MINI Product Numbering System Explained

We’ve had quite a few emails lately from readers wanting a full explanation of MINI’s internal numbering system. R55, R56, R53, it can get a bit confusing if you’re relatively new to...

2007 Nav’s iDrive-like Controller

There’s been some further information on MINI’s new Navigation system. As we reported a few weeks back, MINI’s new navigation system includes an iDrive-like controller and a simplified interface not unlike iDrive...

World Debut of the new MINI

A unique story of success is entering the next round: The MINI, the world’s best-selling small premium car, is entering its second model generation. Making its world debut at the 2006 Paris...

More Official R56 Photos Released

MINI released another batch of R56 photos today to go along with the initial release last month. Nothing particularly new we haven’t seen, just a bit more detail.

R56 JCW Accessories Officially Revealed

The R56 JCW Aero Kit, spoiler, brakes, wheels and interior accessories are now on MINI.com  Most of this should be very familiar to regular MotoringFile readers who had a sneak peak of the...

MINI Launches R56 at Paris Autoshow

This morning MINI officially launched the R56 at the Paris Motorshow. The following is a transcript of the speech given by Dr. Michael Ganal at the event: Ladies and Gentlemen – Welcome...

Paris Auto Show – First Photos

Paul from MINI2 has three galleries of photos up from the Paris Auto Show this morning. [ MINI2 Photo Gallery Number 1 ] MINI2 [ MINI2 Photo Gallery Number 2 ] MINI2...

R56 Standard Specifications (UK Market)

We’ve given you the official UK colour options, technical data, options list, and even the first brochure. Today we’ve got the 2007 official UK market standard specifications PDF. Enjoy: [ 2007 Official...