MINI Cooper S

1 The MINI family grows......2 2 Specifics......8 3 Technical
Data......12 4 Exterior and interior dimensions......13 5 Output and
torque curves......14 The MINI family grows. Exclusive, powerful
machine. The letter 'S' resembles a series of bends in a road. Most
appropriately, it adorns the flanks and tailgate of the most sporting
MINI yet, the MINI Cooper S. A long wheelbase combined with widened
tracks and short overhangs, the low centre of gravity, the sporty and
direct steering and a most responsive 6-speed gearbox make the new
model pure fun to drive. With a maximum output of 120 kW, a specially
tuned suspension and body details exclusive to this top model, the MINI
Cooper S lives up to its illustrious name. Incidentally, it has never
been possible to determine the original meaning of the 'S' designation
as used for the first time on the original Mini Cooper S from the
sixties. It is said, however, that Sir Alec Issigonis and his friend
John Cooper disagreed over 'Sport' or 'Special'. Although clarification
is now no longer possible, one thing is for sure: the model designation
'Cooper S' has long become a legendary name in automobile history. A
compact power machine featuring supercharger and intercooler
technologies. Providing the driving force is a 4-cylinder power unit
displacing 1.6 litres, similar to the one which sees service in the
Cooper but, with a sportier edge. This compact, 16-valve, transverse
powerplant features supercharger and intercooler technologies and has a
maximum output of 120 kW at 6,000 rpm. This corresponds to an
impressive specific output of as much as 75kW per litre capacity.
Driven by a Poly V-belt, the compressor, unlike an exhaust turbocharger,
does not have the usual time-lag in its response, but rather builds up
torque harmoniously until peaking at 210 Nm at 4,000 rpm (as much as
130 Nm per litre capacity). Benefiting from drive-by-wire technology,
the unit uses an electronic system instead of a conventional gas cable
to operate the throttle butterfly, thus making the engine extremely
responsive to any right foot prodding. The MINI Cooper S will
accelerate from 80 to120 km/h in fourth gear in just 6.9 seconds, while
requiring only 8.7 seconds for the same exercise in fifth. Acceleration
from 0 to100 km/h is clocked at a mere 7.4 seconds. Top speed is 218
km/h. Fuel consumption of the most powerful MINI averages out at a very
moderate 8.4 litres per 100 km in the EU composite test. It naturally
meets the EU4 emission standard. The new MINI Cooper S is characterised
by a distinctively sporting exhaust note. This discreet acoustic
accompaniment is attributable to an increase in the exhaust pipe
diameter as well as the resonator which is integrated into the
intermediate silencer . . . not forgetting, of course, the fruity intake
sound produced by the supercharger. Outstanding chassis design with
that unique 'go-kart' feeling. The extraordinary performance together
with the precise 6-speed gearbox and the Sports PLUS suspension
guarantee the utmost driving pleasure. As is the case with all MINI
models, the multi-arm rear axle - quite unique in this segment -
contributes decisively to the agility and handling prowess. Reinforced
anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles, an even firmer spring and
damper set-up, the direct electrohydraulic power steering, the low
centre of gravity, the long wheelbase and widened tracks provide that
go-kart-like driving sensation. The MINI Cooper S package is rounded
off by 16-inch light-alloy wheels running on 195/55 R16 tyres fitted as
standard. As an option, 205/45 R17 tyres running on 17-inch light-alloy
wheels may be fitted. Better safe than sorry. Keeping all that power
and performance under control, the MINI Cooper S comes as standard with
four disc brakes (front ventilated), ABS, Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC). Excellent traction
qualities which are based on the favourable weight distribution are
further enhanced by the ASC+T traction control fitted as standard. DSC
Dynamic Stability Control is available as an option. The MINI Cooper S
is the only car in its class to be fitted as standard with runflat
tyres and a runflat indicator for optimum safety. With its resistant
passenger cell and the extensive restraint system consisting of,
amongst other things, two frontal airbags and two side airbags, the MINI
also sets standards in terms of passenger safety. The Cooper S goes even
further by offering the head airbag system for both front and rear
pasengers as standard kit. It goes without saying, of course, that
three-pivot seat belts protect the occupants on all four seats, the
front seats being equipped as standard with belt latch tensioners and
belt force limiters. Remarkable: the sporty yet elegant exterior. As
the top model in the range, the MINI Cooper S stands out from the
Cooper, in particular, through its air intake scoop in the front
bonnet, the more aggresively styled bumpers, sportier side sills and
the body-colour slats in the radiator grille. With its unique bumpers
the MINI Cooper S has a body overhang that is almost 25 mm longer than
on the MINI Cooper at the front, and 4 mm longer at the rear. The
overall length of the vehicle is up by 29 mm to 3,655 mm with the
wheelbase remaining unchanged. From the side, the chrome-plated side
grille with an integrated ?S?, the chrome-plated fuel tank filler flap,
the white direction indicators at the side as well as the 16-inch
light-alloy wheels in 'X-Lite' design, clearly reveal that the MINI
Cooper S is rather special. From behind, there's a discreet roof
spoiler, two chrome-plated tailpipes in the middle of the rear and, of
course, that 'Cooper S' logo on the rear lid. The spoiler on the upper
edge of the rear lid was specially designed for this flagship model,
increasing the downforce on the rear axle, thus improving directional
stability and driving behaviour particularly at high speeds. As is the
case with all MINI models, the MINI Cooper S is only available with two
doors opening up to an angle of 80°, providing easy entry and exit,
also to the rear seats. In an elegant style, the doors come with
frameless windows and electric window lifts, which is unique in this
class. When opening the doors, the windows automatically go down a few
millimetres, then moving up again when the doors are closed. This
ensures optimum protection of the interior from noise and moisture. In
all, the MINI Cooper S will eventually be available in eight exterior
colours, two of which are exclusive to this top model: Electric Blue
metallic and Dark Silver metallic. The roof and the electrically
operated exterior mirrors are finished in white or black. On cars with
the roof and mirrors in white, customers can choose to have the
light-alloy wheels finished in white without having to pay an
additional charge. As an option, the roof is also available in body
colour at no extra cost. With the roof in body colour the exterior
mirrors always come in black. Inner qualities. Again, the absolute
design highlight within this top model is the speedometer in the middle
of the instrument panel - a design characteristic inherited from the
original Mini. All displays come in silver surrounds, the electronic
displays are finished in black. The rev counter rests on the steering
column, a position already chosen by John Cooper in the sixties. If you
order your MINI with an optional navigation system featuring a 16:9
colour display, the speedometer moves up to the steering column, where
it stands out as the second instrument next to the rev counter. The
unusual interior architecture provides the perfect foil for the Panther
Black cloth sports seats, which are exclusive to this model. As an
option the seats are available in a combination of cloth and leather or
in full leather alone. Immaculately finished details such as the
leather steering wheel, the shift lever knob finished in leather,
aluminium doorsill strips bearing the 'MINI Cooper S' logo as well as
the footrest in stainless steel again accentuate the supreme quality of
this flagship model. A trim strip in the centre console with up to six
toggle switches is another throw-back to Minis of yore. Designed as
spring buttons, the switches automatically return to their original
position after use. The toggle switches serve to operate, amongst other
things, the power windows as well as the front and the rear fog lights.
Well-equipped. The standard fitments on the MINI Cooper S are abundant,
comprising, inter alia, six airbags, four disc brakes with ABS, ASC+T
traction control, a six-speed manual gearbox, the Sports PLUS
suspension, electrohydraulic power steering, 16-inch light-alloy wheels
in 'X-Lite' design, tyres with emergency running properties, runflat
indicator, sports seats, height-adjustable leather steering wheel,
climate control air conditioning, an on-board computer, central locking
with remote control, an alarm system with remote centrol, electric
windows/mirrors, a four-speaker radio/cassette system, a warning
triangle, a first-aid kit and a discreet rear spoiler. A wide choice of
options and special equipment is, of course, also available to the
connoisseur seeking to customize his car. The list includes such
niceties as a navigation system with a 16:9 colour display, an electric
panorama sunroof, a variety of audio systema including Harmon Kardon, a
six-disc CD changer, a multifunction steering wheel and Park Distance
Control. Peace of mind. Included in the selling price of all new MINIs
is a standard 2 year / 75 000 km Motorplan maintenance contract. For
all models, the contract distance can be extended up to 200 000 km,
dependant on individul needs. Comprehensive back-up service is provided
to MINI customers through the MINI dealer dealer network and the BMW
Group On-Call Centre in case of an accident, breakdown, theft or any
emergency. Free roadside assistance, tow-in, emergency medical
assistance, accommodation and car-hire will be provided (if required).