2016 MINI Clubman FIRST LOOK

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Car Critic Steve Hammes

2016 MINI Clubman FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes

As the MINI brand evolves and expands its product offerings to show-off a more mature and refined side, it’ll be led by cars such as the all-new 2016 Clubman. For the first time in the Clubman’s 47 year history it has been developed as a separate model from the MINI Cooper Hardtop with an advancement in premium quality and craftsmanship.

Moving into a larger class of compact vehicle, the Clubman is longer and wider with particular attention given to the comfort of rear-seat passengers while cargo room can be significantly expanded by fold-flat rear seats. An optional foot-activated sensor allows the split-rear doors to open even when one’s hands are full. Continuing in the tradition of a British estate car, the Clubman reaches for a bespoke level of customization with exclusive new upholsteries including one inspired by a classic English Chesterfield sofa. Its new level of sophistication can be experienced from each of the 5 seats, complimented by a host of available options in the MINI tradition.

BMW supplies the power where the base Cooper Clubman model runs with a 3-cylinder turbo generating 134 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque, mated to either a 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual while the sportier Cooper S trim has a 4-cylinder turbo capable of 189 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque, mated to the brand’s first-ever 8-speed auto or a 6-speed manual. The Cooper S Clubman automatic can go from 0-to-60mph in 6.9-seconds.

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