The MINI Cooper S was one of the most eagerly anticipated cars by auto enthusiasts across the world. Mini Cooper S or the John Cooper Works variant is reflection of the third generation hatch model’s entry into the big league. The Cooper S has become more powerful with time. The new model is capable of churning out approximately 228 hp, which is almost a 10 per cent more than the last model. The maximum torque has been fixed at 236 pound-feet. The car is capable of making 0 to 60 miles per hour dash at 6.1 seconds when using the manual transmission. On switching to automatic transmission, the time reduces to 5.9 seconds.
When it comes to appearance, the S variant looks more hardy and tougher than ever when compared with its older models. The front grille is far more aggressive and the wheels have been forged to give a sportier look. In the mechanical aspects, the manufacturer has trusted on making some little tweaks here and there as compared to full radical alternatives.
It is also a notable fact, that the fuel economy is expected to be better than the previous versions. The cars of modern generation have made fuel economy a closely competitive aspect and it is presumed that Mini Cooper will follow suit. The car is expected to be provided with a six-speed manual alongside the standard automatic transmission. It is expected that the auto-enthusiasts will love the new upgraded Mini Cooper S.