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Friday, May 1, 2009

Mini Cooper John Cooper Works

Production of John Cooper Works-tuned cars is all set to resume at MINI's Plant Oxford after the launch of the second-generation MINI Cooper S Hatch and new MINI Clubman. From July 2008, customers will be able to order factory-built MINIs that produce 211hp and complete a 0-62mph sprint in 6.5 seconds.

Motor sport has heavily influenced the engineering and development of these new MINIs that feature a larger twin-scroll turbocharger and direct petrol injection with common rail. The four-cylinder engine has had the same modifications as the MINI CHALLENGE race car, along with re-engineered brakes, suspension and strengthened gearing. Each upgrade combines to give the car a remarkable output of 132hp per litre combined with 40mpg.