-shifting 6-speed manual transmission is standard, with the option of a 6-speed auto with manual-shift capability.
New exterior colour combinations will be available for the MINI One Clubman. It will be possible to specify Silver or Black variants of this model with the same colour C-pillars. Previously the C-Pillar was always supplied in a contrasting shade.
From 01 January 2009, air conditioning is supplied as standard with every new MINI. UK dealers are ready to take orders for the MINI One Clubman now.
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schnell
January 19, 2009 9:51 PM
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