There will be four versions available when it arrives in showrooms next spring, including the MINI Cooper S Paceman which will have a 0-62mph of just 7.5 seconds. This will be the seventh model and will join the Hatch, Clubman, Convertible, Countryman, Coupe and Roadster.
Built on the Countryman platform the MINI's character and obvious design cues tie the Paceman to the rest of the range, the three-door Paceman’s unique exterior styling is what immediately catches the eye.
With a sporty new exterior design, the Paceman features the upright front grille, complete with hexagonal radiator grille and chrome surround. Its coupĂ©-style stretched side profile features long doors, while the blacked-out pillars create a ‘floating’ roof concept, as already seen on the MINI CoupĂ©. Available in either black, white or body colour, the roof gently slopes towards the rear of the car, ending at the integrated spoiler. The rear lights are set in a horizontal arrangement, which is a first for MINI.
The car’s interior has been designed specifically for this model is a strict 4 seater, with a innovative rear seat, which has been styled around a lounge concept with two individual chairs to provide generous levels of head, shoulder and knee room. Armrests have been integrated into the rear trim.
In the front, the instrument panel includes many familiar
components, including the large round central speedo. However, its black
surround and decorative inner rings in high-gloss black or chrome are
new, as are the redesigned air vent surrounds. Buttons for the windows
have been moved to the door trim panels.Other standard equipment includes air conditioning, electric door mirrors and front sports seats. Popular options will include Xenon Adaptive Headlights, Park Distance Control, an electrically operated glass roof plus the MINI navigation system.
There will be a choice of four powerful four-cylinder engines from launch, two petrol and two diesel. All come with a six-speed manual gearbox, or the optional six-speed automatic with Steptronic function for manual control.
For petrol buyers, the MINI Cooper Paceman features a 1.6-litre 122bhp unit offering a 0-62mph time of 10.4 seconds, fuel economy of 47.1mpg with CO2 emissions of 140 g/km. The MINI Cooper S Paceman uses the same engine, tuned to deliver 184bhp. It will sprint to 62mph in 7.5 seconds. Fuel economy is 46.3mpg and emissions are 143g/km.
For those who prefer diesel, the MINI Cooper D Paceman uses a 1.6-litre 112bhp turbocharged engine with a 0-62mph time of 10.8 seconds. It will provide owners with a frugal 64.2mpg fuel economy and 115g/km emissions. The flagship diesel is the MINI Cooper SD Paceman, which gets a 2.0-litre 143bhp engine. Its 0-62mph time is 9.2 seconds. Fuel economy is 61.4mpg with an emissions figure of 122g/km.
The All4 four wheel drive system is available on the Cooper D, SD
and Cooper S Paceman, models. A John Cooper Works Paceman version is in
development.Driver aids include Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard across the range, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) including Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) on the MINI Cooper S Paceman, Cooper SD Paceman and Cooper D Paceman ALL4. Light alloy wheels in 16-inch and 17-inch sizes are standard, with 18-inch or 19-inch on the options list.
The Paceman will go sale on 16 March 2013 with prices starting at just £18,970 on the road.
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