Despite the fact that the appearance of the mini Cooper was littered in the summer, but only at the end of 2013, car company Officially showed all its third generation. Why so long? The answer is simple - the company wanted to coincide with the release of the last family of Mini for the birthday of the first generation - Alexander Arnold Konstantin Iscongis, who was born in 1908. A little later, he became the author of the idea and design of Cooper. All model mini line.
Exterior
From the outside, the new Mini Cooper acquired another front part with a modified radiator grille, other bumper and hood and a new head optics of the light-enhancement system, in which LED sections are already present. On the stern of the English car underwent lamps and rear bumper. This is only a short entry of what is presented. appearance Mini Cooper 3rd generations. Then we will consider it in more detail its design and body. Rush in search of distinctive changes in appearance The new generation of the premium English car Mini Cooper 3, simply does not make sense. The designer composition was as follows as possible, to save already known lines and proportions of past models, one with all this to produce a more pressing silhouette of a sports compact machine, which is solid and courageous.
On the nose of the car, noticeably the appearance of a solid falseradiator lattice, the form of which resembles a hexagon with a massive frame of chromium, small size of the front bumper with massive fog lamps, bloated wheel arches and new head optics. The basic version of the Mini Cooper of the 3rd family has headlight headlights with standard lamps, which are complemented by the LED system of daytime running lights. However, optionally, you can buy completely headlights with LED design, with rings, where most of the ring - day running lights, and a small segment from below - turn signs. A new British hatchback became a debut compact machine in which a completely complete full-fledged lED technology Full LED for the use of daily overall lights, near and far lighting, turn signs and fog headlights. Becoming, overall headlights received new design And also LED filling.
The lateral part of the MINI family shows the already known and remarkably flat line of the roof, on which there are stylish black racks powerful, as if cross-cutting edges of the arches of the wheels and body thresholds from plastic, which is not painted, the side glazing line, which turned out to be high enough and full body body College. Wheels are installed from modest 16-inch, to impressive, given the size of the car body, 18 inches. The back of the English hatchback has acquired more large lighting lighting plaffers with unique chromium scrap. Also changed the shape of the luggage door and rear bumper. The new version of Cooper now looks more solid, impressive and expensive.
The variation of colors for painting increased by 5 new shades, but the contrast white, or the black roof will be saved in the model list. And yet, the question of whether it is new carIt seems quite relevant, because in terms of stylistics, a new car almost completely copies the issues of previous generations. This can be attributed to the optical lightsweight system of the back and ahead, the shape of the radiator grille, the side mirrors of the rear visibility, body panels. However, in reality, everything is not quite so - the Briton is now a little more, as a result of which body proportions were changed.
Interior
In the interior of the new mini cooper, recognizable features and unique solutions concerning the stylistics of previous versions are also preserved, but it has become better in ergonomics and convenience. The correct instrument panel was installed with a rather high-speed dial of the speed mode, which is complemented by a column display of the frontcomputer, as well as a crescent of the engine revolutions. As additional option, You can buy a projection screen that will occur right before the eyes of the chauffeur from the panel installed in front. The steering wheel obtained the location of the sets of buttons which are responsible for setting up a wide variety of systems. On earlier models, the power unit started using the trivial key, but now, there is a special check box for this.
It was very pleased that in the middle of the central console, engineers and designers set the display, a diagonal of 8.8 inches, which supports the touch input (however it is installed only optional). In the basic version, there is a simple TF screen on 4-dimes. You will love the changing backlight of the rim of the world-famous "saucer". The panel installed ahead has changed and got a more modern design. It was pleasantly pleased with the improved quality of the front panel. If the designers used to use a cheap plastic, now the Mini Cooper interior looks like a representative class car. New doors and front seats were also installed.
Driving seat and a nearby front passenger has clearly selected rollers of side dorsal support and hips, as well as a beautiful backrest profile, which was increased by 23 mm long pillows and a considerable reserve of longitudinal setting. Two people sitting on the back sofa, especially to please just with nothing, free space if it has increased, it is imperceptibly. The back of the rear armchair can change the angle of inclination and is famous in the ratio of 40:60, which increases the free space of the luggage compartment with 211 liters to the already acceptable 730. If you compare it with the last generation, then there was luggage compartment 160-180 liters, so the increase was released albeit uninhabited, but tangible. As an additional option, you can choose to prey the upholstery with cloth or leather, as well as choose different decorative planks for the interior decoration. There is a variety of colors of the Color Line.
Specifications
The technical component of the new MINI Cooper family implies the presence newest technique In the hodovka, lowering the total weight of the car while simultaneously increasing body stiffness on the twist, the use of new power units, improved gearboxes and a whole list of electronic security services. The suspension installed in front is one-coat with the use of McPherson depreciation racks, swivel supports made of aluminum installed beams and transverse levers from high-strength steel. Behind the same suspension is multi-type. In standard modification, the company sets the servotronic, ABS steering wheel amplifier, EBD, Cornering Brake Control and DSC with EDLC.
In cars, British production is used by a service that can distribute torque - Performance Control. A debut option was also applied for a new MINI - Dynamic Damper Control - a service responsible for adjusting the stiffness of shock absorbers. The third mini generation from the start of implementation will be supplied with 3 power units that operate using the Mini TwinPower Turbo technology with the Start / Stop function. They will be synchronized with three types of transmission: 6-speed mechanical box gears, 6-speed automatic box and sports version automatic box.
- 1.5 liter diesel engine With 116, horses ensures the limit speed of up to 205 km / h, and the combustion consumption will be about 3.5-3.6 liters per 100 kilometers with a manual box and 3.7-3.8 liters with automatic.
- 1.5-liter gasoline engine with 136 horsepower provides a maximum speed of 210 km / h. The appetite in the mixed cycle is equal to the manual box - 4.5-4.6 liters and 4.7-4.8 with an automatic transmission.
- 2.0-liter, already four-cylinder gasoline power unit has 192 conquer forces. On the first hundred, it reaches 6.8 seconds, and with automatic transmission for 6.7. The limit speed is set at 235 km / h. With a mechanical box of the MINI Cooper S car, spends 5.7-5.8 liters per 100 km, and with automatic even less - 5.2-5.4 liters.
| Engine | engine's type | Engine volume | Power | Transmission | Acceleration up to 100km / hour, p. | Maximum speed km / h |
| MINI COOPER 1.5 MT | Petrol | 1499 cm³. | 136 hp | Mechanical 6st. | 7.9 | 210 |
| MINI COOPER 1.5 AT | Petrol | 1499 cm³. | 136 hp | Automatic 6T. | 7.8 | 210 |
| MINI COOPER D 1.5 MT | Diesel | 1496 cm³. | 116 hp | Mechanical 6st. | 9.2 | 205 |
| MINI COOPER D 1.5 AT | Diesel | 1496 cm³. | 116 hp | Automatic 6T. | 9.2 | 204 |
| MINI COOPER S 2.0 MT | Petrol | 1998 cm³. | 192 hp | Mechanical 6st. | 6.8 | 235 |
| MINI COOPER S 2.0 AT | Petrol | 1998 cm³. | 192 hp | Automatic 6T. | 6.7 | 233 |
Security Mini Cooper 3
As a security, the new generation of mini is equipped with a large number of conceivable security technologies, which are available for today - from active services - to services passive security. In New Cooper, there is a whole row of support services to the driver, which will come to the rescue before the driver will have time to understand what it needs it. The service that is designed to warn about the collision when driving in the city feature, will help avoid collisions on high-speed mode 60 km / h. The principle of its functioning is to follow the situation on road plot With the help of an integrated camera and gives a warning sound and attracts brake systemIf the moment comes out from under control. If the speed is higher than 60 km / h, then the service is included, informing the frontal collision. She knows how to bring a brake system in full readiness, which will significantly reduce braking distances. Moreover, the service tracks signs installed on the road site and can inform the driver when it exceeds the permissible speed.
As an assistant to parking - Cooper also has its own assistant. The system is able to assess the size of the parking space itself and if it is enough, the car itself is parked, without the participation of the driver. The only thing that is necessary from the driver is to click on the brake when the mini is lied on its own. However, the security systems respond not only for the driver and sitting near the passengers. Service active security Pedestrians, knows how to lift the hood and move it a little back, if the hatchback is random for someone. This allows you to significantly reduce the strength of the collision. Sensors consisting of optical fiber and which are in the bumper fix the fact of the blow, and after the complex system of various hood drives, the required actions will take in the row.
In a collision, the mini cooper of the 3rd generation can instantly turn into a soft safety capsule. In the car of British production there are 6 airbags. High and high-profile multiphase steel is also used, the purpose of which is to provide marginal safety with a possible accident. BUT new system Adaptive dynamic cruise control, will allow the driver to relax and just enjoy the trip. The camera can recognize the machines that move before the driver at a distance of up to 120 m. In addition, it knows how to recognize fixed objects and pedestrians. The service will easily be able to automatically adapt the speed of your car for speed traveling ahead, and if there is a need to take control over yourself, it is worth only to click on the brake or gas.
Crush test
Configuration and prices
Implementation of the British car in Russian Federation In the early spring of 2014, however, the reception of applications was already started in the winter of 2013. liter. MINI COOPER S with 2.0-liter force aggregate And the power in 192 horsepower will be evaluated from 1,329,000 rubles. Top equipment John Cooper Works with an engine, the power of which is 231 horsepower, costs from 1,395,000 rubles. Among the auxiliary equipment, Mini Cooper is a rather big list.
Among it, it is possible to highlight the HEAD-UP DISPLAY, the Driving Assistant system, which consists of active cruise control, a possible collision warning system, or by walking on a pedestrian with the option of self-blocking, adaptive long-range lighting and system designed to recognize signs on the road, Rear visibility cameras together with Parktronic, Assistant parallel Parkovka, Rain Sensor, Park Distance Control, Becualless access to the interior and start the operation of the motor using the button.
In the modification, too, there is a panoramic roof with electrical drive, external mirrors of rear visibility with electrical drive, the option of folding and heating, heating the seats installed in front of 2 zone climates-control, Harman Kardon acoustic system and navigation systems. For the 3rd generation mini, a large amount of colors selection for roof coloring and car mirrors. Moreover, it is possible to paint the hood band.
Pros and Cons Mini Cooper 3
The English third-generation hatchback has its advantages and its cons, as well, and every car. We would like to start with advantages, and they are the following:
- Beautiful appearance of the car;
- Good handling;
- Economy;
- Sports chairs;
- Regulated steering column;
- Improved quality interior decoration;
- Confident Ergonomics;
- Dynamism of the car;
- Small dimensions;
- Maneuverability;
- Good level of configuration;
- Various electronic auxiliary systems;
- High security.
Disadvantages are:
- Car expensive at cost and maintenance;
- Small luggage department;
- Not the most reliable suspension;
- A tendency to corrosion;
- Sitting on the back row is quite closely even two passengers;
- Not very comfortable rearview mirrors;
- Small ground clearance.
Let's sum up
The third edition of the family of famous English hatchback Mini Cooper opened the world differently. Although expressive and expressive differences, both in the appearance of the car, and in the interior are not so easily and easily, they are still present. Of course, the car was previously excellent in management, ergonomics and fuel economy, but after the cooper update will be able to conquer respect for even more motorists. The appearance of mini caresses its attention. Many people like the changes that can be found in the nose part of the cooper, the use of the LED lighting system, both in front and rear. Interior decoration The Englishman managed to preserve the attractive quality already inherent in him, among which, grace, restraint, and somewhere even sporty style. All control bodies are located in their places, everything is intuitive.
The story of the baby MINI began in the 50s. And as often happens - not by the whim of the manufacturer, but because of the urgent need. The reason was the confluence of the circumstances, namely the Suez crisis that occurred in 1956-1957 and the fuel crisis led to
text: Ivan Sokolov / 09/23/2013
Great Britain, and all of Europe urgently needed economy cars. The beginning was made by Alek Iscongist with sketch sketch on a regular restaurant napkin. It is unlikely that the Greek-British designer at that moment suggested that he painted the future car legend.
Prototype Austin Mini (ADO15) '1958
In 1956, this talented engineer was entrusted to head the working group of 8 people (2 constructors, 2 student engineering specialties and 4 drawn), which was created by Leonard Lord Corporation. And the task was not the easiest: in the car, the size of which should be 3 × 1.2 × 1.2 m, 4 adults should fit, minimal luggage, and a motor with a transmission. And since the places under the hood remained quite a bit, Alec Iscigon decided to solve this problem very original for that time: the engine placed transversely, the drive was made on the front wheels, and the compact suspension is fully independent on the conical rubber bushings, developed by an engineer Alex Moulton (front and rear The suspensions were interrelated).
Morris Mini-Minor Salon Architecture
As an engine, an 848-cubic unit was selected, which accelerate Mini to 116 km / h, although it was originally intended to put a row 4-cylinder engine of 950 cubes. But he was considered too powerful, because the maximum speed would reach 140 km / h, which was considered unsafe.
Morris Mini-minor (ADO15) '1959-1969
Morris Mini Van (ADO15) '1960-1969
Prim of the new crossover - Austin Mini Countryman (ADO15) '1960-1969
These fears were, to put it mildly, in vain. In addition to the excellent fuel economy and cute toy appearance, Mini was surprisingly fast and maneuverable. And, as it turned out later - very hardy and reliable. It brought him good glory. In 1961, John Cooper, the designer of the Formula 1 team, admiring the reliability and handling of this small car, decided to make it from it, as it is customary to call, "hot hatchback." He supplied mini more powerful engine, disk brakes and a characteristic two-color color. Although Alec Iscigiis initially refused to coopers about creating a separate model, he still began to cooperate with him - and did not lose.
Morris Mini Cooper S Rally (ADO15) '1964-1968
This model brought a special popularity in 1964, in 1964, Mini Cooper S managed by Paddy Hopkirk and Henry Liddon won one of the most difficult trails in Monte Carlo. Since then, a car, competing with larger competitors on equals, was forever entered the history of the auto racing and repeatedly occupied prizes.
By 1964, Mini received an improved hydraulic suspension "Hydrolastic", which provided greater comfort when driving. Soon and others automotive brands began to install similar systems.
Austin Mini E (ADO20) '1982-1988
In 1967, the second generation of Mini - Mark II was published, the main change in which there was a more powerful 998-cubic motor and minor changes in design. In the same year, the maximum number of mini-134 346 units was sold in the UK, and in 1965 a million MINI was released. The general concept has not changed and in the Arret of Generation of British Saltras. Mark III released in 1969, also not undergone serious modernization and lasted on the conveyors different countries until 2000. The most obvious changes were other doors with hidden loops, descending side glassAnd to replace the comfortable Hydrolastic in favor of savings returned to the cheaper rubber suspension.
ROVER MINI COOPER S FINAL EDITION (ADO20) '2000
During its existence, MINI brand has repeatedly changed the owners, and at the same time - and their name: Austin Mini, Morris Mini, Rover Mini ... Today the owner of the brand is the company BMW, which Disabled the once budget mini in the premium segment.In addition, the range was noticeably expanded: now the lineup Mini includes 45 models, including roadster, cabriolets, universal and crossovers.
NEW MINI ONE (R50) '2001-2006
MINI COOPER (R56) "2010-2013
MINI COOPER S '2010-2013
Mini Cooper S Cabrio (R57) '2010-2013
MINI COOPER CLUBMAN (R55) '2010-2013
MINI COOPER S ROADSTER (R59) '2012-2013
Mini Cooper S Coupe (R58) '2011-2013
MINI COOPER S PACEMAN (R61) '2013
MINI COOPER S COUNTRYMAN (R60) '2010-2013
Mini Cooper S Countryman (R60) next to the Racing rally prototype MINI All4 Racing
How the MINI brand developed. The first fifteen years of development
All car has a mini interesting design and a unique style. This company was founded in 1956 during the Suez crisis, precisely then created the first car mini. Because of the war, oil began to deliver to the English state with interruptions, as a result of which gasoline was enrolled in the category of scarce goods. To get it, people followed the issued cards and against the background of such a situation, microllates began to enjoy great popularity. Therefore, L. Lord, who was at the time the head of British Motor Corporation, decided to make a new car for internal car markets.
Lord did not like the hoses made on the British roads after the sleeves, so he conceived to release decent attention to the domestic car. Developing this novelty, he instructed A. Iscongis, which was not only a racer, but also by the autoconstructor. The project was called Austin Drawing Office 15. People needed to provide a compact car for 4 places, its sizes were to put in the framework of 300x120x120 cm, and the length of the passenger compartment was 180 cm. The car was supposed to be equipped with a four-cylinder Austen A35. Already a year later, they presented the first MINI car, and two years later they had already begun to manufacture serially. For the first 12 months of release, twenty thousand cars were produced, and a year later, their number came to a hundred thousand. The car had a whole number of excellent technical characteristics: its suspension was independent, for ten-ignite wheels there were no arches, the body was a carrier type, inside was spacious, and the control was a rack.
At first, the car was sold under the names of Morris and Austin, they were known as Morris Minor and Austin 7. The model became Mini only at the beginning of the 60s, then began to produce bestseller - Cooper brand.
Initially, the coper engine had 848 cm 3, but for a couple of years later they released Cooper S, equipped with a liter engine at 70 L.Sil, whose speed maximum was one hundred sixty km / h. It is this car for three years (1964-67) became the leader on the Aqualley Monte Carlo. In 1969, a debut clubman was released, equipped with a new radiator and a 1275 GT engine from Cooper S.
In comparison with the usual mini, the former pace produced, the size of the clamp is slightly increased.
Time from the seventies in two thousand
In 1970, the third mini generation appeared. In these models former open loops Doors changed to hidden. It was then that Mini boiled himself to an independent brand, which was the property of British Leilain Motor company, which a year earlier the company British Motor Corporation was joined.
In the 80s, the brand was faced with certain problems: the ratings of the models fell, and the new produced machines could not again get the love of customers. The metro model released in 1980 on European car markets was not popular.
For three years (1980-83), the conveyor was gradually abandoned the clan model. The production was left classic cars equipped with liter engines by 40 L.Sil. 1986 became special for the brand, because a five millionth car mini car was made.
The Guinness Book of Records was replenished in 1998. The European Automobile Century, "that was called the MINI car, which became the most successful brand in the history of the automotive industry, but despite this, at the end of 2000, the production of classical mini models was completed. Over the entire period of their production, 5.5 million cars have been released. At the same time, all rights to manufacture cars switched to BMW.
Period of full update
In the spring of 2001, the release of New Mini - a new generation of this brand of cars began. Serially began to produce two options for updated cars: one equipped with a 1.6 liter 90-strong engine and a 5-speed gearbox, as well as cooper with a similar box of gear, but with a motor of 115 liters, whose speed maximum was two hundred km / h.
In 2003, ONE D was manufactured, which became the first model of the brand, equipped diesel engine. A year later, the Mini Cabrio debuted in the body of a convertible, his soft roof was formed for a quarter of minutes. On world car markets, a variation that had a motor at 115 L. Syl was acquired the greatest popularity, they were sold 79.5 thousand pieces. For 4 years (since 2004), 164 thousand cars were sold Convertible.
AvtoMel Cooper was subjected to another update in 2007. The new brand generation began to equip the engine for 1.6 liters of 120 liters from the Peugeot-Citroen Alliance, a 6-speed MCPP was in a pair.
A year later, a conceptual car crossover and an electric car mini E was released, equipped with a 204 liter electric motor. Forces. On the Detroit Auto Standard 2008, a new generation of Cooper C Cabriry was officially presented. It was offered with two motors: at 175 and 120 hp, and besides, one was shown, equipped with a 1.4 liter motor and 90 L.Sil.
2009 was marked by the manufacture of charged car John Cooper Worsk in the body of a convertible, after modernization it was equipped with a motor at 211 liters and a 6-speed MCPP.
In 2010, a crossover of the compact sizes of the Countryman was released. In his appearance, you can easily see common features inherent in this brand. Countryman has a high fit and extended salon space. Rear seats It can be adjusted in length, also they can independently move from a longitudinally within 13 cm.
And at the moment, Mark Mini did not lose his fame and demand. This legendary brand still has a huge number of adherents and connoisseurs in all parts of the world.
Mini-brand specializing in the production of the legendary and the smallest passenger car, producing more than 40 years without any changes. Today mini and its very popular model Cooper. Manufactured under the auspices of BMW.
The company's history began in the late 1940s, when John Cooper registered Cooper Car Company, where the production of compact racing cars. One of his developments - Cooper 500 - opened the way to the race by many athletes. One of his first clients was Sterling Moss himself. Behind the wheel of the first car "Formula 2" of Cooper, then still the engine from the front, sat the five-time world champion Juan Manuel Funky. In the late 50s, when among the winners of the competition, you could still find fans racers, the first cooper with the rear engine arrangement performed on a par with such Grande as Ferrari and Maserati, which at that time did a bet on the front of the motor.
Created a MINI Son of the British Rider John Cooper - Mike Cooper, and part-time and owner of the father named after Father. The appearance of the first model of the MINI class in the distant 1959 caused almost a Four Or. At this time, the emergence of a small and economical car could satisfy massive requests of consumers. Thus took place the birth of the legend - modifications Cooper and Cooper S.
The public accepted this CroChelka cool. And in the 59th, it was not even saved in the 59th that, as standard, the machine cost only 497 pounds sterling, and in the DE-LUXE version - 537. For the first year of production, all over the world managed to sell only 20 thousand cars.
A year later, the Europeans "missed" mini (for many car markets were supplied under the names of Austin 850 and Morris 850). In 1960, 100,000 cars were made, and in 1962 the volume of production reached 200 thousand cars per year and lasted at this level until 1977.
In the 60s, John Cooper achieved numerous success in the rally on an improved Mini Cooper. But, despite the great achievements and popularity, the production of the MINI Cooper model in 1971 was discontinued by the Navy, by that time the production was long ago. But MINI remained on the conveyor.
Mini has become a cult, extracurricular car. Machine did not neglect the members of the royal family, on Mini traveled Beatles, Peter Ustinov, Charles Aznavour, Belmondo, Enzo Ferrari They were already three pieces ... The list of celebrities from among the owners of MINI takes several pages of the root font!
This is the list of all sorts of versions of mini (there are wagons, vans, convertible, not to mention dozens of anniversary series, marked with Le - Limited Edition letters). The same place is the list of victories in all sorts of tall, including the first place in the absolute standings of the Monte Carlo Rally ...
Time went, dear and prestigious stamps appeared, but these cars did not lose their popularity due to the exceptional cheapness. This used the concern Austin Rover and produced cars, although not in very large, but quite sufficient. However, the case was tight with profits.
The famous racer and his son Mike, however, retained the life of the legendary name. To satisfy the growing demand for COOPER cars, in the 80s they produced tuning kits and accessories that allowed to turn the serial mini to the charged Mini Cooper.
In 1990, Mini Cooper, which then "lived" under the roof of the Rover Group, was again returned to life. Demand on maneuverable little car did not weaken, and John Cooper Works released tuning kits for the engine and the chassis of the immortal classic car Up to the end of its production. These "whales" were delivered to MINI lovers worldwide.
And the last "real" mini was released on October 4, 2000. All of them were made almost five and a half million. MINI life ended in the 41st year. And started first.
And the brands themselves, under which MINI cars were produced, and the plants for their release have repeatedly moved from hand to hand. In recent years, MINI has been in possession of the Rover Group. The ROVER group then passed under the control of BMW, then sold out in parts, and the "car" separation of the Rover Germans gave for nothing. But left the new mini brand. Then under the sound about the word new ("New") somehow forgot ... BMW managers have long hatched plans to begin production of small, but prestigious, "luxury" machines, and MINI brand has come to the way.
The revival of the legendary model began with a broad discussion in the British press. Another living creators of the first "mini", in particular, the developer of the original hydropneumatic suspension "Hydrolastic" Alex Moulton and the Creator "charged" roll car John Cooper.
In May 2001, a new-fashioned car appeared - Newmini. Modern remake of the legendary brainchild of Aleka Iscigonis. Like any thing that overshadowed through utility, NEWMINI - the pleasure is not too cheap. Prices for baby begin with 10,000 British pounds. In the "charged" version of MINI Cooper, with more powerful engine and sporting character, the machine will cost even more expensive. Good style is rarely cheap, and in the stylish "mini" you can not doubt. The new mini has become incomparably more comfortable, faster, more economical and capable of competing with other "Pijon" cars, primarily with Volkswagen Newbeetle.
In 2002, cooper S sports modification was joined to the One and Cooper models. If the only 1.6-liter engine develops 90 hp. (on one) and 115 hp (on Cooper), then on Cooper S its power increased to 163 hp. As a result, Cooper s became one of the most powerful cars in the world of this class.
Cooper car production began in almost the middle of the last century. The release of compact racing cars was engaged in John Cooper. In the 1960s, the Cooper model was presented on the basis of compact mini. In this article we will present a review of the Mini Cooper - a real sports car for ordinary people. The huge forced the manufacturers to constantly work on its modernization and improvement.
At the beginning of the XXI century, the rebirth of mini to his shoulders was entrusted by BMW. The cooper renovated model received sports modification - Cooper S. Now the name of the updated version began to write large symbols - mini. Although externally, the car remained as small and foolish.
Today, the third generation cooper is not only individual, but also meets all the standards for safety and car capacity. Cooper III was developed on the front-wheel drive platform, the design of it is very hard, the car is very stable and perfectly controlled even at high speed when driving. Despite the fact that the sizes of this car are small, Mini Cooper showed that it can compete with many shrinking machines and take a leading position.
Mini Cooper is longer than its predecessors by 7 cm and slightly less weighing (1200 kg). The hood has become higher by 2 cm, it and the engine divides the 8-centimeter clearance, which corresponds to European relative to pedestrians. Huge headlights with rear lanterns were decorated with decorative chrome rims.
In the cabin, all attention in the center attracts an increased speedometer in size, the circumference of a smaller diameter is a tachometer, an audio magnet control panel, speakers, on-board computer, air conditioning, ventilation deflectors, door handles. In the cell near the engine start button. The trunk, of course, is small: only 165 liters and 760 liters with a folded rear sofa.
Security Cooper mini third-generation is determined by the highest degree. The following parameters determine this extent:
- body superproof;
- the presence of airbags;
- reliable brake system;
- tools protection from side shocks.
1.6 liter engine produces power 115 horse power. And the mechanical contributes to the development of speed up to 200 km / h.
In 2004. basic model MINI was upgraded again. Now it began to have another form, the front bumper began to complement fog lights. In the same year, the Geneva Motor show was published on the basis of the hatchback - Cooper Convertible. Using the electric drive, the soft top of the car, by pressing the appropriate button, can be folded in counting seconds. In this model, the glass climbs and fall on the team of lifting or folding the awning. The rear window is equipped with heating. Despite the high cost of such a car, it is in great demand among consumers in many countries.
In 2005, the model came out in several versions, now Cooper mini moves on 17-inch wheels. A speedometer was installed right on the steering column, and the three-span steering wheel looks like a very sporty.
The following significant changes occurred under the hood of the car. Now the 1.6-liter engine has a power of 120 horsepower. The car goes on sale in two sets - this is an automatic gearbox with six speeds and a six-speed mechanical transmission. Electro-hydraulic steering has become completely electric. Sport seats, chrome finish, navigation system Add car a kind of appearance.
Mini Cooper will study on the Mini Cooper model with manual and automatic transmission.
| Car model: | Mini Cooper. |
| The country of manufacture: | Great Britain |
| Body type: | 3-dar. Hatchback |
| Number of places: | 4 |
| Number of doors: | 3 |
| Engine's type: | 4 |
| Power, l. p. / about. Min.: | 120 |
| Maximum speed, km / h: | 203 (automatic transmission); 180 (MCPP) |
| Acceleration up to 100 km / h, with: | 9.1 (automatic transmission); 9.1 (MCPP) |
| Type of drive: | front |
| PPC: | 6 ACPP, 6MCPP |
| Fuel Type: | petrol |
| Consumption per 100 km: | (Automatic transmission) mixed 5.8; (MCP) Mixed Cycle 5.8 |
| Length, mm: | 3700 |
| Width, mm: | 1680 |
| Height, mm: | 1410 |
| Clearance, mm: | 120 |
| Tire size: | 175/65R15 |
| Outline weight, kg: | 1080 |
| Full weight, kg: | 750 |
| The volume of the fuel tank: | 40 |
The latest version of the car
In November 2013, the latest model Mini Cooper was presented in London. If compared with the previous version, the new three-door hatchback survived not only a complete evolution in the interior design and exterior, but also significantly added in dimensions. Now the salon is more spacious, the luggage compartment has also increased, and many high-tech systems will deliver complete comfort to passengers during the trip.
Already in March 2014, residents of Great Britain will have the opportunity to purchase this car. The price of mini cooper depends on the selected version. The price threshold starts from 15,300 pounds.
Advantages and disadvantages of the machine
pros:
- beautiful;
- managed;
- economical;
- sports seats;
- adjustable steering column.
Minuses:
- expensive in price and maintenance;
- small luggage compartment;
- not the most reliable suspension;
- next to corrosion.
Anyway, but the external data of MINI Cooper's new items remained virtually unchanged. All proportions and lines Cooper remained from previous models. The only thing designers did, they gave a modern, solid car. Stylish novelty certainly has the advantages over his older brethren.
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The car's summary speaks for itself, because this species refers to the type of machines, which simply can not pay attention. It is a car with an interesting original exterior, a kind of "spirit of antiquity" very practical and reliably. The suspension promotes good control, moreover, many "defects" on the road too, to put it mildly, when traveling is less noticeable. Despite the compact sizes of the machine, the cabin is quite comfortable and spacious both to the driver and its passengers. The car is designed for four persons along with the driver. A comfortable landing on the maximum makes it possible to regulate the driver and height. In the cabin very, by the way, the presence of cup holders.
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Undoubtedly, the appearance of this car highlights it in the stream road. Many who could not personally see all the power of Cooper Mini, consider it a female car, but having acquainted with him closer, the opinion changes radically. It is very comfortable in it only four people will spread, but it will be cramped upper. A pleasant impression remains from the internal quality of the assembly and, of course, it is impossible not to mark the design of the car.
The suspension is still on the mini cooper rigid, so in bad roads with comfort will not be able to drive.
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If it is more deeply embedded in the shortcomings of the car, then problems can create ball supports, front shock absorbers, steering tips are also weak. For some reason, the 2004 models of the release became famous for problem transmissions due to the rapid failure of the forks and synchronizers.
By purchasing Mini Cooper, you need to immediately note that repair and maintenance of the car both long-term and costly. Such a car is infrequently found on Russian roads, therefore, with a serious breakdown, all components must be ordered individually, and the repair is better carried out in the relevant technical centers.
