Edmunds Tests the R56 Prototype

So BMW flies Edmunds out to the Netherlands, puts them up in nice hotel, gives them the keys to several R56 prototypes and some track time, and they can’t even write a...

Fifth Gear Tests the R56 Prototype

Mike Duff from Fifth Gear has one of the better (and thorough) reviews we’ve seen from MINI’s recent R56 Prototype press preview. Here’s an excerpt:

Car Connection Tests the R56 Prototype

The Car Connection gives us their take on the R56 prototype from BMW’s recent preview event in the Netherlands. Here’s an excerpt:

MINI2 at the MINI R56 Preview Event

Paul over at MINI2 has lots of video footage and photos of R56 prototypes (unfortunately all camouflaged) and some technical details as well. Be sure to check it out: [ R56 Video...

2007 MINI Length Finally Revealed

MotoringFile Exclusive: Various numbers have been bandied about concerning the overall increase in length of the 2007 MINI. However we’ve heard from several sources the same number and now we can confirm...

First Pics of the R56 Press Preview

Autotelegraaf has the first pic of this week’s press preview that MINI is currently running. Expect to see a lot more of this lightly disguised silver 2007 MCS prototype in various magazines...

Scoop: ’07 Cooper S Torque Figures

MotoringFile Exclusive: We know that the 2007 MINI Cooper S will have 175bhp, but how about torque? From what our (always reliable) sources are telling us, the ’07 MCS will have 175...

Scoop: ’07 Cooper S to Drop Over 180lbs

MotoringFile Exclusive: As we mentioned last week the MCS will be going on a thorough diet when the next generation rolls out in a few months. However until now we’ve only heard...

H-Sport 19mm Rear Sway Bar Reviewed

Truth be told, I never had a problem with the handling on my Cooper S. The car felt great at delivery, and it felt REALLY great after installing the JCW Suspension kit....

2007 MINI Reviews Out Soon

MINI has allowed roughly a dozen publications early drives in the car in an effort to show off the improved dynamics and the new engine. The tests are taking place this week...