Roof helmet is the most prominent feature of the first in the history of the Mini coupe. At least, so say its creators. What differentiates double machine from conventional hatchbacks?
MINI COUPE How the times change! A few dozen years ago, NATO fighters were based at the airfield 30 km from Munich. Around the massive concrete hangars, the trucks with fuel and ammunition were grumly roar, and combat airmen were wearing helmets on the launch pad. It's different here today. Instead of the deadly steel birds, the airstrips are bright "rockets"-two local "Mini". If you wish to join this dance, the technician will immediately offer to wear a helmet. It's true, it's not summer, it's a race. However, it is possible to refuse from such an "option" instead of hiding under another "helmet"-a convex roof compartment. All the attributes of Mini: good materials, good ergonomics and umbilical redesign have been preserved in the salon. Once under the "cap", any owner of Mini will feel at home. There are all familiar-expensive materials, convenient landing, stylish tumblers and a giant saucer of speedometer. Although the coupe is 52 mm below the hatchback, there will be no problems for the luxury driver: they save well thought-out oval deepening in the ceiling upholstery, leaving enough space for hell's head. I noticed another innovation, the MINI Connected, whose screen was put into the core of the speedometer. It not only expands the capabilities of the audio system, the onboard computer and the Navigator, but also provides the driver with access to the World Network's resources-RSS feeds, Google search, social networks and Internet radio. It is true that only the owner of "Aiphon" can use all this wealth. The gear lever hides the most controversial piece of interior, even a small joystick of the MINI Connected multimedia system. If in the appearance of the passenger compartment almost everything seems familiar, then on the luggage possibilities of the compartment it is worth to pay more attention. First, behind the back of the front seats made a very comfortable niche with a brook for small bags. Second, the trunk was surprisingly retributive-280 l. It is true that the shape of the bay will not allow the loading of voluminous boxes or bulky bags to be loaded. But such a result for a slimline compartment is a serious achievement, because even the Mini-Clubman is a useful volume (unless, of course, folding the back row) is less than 20 litres. "In order to sew the concrete of the airstrips, you immediately realize what the helmet was intended for," said John Cooper, "at least in the" John Cooper Warx " version, very similar to the battle maps: quick, hard, yurt, and irreconcilable. The power of 1.6-litre 211-strong engine with upgraded turbocharging system TwinScroll, reinforced pistons, and specially tuned exhaust system gives light machine the acceleration of a projectile fired from a self-service gun. An additional racing attribute is an anti-wing, which is automatically advanced at more than 80 km/h. It is highly appreciated and controllability: even in the most steep turns, the coupe remains docile and comprehensible. And if you cross the stick, the DSC stabilisation systems and the DTC dynamic control of the DTC lock are delicately involved in the case. The militating character emphasizes the suspension, very effectively curing the creans. The only thing is that this machine looks great on the race track, and it's going to be a little heavy in town. Few would agree to accept the jagged toughness of the suspension, the sharp steering, and the rumour of the bass player of the exhaust system. At the sight of the "John Cooper Warx" compartment, it seems that it can be produced without any change to any race track. A more peaceful impression was left of Cooper SD with a 2-liter, 143-strong diesel engine. It is well-balanced, but it is also possible to enjoy it: in a domestic environment, it is tense with noise and shaking, and it is not shameful to leave the speed track. In addition, the appetite for an SD card is surprisingly modest: in a mixed European test cycle, only 4.3 l/100 km is consumed. There will be no other modification in Russia yet. For starter we will be offered far less extreme versions of "Mini-Buy": "Cooper 1.6" with 122-strong motor (RUB 880 000). and "Cooper S", which has a capacity of 184 l. (...) (...) ). Compared to the usual hatchbek in the same picking, the overpayment will cost 70 ,000-7, 000 rubles. Are you willing to give up more money without having a couple of seats? Then go to the nearest shop-and the helmet! SPORT-The MINI COUPE even the standard execution of "MiniCoupe" shows the nature of a true athlete. It was undisputed that he was the one who made an extreme version that took part in a serious endurance test-the 24-hour race on the "Nuremburgring" route. That's a pretty big difference from a standard machine. The body of the body was made up of the security framework, the cet seat of the Recaro with a 6-point belt and a head and neck support system, the same as in Formula One. An integrated pneumatic jack was installed under the bottom to reduce the pit stop time. Naturally, there was also a more severe suspension, special aerodynamic weight, special brakes of MINI Challenge with Race ABS anti-lock function. The engine and the engine. The base was taken from a four-cylinder machine with a volume of 1.6 litres from the version of "John Cooper Worx" with the turbocharger of TwinScroll. The modified engine develops the power of 250 l. c. and torque 330 Nm, thanks to which the unium can accelerate to 240 km/h. THE MINI COUPEE IS A REAL ATHLETE: ONE WILL CHEER FOR HIM, AND OTHERS ARE SILENT. THE ONLY WAY TO LOOK AT HIM IS THAT NO ONE WILL BE ABLE TO SEE IT. MINI COUPEIN A compartment bought all the "Mini" attributes: good materials, good ergonomics and umbilical redesign. The gear lever hides the most controversial piece of interior, even a small joystick of the MINI Connected multimedia system. Many of the benefits will be given to the owner of the "Mini" owner-access to the Internet, communication in social networks, searching for the necessary objects and addresses. But if you don't put the communicator in a special nest in the armrest, these functions will remain inaccessible. Behind the back of the seats, it was possible to remove not only the handbag, but also the men' s portfolio. Contrary to fears, not only beach bags will enter the trunk of the compartment-there will be a pair of solid suitcases. There was a special luchet for the long numbers. At the sight of the "John Cooper Warx" compartment, it seems that it can be produced without any change to any race track. An additional racing attribute is an anti-wing, which is automatically advanced at more than 80 km/h. MINI COUPEMINI COUPE