The MINI John Cooper Works Clubman gains all-paw traction ~ All About Ford Mustang

The MINI John Cooper Works Clubman is also the first JCW MINI to gain all-wheel drive.

MINI recently implemented some changes to the new John Cooper Works Clubman.

The first is the addition of MINI’s latest ALL4 all-wheel drive system, making it the first John Cooper Works model to sport all-paw traction. This of course means some more power can be squeezed out.

Horsepower remains at 228, utilizing the same 2.0L TwinPower Turbo four-banger as the regular JCW Cooper. But the torque gets a hefty bump from 236 pound-feet to 258 lb-ft, making it the torquiest MINI ever made.

The sprint to 60 miles per hour only takes six seconds now with the standard six-speed manual. Optionally available is a ZF-sourced eight-speed Steptronic automatic.

With a host of suspension upgrades, the new JCW Clubman gets a nice drop in stance by almost a half an inch. This lowers the center of gravity for improved body control and handling.

Helping to separate the JCW Clubman from the standard Clubman S besides the extra 39hp and lead in torque, is an aggressive lowering body kit. A sport-tuned exhaust is added to accentuate the new TwinPower four, and other enhancements remind you that you’re not in a standard Clubman S.

The new 2017 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman hits dealerships in December. Pricing will be announced closer to date.

2017 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman – Technical Specifications

Engine type	2.0-liter inline-4 cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine, turbocharged and direct-injected
Drive	ALL4 all-wheel drive
Cylinders	4
Lifting	3.7 in.
Bore	3.2 in.
Compression rate	10.2:1
Engine power	228 hp
	(5200-6000 rpm)
Engine torque	258 ft lbs
	(1450 rpm-4500 rpm)

Transmission type	6-speed manual	8-speed Sport Automatic w/Paddle Shifters
0-60 mph	6.0 s	6.0 s
Top speed	147 mph	147 mph
US Curb weight	3450 lbs	3486 lbs

Doors	6
Seats	5

Veh. length	168.3 in.
Veh. width	70.9 in.
Veh. height	56.7 in.
Wheelbase	105.1 in.
Cx	0.34
Ground clearance	5.6 in.
Turning circle	37.1 ft.
Legroom front	41.4 in.
Legroom 2nd row	34.3 in.
Shoulder room front	54.7 in.
Shoulder room rear	52.8 in.
Headroom front	40.2 in.
Headroom rear	38 in.
Front Seat Volume	52.7 ft³
Rear Seat Volume	39.8 ft³
Trunk volume (seats in use)	17.5 ft³
Trunk volume (roof closed)	47.9 ft³
Power-steering	EPS

Tires/Rims	Standard	Optional
Front tires	225/40 R18 92Y XL	225/35 R19 88Y XL
Front rims	8J x 18 LM	8J x 19 LM
Rear tires	225/40 R18 92Y XL	225/35 R19 88Y XL
Rear rims	8J x 18 LM	8J x 18 LM
Track front	61.1 in.	61.1 in.
Width of the rear track	61.2 in.	61.2 in.
Run flat tires	yes	yes

US Tank capacity [gallons]	13.2 gal.
Fuel grade (minimum/rec.)	89/91
Emissions classification	ULEV II