The Third generation Mini John Cooper Works Convertible has been unwrapped at the ongoing 2016 New York Auto Show. One of the Cooper standard Convertible has also been launched in the Indian car market. So, this third generation of JCW could be possibly introduced in the country later.
Talking about the powertrain, it comes with a similar 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine as the ongoing model. With this motor, it is capable to deliver a maximum power at all wheel axles of 228 Bhp and also churn out a peak torque of 320 Nm. The carmaker has offered a 6-speed manual transmission as a standard attachment while an 8-speed automatic gearbox is also present as an option.
By using a manual unit, the car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h under 6.4 seconds that is comparatively faster than earlier by 0.2 Seconds. It has a top speed of 241.40 kph. Meanwhile, with automatic variant, you can perform this task in 6.3 seconds, which is also faster than the predecessor. This trim can go up to a top speed of 239.79 kph.
In order to present this car as a next generation model, the company has loaded a number of features . It includes new front bumper with enlarged air ducts, red brake callipers, a red-colored grille, revamped LED headlights, altered wheel arch cladding, rear bumper, tailpipes and 17-inch alloy wheels. Furthermore, you can also get an optional 18-inches alloy wheels.
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Inside, it comes attached with a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, a fresh gear lever, restyled instrument graphics and more continent front seats. Besides, it has also been loaded with dynamic stability control and an electronic differential lock. The automated soft-top roof can be completely lowered down and raised back in just 18 seconds at speeds up to 30 km/h.
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