With the launch of
the new Paceman MINI also started a new brand campaign.
MINI KEEPS UP THE PACE WITH
THE NEW PACEMAN CONCEPT * First Sports Activity Coupe in the small premium segment * Paceman Concept reinforces the MINI brand's unconventional creativity * Sporting, masculine appearance blends with versatile character * Paceman could be another building block in the development of the MINI brand.
There are rumours that
a new Paceman is not on the list for the future.
Recently at the 2012 LA Auto Show, MINI showcased
its new Paceman model, which it has now announced will get a hot John Cooper Works variant.
The new Paceman model, introduced at last year's Paris Motor Show, follows the lead of the plump Countryman model in its larger dimensions.
Not exact matches
We try the
new Mini Cooper SD range, a brisk BMW diesel engine used in every mini, from hatchback to coupe, roadster to
Paceman
The
new engine is planned to replace the existing turbocharged 1.6 - litre four - cylinder direct injection unit, which produces 215bhp in the recently launched Mini John Cooper Works
Paceman.
The release of the 2005 Mini Convertible marked the first in the line of BMW's variations of the classic Mini that include the four door van, the Clubman; a five door SUV, the Countryman; their
newest edition released in 2012, the Coupe; and a more conservatively styled two door than the coupe, the
Paceman to be released in 2013.
As many as eight model lines of the
new MINI are expected, including three and five - door hatchbacks and replacements for the Cabriolet, Clubman, Countryman and
Paceman.
The
new MINI
Paceman is a real eye - catcher.
Mini's stable of diminutive British vehicles is anything but small, expanding in both size and function with
new editions such as the larger Countryman,
Paceman and delivery - oriented Clubvan.
While every one of the diverse members of this fleet of micromachines attempts to wield «sportiness» in some way, shape or form — from the
new 4 - door hardtop, to the wagon-esque Clubman, to the crossoverish Countryman and two - door
Paceman that simply defy classification — the John Cooper Works hardtop exists at the pointiest end of both the brand and the hot - hatch segment at large, and is thus the one that best captures our attention.
Though it's a coupe, the
Paceman wears the same dimensions as the
new, four - door Mini Countryman - the, err, largest Mini to date.
The
new engine is planned to succeed the existing turbocharged 1.6 - liter four - cylinder direct - injection gasoline unit, which produces 215 hp in the recently launched Mini John Cooper Works
Paceman.
For Malaysia, five exterior paint shades are available, including the
new Brilliant Copper and a striking Starlight Blue, previously unseen and unique to the
Paceman.
The
new MINI
Paceman has landed in Australia, offering MINI's trademark go - kart thrills in an entirely
new Sports Activity Coupe (SAC) body.
After revealing the John Cooper Works
Paceman late last year MINI is back with a suite of
new pics and detailed press kit ahead of the car's market launch.
Eight exterior paint shades are available for the MINI
Paceman, including the
new Brilliant Copper, Blazing Red and — exclusively for the MINI
Paceman — Starlight Blue variants.
Test - drive a
new MINI Cooper Coupe, Countryman or Clubman, or stand out on the road in a MINI Cooper
Paceman or Hardtop.
They share the same genes, but dance to slightly different tunes; the
Paceman is essentially the four - door Countryman in sportier two - door form, a move that, according to Mini, sees the brand pressing ahead with its commitment to add
new and innovative vehicles to its model range.
With the
new MINI Clubman followed by the MINI Countryman and
Paceman, it seems like MINI has forgotten how to do things — well, in a «Mini» way.
Hot on the heels of the Countryman facelift introduced at the
New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) is the nipped - and - tucked MINI
Paceman, which made its debut in Beijing.
On the interior, the signature central speedometer makes an appearance with a
new black surround while the rear of the
Paceman gets two bucket seats for extra kneeroom thanks to the cutouts in the front seatbacks.
Those looking for more thrill though in the automaker's
new sports activity coupe can opt for the more powerful MINI Cooper S
Paceman, which has a twin - scroll turbocharged engine pushing out 184 - hp and 177 lb - ft of torque.
The 2015
Paceman will launch this July and will also be joined by the
new edition of the MINI John Cooper Works
Paceman.
Well, MINI has the vehicle for you and it's the
new 2013
Paceman.
Mini decided to add some flavor to the Countryman and
Paceman lineup and added a
new Frozen Black metallic paint offered in a limited edition for the top models in the lineup.
Mini has been on an expanding spree with
new models joining the lineup such as the Countryman,
Paceman, Coupe, and the model we're taking a closer look at today, the Roadster.
Well, cross that off as MINI's senior vice president, Dr. Kay Segler said this week the
Paceman will be the
new name.
It seems odd that Mini would create a
new model with the same basic layout of another car in its lineup, but the
Paceman seems to be aimed at potential buyers turned off by the other model's small size.
At the North American International Auto Show in January 2011, BMW announced that it would be extending the Mini range with the launch of two
new two - door sports crossover vehicles based on the Mini
Paceman concept car, with a coupe version planned to enter production in 2011 and a roadster to follow in 2012.
The MINI John Cooper Works
Paceman combines mouthwatering sporting flair and inimitable style to introduce a
new dimension in driving fun to the premium compact segment.
The
new MINI
Paceman is fitted as standard with daytime driving light as well as tyre pressure control on each individual tyre.
Hit the jump to read more about the
new Mini
Paceman John Cooper Works.
Upon arrival, the convoy of MINIs will be greeted by 1967 Monte Carlo Rally winner Rauno Aaitonen, who will then proceed to show off his unique rally skills by what MINI describes as a demonstration of his «unequaled talent behind the wheel of a
new MINI
Paceman.»
The
new MINI Cooper S
Paceman is also more powerful yet more efficient than ever, with its engine developing an additional 190 hp.