Monday 18 June 2012
2013 Mini Cooper S
2013 Mini Cooper S - The mainstay of Mini's lineup looks set to grow in size as it merges platforms with BMW's next 1-series. Mini’s upcoming hardtop isn’t as inappropriately named as is Mountain Dew—seriously, on what mountain does Hi-Liter-colored sugar water condense?—but when the next generation of the hatchback arrives in 2013, it’s going to be rather less mini than it is today.A brand new generation of the MINI Cooper is just around the corner, and that means replacements for all the different variants including the sportier S and John Cooper Works trims, as well as new versions of the Clubman, Countryman and all the other bodystyles MINI is now offering.
However, according to a new report there may be some changes in store for the upcoming MkIII MINI Cooper range. The biggest change, according to Autocar, will be the introduction of a regular five-door MINI Cooper, possibly as the new Clubman. Aimed at families with small children who still want to own a MINI but don't want to upsize to something like the MINI Countryman, the new car would feature four conventional doors and a rear tailgate. MINI is hoping the increased flexibility will make the new Cooper appeal to a wider audience and boost sales beyond last year’s tally of roughly 285,000 units. Note, despite the additional set of doors, the rear seats will still only be suitable for small children so parents with a couple of teens best look elsewhere or at least have a second car if a MINI is a must.
