MINI PACEMAN JOHN COOPER WORKS
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MINI PACEMAN JOHN COOPER WORKS
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he MINI Paceman is the world’s first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium compact segment, and the seventh MINI model in the brand’s ‘family’. It joins the MINI Hatch, Cabrio, Clubman, Countryman, Coupé and Roadster, and is turning heads across the UAE as you read. The MINI Paceman’s highpowered engine boasts lowered sports suspension as standard, which accentuates the trademark MINI go-kart feeling. All variants, which include the MINI Cooper, Cooper S and MINI John Cooper Works, come with a six-speed manual gearbox, or a six-speed automatic option with an output spread from 122 hp to 184 hp. CHARGED was fortunate enough to get the keys to a John Cooper Works edition, and we wasted no time in
CHARGED gets the keys to a MINI Paceman John Cooper Works and wastes no time in putting the Paceman through its paces putting the Paceman through its paces. John Cooper Works has been a name synonymous with excellence in the motor racing world since the 1960s. Known originally for his world famous rear-engine chassis design that changed the face of the motorsport at the highest levels, today his name adorns the division responsible for specialised high performance MINIs. The John Cooper Works models are the spearheads of the already dynamic MINI line-up. They originate from when the British car designer and racing legend left his mark on the brand’s history when he turned
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MINI PACEMAN JOHN COOPER WORKS
the small, practical city car of Sir Alec Issigonis into a real rally racer. Following its successful performance at the legendary Monte Carlo rally, the John Cooper Mini grew in popularity all over the world and its sporting genes can still be seen in the John Cooper Works models of today. The 1.6 litre twin-scroll turbocharged engine delivers an impressive 218hp and propels the MINI Paceman from 0 to 100km/h in just 6.9 seconds with a top speed of 224 km/h. Speed is matched with an equally enviable growl that is delivered from the standard fitted sports exhaust system. The MINI John Cooper Works Paceman is also fitted with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive system, which allows the driver to switch from automatic to manual at the touch of a button, to get the ultimate driving experience. This hot-hatch balances performance with design. It immediately catches the eye with its expressive coupé body shape, while the 18-inch light-alloy wheels in twin spoke black burnished design sit high in the wide wheel arches. Its muscular shoulder lines are further accentuated by the two long coupé doors.
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Exterior enhancements also include an aero kit that improves aerodynamic performance. This car’s status as a John Cooper Works is unmistakable; the design aesthetics scream sports car both inside and out. Stepping inside the car, the driver is immediately greeted with the racing-
inspired sports car ambience that has become customary in all John Cooper Works models. The rear compartment features a pair of individual seats complete with ambient lighting that allows passengers to enjoy that unmistakable racing feeling in loungestyle surroundings.
“THIS HOT-HATCH BALANCES PERFORMANCE WITH DESIGN”
Specifications
The sports steering wheel with the John Cooper Works logo is wrapped with red contrast stitching and paired with an equally stylish gear shift lever with a red shift pattern and floor mats with red stitching. As an added option, customers can chose ‘Carbon Black’ or ‘Championship Red’ lounge leather sports seats. The racing inspired aura is topped off with the classy ‘Piano Black’ interior trim. The John Cooper Works Paceman certainly pays homage to the legendary John Cooper name. It is exciting to drive, with fantastic handling and plenty of guts. The added headroom of the Paceman model also make the ride a lot more comfortable with a roomier cabin. This snappy little terrier will turn a few heads with its sporty design too, and it may take a few traffic light dragsters by surprise. All round it’s a fantastic hot hatch and strong contender against the likes of the Golf R, but it comes with a hefty price tag too–although some will argue that money can’t buy style and the MINI retains its street cred in buckets. All models of the MINI Paceman range are now available from AGMC and Abu Dhabi Motors showrooms across the UAE.
ENGINE Config/No of cyls/valves In-line / 4 / 4 Max output kW / hp 90 / 122 at rpm 6000 Max torque Nm 190 at rpm 4250 Suspension, front Single-joint MacPherson spring strut axle with anti-dive control Suspension, rear Multi-link axle with longitudinal struts in lightweight aluminium design Front brakes Vented Disc Rear brakes Disc Driving stability systems Hydraulic two-circuit brake system with anti-lock brakes (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Brake Assist, Hill Start Assistant, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), DSC control unit with integrated control electronics for the MINI ALL4 all-wheel-drive system. Steering Electric power steering (EPS); 2.4 rotations in total Tyres 205/60 R16 92H Wheels 6,5J × 16 light-alloy Nm 190 Type of gearbox 6-speed automatic transmission Acceleration 0–100 km/h 0–1000 m 6.9 Top speed 224
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MINI PACEMAN JOHN COOPER WORKS
T
he MINI Paceman is the world’s first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium compact segment, and the seventh MINI model in the brand’s ‘family’. It joins the MINI Hatch, Cabrio, Clubman, Countryman, Coupé and Roadster, and is turning heads across the UAE as you read. The MINI Paceman’s highpowered engine boasts lowered sports suspension as standard, which accentuates the trademark MINI go-kart feeling. All variants, which include the MINI Cooper, Cooper S and MINI John Cooper Works, come with a six-speed manual gearbox, or a six-speed automatic option with an output spread from 122 hp to 184 hp. CHARGED was fortunate enough to get the keys to a John Cooper Works edition, and we wasted no time in
CHARGED gets the keys to a MINI Paceman John Cooper Works and wastes no time in putting the Paceman through its paces putting the Paceman through its paces. John Cooper Works has been a name synonymous with excellence in the motor racing world since the 1960s. Known originally for his world famous rear-engine chassis design that changed the face of the motorsport at the highest levels, today his name adorns the division responsible for specialised high performance MINIs. The John Cooper Works models are the spearheads of the already dynamic MINI line-up. They originate from when the British car designer and racing legend left his mark on the brand’s history when he turned
| MAY 2014 | 77
MOTORING
MINI PACEMAN JOHN COOPER WORKS
the small, practical city car of Sir Alec Issigonis into a real rally racer. Following its successful performance at the legendary Monte Carlo rally, the John Cooper Mini grew in popularity all over the world and its sporting genes can still be seen in the John Cooper Works models of today. The 1.6 litre twin-scroll turbocharged engine delivers an impressive 218hp and propels the MINI Paceman from 0 to 100km/h in just 6.9 seconds with a top speed of 224 km/h. Speed is matched with an equally enviable growl that is delivered from the standard fitted sports exhaust system. The MINI John Cooper Works Paceman is also fitted with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive system, which allows the driver to switch from automatic to manual at the touch of a button, to get the ultimate driving experience. This hot-hatch balances performance with design. It immediately catches the eye with its expressive coupé body shape, while the 18-inch light-alloy wheels in twin spoke black burnished design sit high in the wide wheel arches. Its muscular shoulder lines are further accentuated by the two long coupé doors.
78 | MAY 2014 |
Exterior enhancements also include an aero kit that improves aerodynamic performance. This car’s status as a John Cooper Works is unmistakable; the design aesthetics scream sports car both inside and out. Stepping inside the car, the driver is immediately greeted with the racing-
inspired sports car ambience that has become customary in all John Cooper Works models. The rear compartment features a pair of individual seats complete with ambient lighting that allows passengers to enjoy that unmistakable racing feeling in loungestyle surroundings.
“THIS HOT-HATCH BALANCES PERFORMANCE WITH DESIGN”
Specifications
The sports steering wheel with the John Cooper Works logo is wrapped with red contrast stitching and paired with an equally stylish gear shift lever with a red shift pattern and floor mats with red stitching. As an added option, customers can chose ‘Carbon Black’ or ‘Championship Red’ lounge leather sports seats. The racing inspired aura is topped off with the classy ‘Piano Black’ interior trim. The John Cooper Works Paceman certainly pays homage to the legendary John Cooper name. It is exciting to drive, with fantastic handling and plenty of guts. The added headroom of the Paceman model also make the ride a lot more comfortable with a roomier cabin. This snappy little terrier will turn a few heads with its sporty design too, and it may take a few traffic light dragsters by surprise. All round it’s a fantastic hot hatch and strong contender against the likes of the Golf R, but it comes with a hefty price tag too–although some will argue that money can’t buy style and the MINI retains its street cred in buckets. All models of the MINI Paceman range are now available from AGMC and Abu Dhabi Motors showrooms across the UAE.
ENGINE Config/No of cyls/valves In-line / 4 / 4 Max output kW / hp 90 / 122 at rpm 6000 Max torque Nm 190 at rpm 4250 Suspension, front Single-joint MacPherson spring strut axle with anti-dive control Suspension, rear Multi-link axle with longitudinal struts in lightweight aluminium design Front brakes Vented Disc Rear brakes Disc Driving stability systems Hydraulic two-circuit brake system with anti-lock brakes (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Brake Assist, Hill Start Assistant, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), DSC control unit with integrated control electronics for the MINI ALL4 all-wheel-drive system. Steering Electric power steering (EPS); 2.4 rotations in total Tyres 205/60 R16 92H Wheels 6,5J × 16 light-alloy Nm 190 Type of gearbox 6-speed automatic transmission Acceleration 0–100 km/h 0–1000 m 6.9 Top speed 224
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