This increases the number of all-wheel versions within the MINI range to ten models and with enhanced traction and driving stability the permanent all-wheel drive system, ALL4, is based on an 'electromagnetic centre differential and distributes drive force at continuously variable levels between the front and rear axle' says MINI. Its electronic control system is integrated directly in the DSC control unit (Dynamic Stability Control), enabling it to direct drive torque quickly and precisely to where it can be most effectively transformed into propulsion. The new models are also fitted with 6-speed manual transmission as standard, with 6-speed automatic transmission available as an option. The new MINI Cooper Countryman and Paceman ALL4 variants both feature a 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine with an output of 122 bhp between the front and rear wheels and a maximum torque of 160 Newton metres (190 Nm with automatic transmission). As a result the MINI Cooper Countryman sprints from 0 to 62mph in 11.9 seconds (automatic 11.7 seconds) on to a top speed of 114mph (113). MINI claims the new models feature a 'high level of efficiency of both engine and drivetrain' as well as MINIMALISM technology, which adds to low levels of fuel consumption and emissions. The MINI Countryman ALL4 has an average fuel consumption of 41mpg (automatic 37.7mpg) on the EU test cycle and CO2 emissions of 167 (175) grams per kilometre. The MINI Cooper Paceman ALL4 takes 11.8 seconds (automatic 11.6 seconds) to accelerate from standing to 62mph and attains a top speed of 115mph (113). Its fuel consumption and CO2 emission levels on the EU test cycle are the same as those of the MINI Cooper Countryman ALL4. With this extension of the model range there will be four versions of each of the MINI Countryman and MINI Paceman with optional ALL4 in future. The previously available portfolio comprises the models MINI Cooper S Countryman ALL4 and MINI Cooper S Paceman ALL4 (135 kW/184 bhp), the MINI Cooper SD Countryman ALL4 and the MINI Cooper SD Paceman ALL4 (105 kW/143 bhp), along with the MINI Cooper D Countryman ALL4 and the MINI Cooper D Paceman ALL4 (82 kW/112 bhp). The top sports models MINI John Cooper Works Countryman and MINI John Cooper Works Paceman with 160 kW/218 bhp sent to all wheels as standard. The ALL4 versions of the MINI Cooper Countryman and the MINI Cooper Paceman go on sale in the UK from July 2013. Prices have yet to be announced.
As much as I dislike those 2 SUV wanna be's, adding all wheel drive to the Cooper makes a lot of sense. That move will sell a lot more of them in snow country.
:cornut: If I needed that kind of vehicle, a Ford Escape or Explorer would be cheaper, less costly to fix, less likely to break, and run on regular gasoline. Just me. Jason
I cannot imagine the base cooper doing extraordinary with ALL4, it does need the punch of the turbo 1.6 engine to make fun. Might be good in the rolling hills and flatlands, but the Rockies would eat one alive. Don
Not for the R56 because it is about to be discontinued, but AWD is expected to be an option in the next generation F56.
In the Rockies forced induction is a must.:yesnod: As far as fun goes, not everyone has the same idea about fun. I think they'll sell, maybe not to the folks who know in the mountains, but it will sell to others.
Yeah they will sell to people taking kids to Soccer for when the lot is full and they have to go off road and park on the grass.:lol::lol::lol:
^^^ Absolutely. At least they are smaller SUV wanna be's. There is enough of the gigantic ones on our roads.
What is with BMW using the letter F now? Hmm, should I buy an F56, very tempting. I think it would be cool if Mini built a 2.0L 4 if they want to keep up with VW/Audi, I think, the ecoboost is also a 2.0 right?