MMoment of renewal for the MINI range in Argentina: after the arrival of the Countryman, now it was the turn of the facelift of the 3 and 5-door hatchback versions, which received a subtle aesthetic update, but incorporating more technology –especially in safety with the addition of several driving assistance systems – and maintaining the engines already known.
Another novelty is that the portfolio was rethought, with new names for the versions and a somewhat more limited range since it lost the Cabrio option, among others.
In this regard, Leandro Larregina, Sales and Development Manager of the BMW and MINI Dealership Network in Argentina, stated: “We are introducing in the country the renewal of the classic MINI hatch, synonymous with sportsmanship and design. A vehicle that causes us unique emotions when driving it and incorporates new driving assistance and connectivity. When it comes to sports, the incredible sensation of the Go-Kart Feeling continues to cause that fun that only someone who has ever been behind the wheel of a MINI can experience”.
These are its main features:
The new:
In a facelift of the fourth generation of the MINI hatchback. As in each update, the aesthetic changes are really subtle and are especially concentrated in the front sector: the headlights are now 100% Led and thanks to their greater light output and range, the fog lights have been eliminated. This meant that the bumper has also been modified: the grille has a frame that joins the lower gloss black air intake, while at the ends, where the auxiliary headlights were previously housed, it has a small air channel. . Thus, its appearance looks somewhat simpler and more sober, without losing the MINI identity.
In profile, the novelty is the alloy wheels, with a wide variety of designs and sizes, so that each customer can personalize their unit to their liking. Finally, at the rear, the bumper has a larger black appliqué and the headlights, which replicate the British Union Jack inside, have a darkened mask.
Doors inside, goodbye to the classic analog clocks: they were replaced by a 5” display for the instruments and an 8.8” touch screen for the Connected Navi multimedia system, which incorporates Apple CarPlay as standard. The Head-Up Display and the addition of several driving assistance systems are also highlighted. Finally, the design of the steering wheel and the central air outlets, more rounded, were slightly modified. In our country, the mechanics offered in the previous series are maintained.
Versions:
The renewed range of the MINI hatch is made up of three trim levels and two body options (3 and 5 doors).
Comfort equipment (highlight):
The version CooperClassic It has dual-zone automatic climate control with air vents in the rear seats, multifunction steering wheel, Sport/Green driving modes, armrest with storage compartment, front sports seats, welcome lighting package, Black Pearl fabric/leatherette upholstery, multimedia system with touch screen 8.8″ compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, reversing camera with guidance lines, rear parking sensors, Led headlights, 16″ Revolite Spoke alloy wheels and Run Flat tires.
The version Cooper S Classic Comfort adds nappa leather-wrapped steering wheel with anti-glare mirror, compartment package with USB, expandable trunk floor, Bluetooth connection for two phones simultaneously, door opening and keyless ignition, digital instruments with 5” screen, electric panoramic roof and wheels 17” Rail Spoke two-tone alloy with Run Flat tires.
The version John Cooper Works it adds 19” JCW Circuit Spoke two-tone alloy wheels with Run Flat tires, lines on the JCW hood, anti-glare interior rearview mirror, JCW sports seats, adaptive chassis and Harman Kardon HiFi audio system with 12 speakers and 360 Watts of power.
Safety equipment:
The entire range has 7 airbags, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS/EBD/BA, traction control, stability control, collision sensor, Isofix anchorages, three-point inertial seat belts and head restraints in the 5 seats. , tire pressure gauge and fog lights.
In terms of driving assistance, the three versions have adaptive cruise control, involuntary lane departure alert, frontal collision warning and autonomous emergency braking. JCW version adds parking assistant.
Mechanics:
The hatchback range is made up of three gasoline engines:
- 1.6 three-cylinder in-line with Twin Power Turbo technology (direct injection and twin scroll turbo) that develops 136 hp and 220 Nm of torque, coupled to a 7-speed Steptronic dual-clutch automatic gearbox for the Classic versions.
- 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder engine with Twin Power Turbo technology, delivering 192 hp and 280 Nm of torque, coupled to the 7-speed Steptronic dual-clutch automatic transmission (with shorter ratios and steering wheel paddles) for the Classic Comfort versions.
- 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder engine with Twin Power Turbo technology, which delivers 231 hp and 320 Nm of torque, associated with an 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission (with steering wheel paddles) for the John Cooper Works version.
Data sheet:
Technical characteristics and equipment MINI Cooper S Hatch 3 doors
Technical characteristics and equipment MINI Cooper S Hatch 5 doors
Prices and guarantee:
- MINI Cooper Classic 3p. (F56): $49,900
- MINI Cooper Classic 5p. (F55) $50,900
- MINI Cooper S Classic Comfort 3p. (F56): $54,400
- MINI Cooper S Classic Comfort 5p. (F55): $55,400
- MINI Cooper JCW Comfort 3p. (F56): $78,900
- Warranty of 3 years or 200,000 kilometers.