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The MINI "Performance" Cross-over

After the initial probation period of the upcoming MINI Crossover , BMW will expand the Crossover's portfolio to introduce a MINI Crossover for enthusiasts. Known internally as the "Porsche Cayenne Turbo" of MINI it will be seperated from the initial versions including the JCW.

Distinctive features that will seperate this model from the core MINI SAV's , will be a uniquely designed areodynamic kit utilising chunkier broadened wheelarches , with specially designed 18 inch "X" spoked-wheels that will fill the arches and a blacked out unique grille with a larger pronounced airscoop will signify that the changes will not be resticted to just the design.
Although bench prototypes are utilising BMW and MINI engines , a breakthrough model could include a unique to MINI version of an award winning BMW diesel powerplant for an additional model and for more appeal and efficiency.

The interior will receive four individual sporting bucket seats and extra grab handles at the centre console.
Signature interior colours as well as exterior colours and graphics will make this special MINI SAV stand out from it's other family members.

The Special Performance MINI SAV is aimed at more enthusiasts that might not be convinced of the original car. And customers who might want something small fast and premium without the huge permium and less power.

Internally conceived as a Pocket rocket compact SAV it will have power and performance to create it's own segment with plans already in discussion for a more a stripped out focused version to increase the appeal of the MINI SAV.

ok, the SAV arrives at the dealership at 10/2010 but when will we see the MINI SAV "turbo s"?

Sounds good! A small fast premium model without sacrificing fuel economy is much more desirable.

2010 MINI Crossover Impression

So, will this share the chassis with the X1 or is it completely new?

I got a bit confused there, will this be the equivalent of the JCW models for the SUV?

I love the irony of this:

Shouldn't that be the "X5M of MINI"?

No, it's not on the same level with X5M ... a bit lower ... more on the level of Cayenne Turbo S.


j/k


But MINI is often compared to Porsche brand - due to cult heritage, iconic design, sporty & performance spirit etc.

now why exactly can't we have such an edition for the normal hatch ?
to me this sounds like what the [Cooper S] JCW should have been.

[insert standard Dunkel comment regarding BMW's sport philosophy here]

I was wondering if they would drop the JCW badge for the SUV? Good job if that is the case.

More "performance" SAVs from the BMW group. Where is BMW marketing trying to reposition it's brands? Sporty SAV/SUV/Cross-over manufacturer?

I preferred it when BMW focussed on sports saloons/coupes.