This is the 2014 F56 MINI’s Shift Knob
And the shift knob for all MINIs for the next 7-10 years. Discuss.
300+ HP From MINI’s New 3 Cylinder Possible According to BMW M
It’s all theoretical of course but when asked about BMW’s new 1.5L three cylinder architecture the head of BMW M was unusually candid about the possibilities. According to an interview Dr. Friedrich...
How Should MINI Change their Model Line-up?
For years we’ve been reporting that MINI’s line-up will expanding. And as you know it has, going from one model to seven models in as many years. But recent comments by MINIUSA...
2014 MINI Previewed: New Options & Colors
Exclusive: Over the past year we’ve given you an in-depth look at the 2014 F56 MINI through a series of articles detailing the high-level technology, engineering and design behind the car. With...
2014 MINI Previewed: Engines & Transmissions
The secret has been out for years now that MINI and BMW will be introducing a new family if 1.5L three cylinder engines destined for small front wheel drive cars. But would...
2014 MINI Previewed: The Technology
The preceding was discussed almost in its entirety last year when we walked you through what we knew (and what we could tell you) about the next generation MINI’s interior. However given...
MINI’s 3 Cylinder Engine Previewed
Last fall BMW trotted out a modified 1 Series hatch to a few select European journalists not to preview a car but an engine. Under the hood was the B38 3 Cylinder...
MINI and BMW to Dramatically Expand Model Ranges
This post is also featured over on our sister site, BimmerFile.com. In various interviews over the past few months, BMW executives have hinted at grand plans for the UKL platform. Reported by...
MINI’s Next Generation N37 3 Cylinder Engine: Hearing is Believing
One of the biggest concerns about MINI’s upcoming three cylinder (after power) is sound. What do three cylinders sound like compared to the current four? Based on first-hand experiences and the video...