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Obviously, the larger Clubman will provide needed versatility and practicality to the MINI brand.
I'm curious as to how the larger wheelbase and added weight will impact the MINI go-cart driving experience that has been so highly praised in the hatchback and convertible models.
Any well-informed predictions or educated guesses would be greatly appreciated.
I also wanted to say that a longer wheel base and an extra set of doors do not hinder the performance of a car as it used to in years past.
Witness the Mazda 3 "MazdaSpeed" version, 5 door hatchback, 0-60 in just 5.9 seconds!
The HP/weight ratio will be less for the Clubman as compared to the other MINI models as I understand they will use the same engines.
Speaking of the Mazdaspeed3 - 263 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque for a BASE price $22,240 (as tested MSRP OF $26,300). Do you think the 175 HP clubman will be able to provide similar performance to the 263 HP Mazda?
I would imagine, from having driven classic mini sedans and my classic mini wagon, that the clubman won't give up very much on the corners at all, and will have a slightly more relaxed drive on the interstate. Mine runs down the lane with far less corrections neccessary per minute..
I saw a UK MINI mag April 2007, that says the Clubman will have a suicide, smaller than full, back door (and only one) like the Mazda RX8. Any information if that will be true for the US? (Since the single back door is curbside, they would have a major body panel rework for a US version, so they might as well have 2 rear doors).
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I saw a UK MINI mag April 2007, that says the Clubman will have a suicide, smaller than full, back door (and only one) like the Mazda RX8. Any information if that will be true for the US? (Since the single back door is curbside, they would have a major body panel rework for a US version, so they might as well have 2 rear doors).
Yes, it's true.
the rear door, which MINI refers to as the "coach door" will be on the right side only and it's about 12" long.
2006 Astro Black Ragtop, pure stock, for now. #138 GWR
BlooMeeni - 2004 Mini Copper, Auto A/C, HK Stereo, Leather, 5sp.
