MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024) Review
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MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024) At A Glance
Now a proper estate with two rear doors, more upmarket interior than the standard MINI hatch, good sized boot has plenty of room for a pushchair.
Top models are very pricey, options list is confusing.
Insurance Groups are between 17–28
On average it achieves 80% of the official MPG figure
The MINI Clubman is the estate car take on the popular MINI hatchback, designed to compete with premium products like the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake and Volkswagen Golf Estate, as well as premium hatchbacks like the Audi A3 Sportback. It builds on the previous generation but is a more practical proposition; it’s a much bigger car than before and has a bigger boot, even though it retains the two vertical doors from the original car. Offered with the typical range of personalisation options as well as a broad engine range, it brings a more sensible side as well as still being fun to drive. Read on for our full MINI Clubman review.
It might still have two ‘barn’ doors for accessing the boot, but that’s about the only thing the new MINI Clubman has in common with its predecessor. This Clubman is more like a conventional small family car, with the added bonus of a luxurious interior.
In fact, despite the estate car styling the MINI Clubman is actually around the same size as an Audi A3 Sportback. Being based on the bigger MINI five door hatchback gives it the longer wheelbase and bigger body to offer both decent rear seat space as well as a bigger boot; it might not be a serious load carrier but it’s a far more practical proposition.
One thing the MINI Clubman has done is moved upmarket. It feels more grown up than the rest of the MINI range, with a different dashboard layout, subtle chrome details and unique vents.
There are also some really luxurious upholstery finishes, including the option of blue quilted leather that wouldn’t look out of place in a much pricier vehicle. It goes some way to justifying the MINI Clubman being pitched as a premium competitor to the likes of the Mercedes A-Class and BMW 1 Series.
Standard equipment is generous, with alloy wheels, navigation, Bluetooth and keyless start fitted to all cars. Being a MINI there are plenty of optional extras of course, including a wide choice of paint and roof colours, stripes, alloy wheel designs, interior upholstery finishes and bundles of extras including the popular Chili pack.
It’s easy to get carried away with the MINI configuration tool and to add thousands of pounds to the price of a Clubman, but somehow even examples with everything but the proverbial kitchen sink fitted manage not to feel overpriced.
The testament to the Clubman’s genuinely upmarket, luxurious and special cabin. Whether a fancy cabin and twin rear doors are enough to pull buyers away from the Audi A3 Sportback and Mercedes-Benz A-Class will come down to personal preference.
If you’re interested in a practical MINI then there’s also a chance you still want it to drive like a MINI too. The extra length and width means it’s not quite as agile as the regular hatchback, but there is still fun to be had. If anything, it rides better than the standard car as long as you choose the right suspension option, but it is still keen to turn into a corner and has a playful nature that is a big part of its appeal.
But if you've always wanted a MINI and found the rest of the range a little too tight for space, the Clubman is perfect.
We lived with a Clubman for six months - find out how we got on with it in our MINI Clubman long term test.
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MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024) handling and engines
- Engines range from One D to Cooper S ALL4 Steptronic
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 28–63 mpg
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Handling and ride quality
The ride quality is generally good even on large wheels, though it is firm over speed bumps. The standard non-sports suspension or the optional adaptive setup offer the best compromise. The Sports set-up for the Sport trim is definitely best left to the keen drivers.
Wind and engine noise are well suppressed, with a faint rumble from the tyres. The Clubman is easy to drive in town, since it’s smaller than it looks, plus it’s relaxing and easy on the motorway thanks, in part, to standard fit cruise control.
Fortunately, the Clubman is still a lot of fun on a twisty country road. The steering is precise, accurate and nicely weighted, plus there’s plenty of traction with body roll is well controlled. It makes for a confidence-inspiring and fun drive. That is precisely what many buyers familiar with MINI models will expect.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Engines
The standard Cooper has a 1.5-litre petrol with 136PS while the sporty Cooper S has a 2.0-litre with 178PS. It's certainly our pick of the range if you want some genuine get up and go from your MINI.
The engine is wonderfully smooth and enjoyable to exploit, and as all MINI Clubman models come with an eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard it's easy to drive in any situation. Performance is good plus it sounds fantastic, letting out pops and crackles when driven in sport mode.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Safety
Euro NCAP tested the MINI Clubman in 2015 and awarded it a score of four stars overall. This included a very high score of 90 per cent for adult occupant protection, somewhat diminished by a below average score of 68 per cent for child occupant protection.
It was also awarded a 68 per cent score for pedestrian mitigation and a similar score of 67 per cent for safety assist.
As for active safety systems, the Clubman is fitted with ESP as standard, while the optional Driving Assistant pack includes automatic emergency braking for city and extra-urban environments, active cruise control and traffic sign recognition.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Towing
With an unbraked trailer, the MINI Clubman can tow a maximum trailer weight of up to 750kg, though you'll have to check the exact limit for the model you buy. With a braked trailer, the max is 1300kg.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper | 49 mpg | 9.1–9.2 s | 118–141 g/km |
| Cooper Automatic | 55 mpg | 9.1–9.2 s | 118–130 g/km |
| Cooper D | 66 mpg | 8.6–8.9 s | 109–112 g/km |
| Cooper D Automatic | 66 mpg | 8.5–8.6 s | 109–113 g/km |
| Cooper S | 43 mpg | 7.2–73.0 s | 144–161 g/km |
| Cooper S ALL4 | 41 mpg | 7.0 s | 159 g/km |
| Cooper S ALL4 Steptronic | 45 mpg | 6.9 s | 146 g/km |
| Cooper S Automatic | - | 7.2 s | 151 g/km |
| Cooper S Steptronic | 49 mpg | 7.1–7.2 s | 133–146 g/km |
| Cooper SD ALL4 Steptronic | 59 mpg | 7.2 s | 126 g/km |
| Cooper SD Automatic | 63 mpg | 7.4 s | 114–119 g/km |
| Cooper Steptronic | 50 mpg | 9.2 s | 130–140 g/km |
| One | 49–55 mpg | 11.3 s | 119–131 g/km |
| One Automatic | 55 mpg | - | 119 g/km |
| One D | 74 mpg | - | 99 g/km |
| One D Automatic | 69–72 mpg | 10.8 s | 104–109 g/km |
| One Steptronic | 50–69 mpg | 10.8–11.6 s | 109–130 g/km |
Real MPG average for the MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
80%
Real MPG
28–63 mpg
MPGs submitted
198
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024) interior
- Boot space is 360–1250 litres
- Euro NCAP rating of four stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4253–4266 mm |
| Width | 2018–2022 mm |
| Height | 1441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm |
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Practicality
If you're expecting the estate-like styling to yield a huge boot, you'll be disappointed. At 360 litres, it’s a little smaller than the boot on a Volkswagen Golf hatchback. But that said, it’s a useful shape and with a small load lip and a nice big square opening, lifting a folded pushchair in is a doddle.
However, if you're a cyclist, be warned that a boot mounted bike carrier won't fit because of the rear side hinged doors. The other issue with the rear barn doors is that they cut visibility as you have a big central pillar in your rear view.
On the plus side the rear seats do fold down easily though, freeing up 1250 litres of space. Also useful is that the load deck itself lifts, revealing a fairly large area for hiding valuables or storing things out of the way.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Quality and finish
MINI may be attempting to take the Clubman a bit more upmarket, but there are still plenty of obvious MINI details like the large infotainment screen in the middle of the dash which features navigation as standard.
The quality of the interior finish is impressive and it feels a cut above the standard MINI hatchback, which is good news because the price is similarly distant too. There's more chrome, a re-sculpted dashboard and, generally, a sense that it belongs in the Mercedes-Benz A-Class or Audi A3 league.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Infotainment
As standard you get an 8.8-inch infotainment screen with DAB, Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay, although Android Auto is not offered. This basic system also comes with the rotary controller and steering wheel controls rather than a touchscreen.
The upgraded system has an 8.8-inch touchscreen, digital instrument display, connected services including Amazon Alexa, and enhanced Bluetooth with wireless charging. This system works well and is a relatively small cost to upgrade. The larger screen is a worthwhile improvement, even if it’s easier for the driver to use the rotary controller when on the move.
The John Cooper Works model has the Premium Pack as standard, which provides the digital cockpit dash display and a Harmon Kardon stereo system.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024) value for money
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Prices
Is the MINI Clubman quite expensive because it’s a classy car, or does it seem classy due to the prices? Your view will likely depend on how much you want and like the Clubman, and plenty do, so the £27,105 entry for the base Cooper Classic model may raise an eyebrow but will equally have lots of drivers opening their wallets.
To move to the Cooper S Classic costs almost £3000 more thanks to its list price of £29,890. From there to the Cooper S Sport version is another £4000, with this model pitched at £34,090.
Next trim in line is Exclusive offered on Cooper and Cooper S forms, with prices at £30,215 and £32,290. A John Cooper Work model will set you back £39,945, making it the most expensive Clubman by some margin. Not even the Untold Edition Cooper S comes close with its price label set at £35,575.
On top of these numbers, you can quickly ring the till a lot higher thanks to the copious options and extras offered by MINI.
An early Clubman can now be had from around £10,500 with average mileage, while a three-year old Cooper Classic is around the £17,500 mark.
MINI Clubman (2016 – 2024): Running Costs
The 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol is the most frugal with a claimed maximum combined fuel consumption figure of 47.1mpg under WLTP rules, so 40mpg in the real world is perfectly possible.
The 2.0-litre turbocharged unit is more powerful but surprisingly is pretty close in terms of economy with a claimed figure of 44.8mpg, although you’re more likely to achieve high 30s in normal driving.
Got for the potent 306PS John Cooper Works model and it claims 38.2mpg, but low 30s is the reality if you use the car's performance now and again.
The premium badge and price tag means you have to pay a little more on the insurance side than for more mainstream alternatives, although engine and trim combinations do also have a big part to play.
The lowest insurance ranking for the normal Clubman line-up is Group 20 for the Cooper Classic, while the highest is 28 for the Untold Edition, while the fiery John Cooper Works sits on its own in Group 40.
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The entry-level Classic model comes with an 8.8-inch colour infotainment screen, intelligent emergency call, DAB digital radio and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as ambient lighting, exterior MINI logo projection and automatic headlights with rain sensor.
Sport models add a long list of John Cooper Works goodies, including aero body kit, 18-inch alloys, front sport seats, steering wheel, and anthracite headliner. They also have Sports suspension as standard.
Exclusive builds on the Classic model specification with unique 18-inch alloy wheels, chrome line exterior finish, MINI Yours Lounge leather upholstery, leather steering wheel, and interior chrome line finish.
Next up is the Untold Edition, which has its own 18-inch alloy wheel design, adaptive headlights, Sage Green paint, and brass-coloured trim details. On the inside, there's Sage Green leather upholstery.
Then we come to the John Cooper Works model, which has four-wheel drive, 18-inch alloys, red brake calipers, Sports suspension, its own body kit, and a Torsen differential that helps keep its 306PS power under control. On the inside, the JCW comes with Dinamica and leather upholstery in Carbon Black, JCW badges, and the Premium Plus Pack with its digital cockpit in place of the normal main dash gauges. This also brings a heated windscreen, Harman Kardon stereo, reversing camera, panoramic glass roof, and parking assistant.
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4253–4266 mm |
| Width | 2018–2022 mm |
| Height | 1441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2670 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1300–1465 kg |
| Boot Space | 360–1250 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 10000–18000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £23,545–£36,715 |
| Insurance Groups | 17–28 |
| Road Tax Bands | A–G |
| Official MPG | 40.9–74.3 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 4 |
Currently on sale
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.5 Cooper Classic Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £23,545 | 49.6 mpg | 9.2 s |
| 1.5 Cooper Exclusive Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £26,445 | 49.6 mpg | 9.2 s |
| Cooper S Classic 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | £26,425 | - | 7.2 s |
| Cooper S Exclusive 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | £28,725 | - | 7.2 s |
| Cooper S Final Edition 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | £36,715 | - | - |
| Cooper S Sport 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | - | - | - |
| Cooper S Untold Edition 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | £32,590 | - | 7.2 s |
On sale until November 2022
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.5 Cooper Classic Comfort Pack 6dr | £21,985 | 48.7 mpg | 9.2 s |
| 1.5 Cooper Exclusive Comfort Nav Plus Pack 6dr | £26,185 | 48.7 mpg | 9.2 s |
| 1.5 Cooper Sport Comfort Pack 6dr | £24,885 | 48.7 mpg | 9.2 s |
| 1.5 Cooper Sport Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £26,445 | 49.6 mpg | 9.2 s |
| Cooper S Classic 178 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| Cooper S Exclusive 178 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| Cooper S Shadow Edition 178 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| Cooper S Shadow Edition 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | - | - | 7.2 s |
| Cooper S Sport 178 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 7.3 s |
| Cooper S Sport 178 Steptronic Auto 6dr | - | - | 7.2 s |
| Cooper S Untold Edition 178 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 73.0 s |
| Cooper Shadow Edition 136 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Cooper Shadow Edition 136 Steptronic 7spd Auto 6dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Cooper Untold Edition 136 Start/Stop 6dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
| Cooper Untold Edition 136 Steptronic 7spd Auto 6dr | - | - | 9.2 s |
On sale until April 2021
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.0 Cooper S Classic Comfort Pack 6dr | £24,995 | 42.8 mpg | 7.3 s |
| 2.0 Cooper S Classic Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £26,285 | 48.7 mpg | 7.2 s |
| 2.0 Cooper S Exclusive Comfort Pack 6dr | £27,095 | 42.8 mpg | 7.3 s |
| 2.0 Cooper S Exclusive Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £28,385 | 48.7 mpg | 7.2 s |
| 2.0 Cooper S Sport Comfort Pack 6dr | £27,095 | 42.8 mpg | 7.3 s |
| 2.0 Cooper S Sport Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £28,385 | 48.7 mpg | 7.2 s |
On sale until December 2020
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.5 One City Classic Comfort Pack 6dr | £20,895 | 48.7 mpg | 11.3 s |
| 1.5 One City Classic Comfort Pack Steptronic 6dr | £22,455 | 49.6 mpg | 11.6 s |
| 1.5 One D City Classic Comfort Pack Auto 6dr | £24,755 | 68.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 2.0 Cooper D Classic Comfort Pack 6dr | £24,285 | 65.7 mpg | 8.9 s |
| 2.0 Cooper D Classic Comfort Pack Auto 6dr | £25,885 | 65.7 mpg | 8.6 s |
| 2.0 Cooper D Exclusive Comfort Pack 6dr | £27,185 | 65.7 mpg | 8.9 s |
| 2.0 Cooper D Exclusive Comfort Pack Auto 6dr | £28,785 | 65.7 mpg | 8.6 s |
| 2.0 Cooper D Sport Comfort Pack 6dr | £27,185 | 65.7 mpg | 8.9 s |
| 2.0 Cooper D Sport Comfort Pack Auto 6dr | £28,785 | 65.7 mpg | 8.6 s |
On sale until February 2019
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.5 One 6dr | £19,595 | 55.4 mpg | - |
| 1.5 One Auto 6dr | £21,090 | 55.4 mpg | - |
| 1.5 One D 6dr | £21,985 | 74.3 mpg | - |
| 1.5 One D Auto 6dr | £23,500 | 72.4 mpg | - |
| 6DR 1.5 Cooper 6dr | £21,085 | 48.7 mpg | 9.1 s |
| 6DR 1.5 Cooper Steptronic 7speed 6dr | £22,645 | 49.6 mpg | 9.2 s |
| 6DR 1.5 One City Nav 6dr | £19,995 | 48.7 mpg | 11.3 s |
| 6DR 1.5 One City Nav Steptronic 7speed 6dr | £21,555 | 49.6 mpg | 11.6 s |
| 6DR 1.5 One D City Nav Steptronic 7speed 6dr | £23,855 | 68.9 mpg | 10.8 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper D 6dr | £23,385 | 65.7 mpg | 8.6 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper D Auto 6dr | £24,985 | 65.7 mpg | 8.5 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper S 6dr | £24,095 | 42.8 mpg | 7.2 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper S ALL4 6dr | £25,165 | 40.9 mpg | 7.0 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper S ALL4 Steptronic 6dr | £26,580 | 44.8 mpg | 6.9 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper S Steptronic 7speed 6dr | £25,585 | 48.7 mpg | 7.1 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper SD ALL4 Steptronic 6dr | £28,215 | 58.9 mpg | 7.2 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper SD Auto 6dr | £27,085 | 62.8 mpg | 7.4 s |
| 6DR 2.0 Cooper SD Auto 6dr | £27,085 | 62.8 mpg | 7.4 s |
On sale until August 2018
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 6DR 1.5 Cooper Auto 6dr | £22,540 | 55.4 mpg | 9.1 s |
On sale until April 2017
| Estate | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 1.5 One 6dr | £19,435 | 55.4 mpg | - |
| 1.5 One Auto 6dr | £20,930 | 55.4 mpg | - |
Model History
- September 2015: Details of MINI Clubman revealed
- January 2016: MINI Cooper S and Cooper SD Clubman ALL4 announced
- March 2016: MINI One D Clubman launched
- April 2017: Black Pack for MINI Clubman introduced
- May 2017: Two-man tent launched for the MINI Clubman
- May 2017
- August 2018: MINI Clubman City launched
- October 2018: MINI gets new trim line-up
- April 2019: Revised MINI Clubman revealed
- May 2019: Updated MINI Clubman JCW announced
- February 2022: MINI Clubman Untold Edition priced from £28,400
September 2015
Details of MINI Clubman revealed
First time MINI features include electric parking brake, 8-speed Steptronic automatic transmission, electrical seat adjustment and the option of MINI Yours Interior Styles with backlit door bezels.
4,009mm long x 1,736mm wide x 1,425 millimetres high. 360 litres load area extending to 1,250 litres by folding down the rear backrest with optional 40/20/40 split.
'MINI Excitement Package', standard on all UK MINI Clubmans, comprises LED interior and ambient lighting as well as an exterior mirror puddle light that projects a MINI logo onto the ground on the driver's side when the car is opened and closed. Another unique new gimmick is the Comfort Access option including hands free opening of the split doors at the rear.
New MINI Clubman UK launch October 31st 2015 featuring the latest generation of engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology for a sports-style temperament and outstanding efficiency.
The 4-cylinder petrol engine in the MINI Cooper S Clubman has 92PS (combined fuel consumption: 45.6mpg; combined CO2 emissions: 144 g/km) while the MINI Cooper Clubman is powered by a 3-cylinder petrol engine with 136PS (combined fuel consumption: 55.4mpg; combined CO2 emissions: 118 g/km). MINI Cooper D Clubman introduces new engine to the MINI family form of a 150PS 4-cylinder diesel engine, with combined fuel consumption of 68.9mpg and combined emissions of 109 g/km. Cooper SD Clubman has 190PS (combined fuel consumption: 62.8 mpg; combined CO2 emissions: 119 g/km).
January 2016
MINI Cooper S and Cooper SD Clubman ALL4 announced
MINI’s ALL4 all-wheel drive system has been specially redeveloped to ensure sportier handling and improved versatility.
The 2.0-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology is the latest example of MINI’s engine technology. Offering 192PS, the new MINI Cooper S Clubman ALL4 is combined with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, and optionally with an 8-speed Steptronic torque converter transmission. It achieves fuel consumption of 40.9 mpg with the manual transmission (44.8mpg for automatic transmission) and has CO2 emissions of 159g/km (146g/km).
The new MINI Cooper SD Clubman ALL4 features a 190PS diesel engine with 400Nm of torque which is paired with the brand’s capable 8-speed Steptronic transmission as standard. Fuel consumption on the combined cycle is 58.9mpg with CO2 emissions of 126g/km.
The new MINI Clubman ALL4 includes a Navigation System standard on all models and the MINI Excitement Package, with the gimmick of a projection of the brand logo on to the ground beneath the driver’s side door mirror when the car is opened and closed, as well as extended interior lighting.
Production of MINI Clubman ALL4 has started at MINI Plant Oxford, with first deliveries at MINI retailers nationwide in April.
|
Model |
HP |
Trans |
CO2 |
OTR |
|
MINI Cooper S Clubman ALL4 |
192 |
Man |
159 |
£24,305 |
|
Auto |
146 |
£25,985 |
||
|
MINI Cooper SD Clubman ALL4 |
190 |
Auto |
126 |
£27,410 |
March 2016
MINI One D Clubman launched
Retaining the high specification offered across the MINI Clubman range, including MINI Navigation, DAB, Bluetooth, Cruise control and MINI Connected on every car, the new MINI One D Clubman will be of particular interest to fleet and business customers, with this latest model emitting 99g/km CO2.
| Model | HP | Trans | CO 2 | OTR |
| MINI One D Clubman | 116 | Man | 99 | £21,375 |
| Auto | 104 | £22,870 |
April 2017
Black Pack for MINI Clubman introduced
Designed exclusively for the UK, the first MINI Clubman edition offers 17-inch Black Net spoke wheels combined with Black bonnet stripes.
Inside, the design cues continue with a Piano Black interior and multi-function steering wheel. The MINI Black Pack badge which is featured on the rear doors of the vehicle highlights the exclusivity of the new MINI Black Pack Clubman models.
May 2017
Two-man tent launched for the MINI Clubman
The Italian specialist in automobile roof tents, AUTOHOME, has teamed up with the car brand to develop a two-man roof tent designed to be mounted perfectly onto the roof of a MINI. The roof tent comes available in black or white, in keeping with the contrasting roof and mirror caps of the new MINI Countryman.
Designed in collaboration with the MINI Design Team, the roof tent looks like a conventional roof box when closed, with fibreglass housing and aerodynamic lines for minimal air resistance and noise. The tent is then raised when in use by means of four gas pressure springs.
The roof tent can be mounted onto the MINI roof rails, which come as standard with the new MINI Countryman, without the use of tools in just a few easy moves.
Inside, there is a high-density mattress with cotton cover, two doors and two windows with zips, close-meshed mosquito nets at all openings and a battery-operated LED interior light, as well as luggage nets and pockets to stow personal items. A solid aluminium ladder is provided to climb up onto the top floor of the MINI Countryman.
May 2017
From July 2017, all new MINI models have enhanced cockpit instrument with a new night design and a fuel level display that offers greater precision. Operation of MINI Driving Modes and MINI Head-Up Display is also revised. MINI Clubman and MINI Countryman offer Apple CarPlay.
Apple Carplay integration offers customers a convenient, wireless connection to compatible Apple iPhone apps, including iMessage, Phone, Apple Music, Apple Maps and selected third party apps. Apps are displayed and operated on the 8.8” high resolution MINI central display, and controlled using either the MINI Touch Controller or the touchscreen.
As of July 2017, the cockpit instrument on the steering column of all current MINI models offers improved clarity and an enhanced graphics display. At night time, the numbers and letters will appear in white rather than orange. This new colour scheme also applies to the Head-Up Display whilst driving in the dark. Individual height setting for the Head-Up Display is now be stored in the personal profile on the vehicle key, as are settings for the exterior mirrors and the electrically adjustable seats. The new fuel level display on the right-hand section of the cockpit instrument features an enhanced and more precise display, making it easier to read fuel level details.
Operation of MINI Driving Modes is modified in all current MINI models as of July 2017. Changing from the standard setting to SPORT mode or GREEN Mode and is now facilitated by means of a toggle switch positioned underneath the air conditioning controls. Head-Up Display controllers are managed from a separate menu item in the MINI operating system from July 2017 onwards.
August 2018
MINI Clubman City launched
The launch of the new business focused model combines essential features, including Satellite Navigation and Park Distance Control,
Satellite Navigation, with 6.5-inch display, Apple Car Play, DAB, Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) and Intelligent Emergency Calling (E-call) and Rear Park Distance Control (PDC) are standard, as well as Bluetooth hands free function.
Retaining standard specifications of interest to fleet customers, Air Conditioning, Sports Steering Wheel and Cruise Control are all carried over from the MINI Clubman standard equipment list. MINIMALISM Fuel Saving Technology is fitted to every MINI Clubman model, with features including Automatic Stop/Start function, Break Energy Regeneration and Shift Point Display.
The MINI Clubman City comes with 16-inch Revolite Spoke Wheels as standard with 17-inch Silver Net Spoke or 17-inch Silver Vent Spoke available as a free upgrade or 17-inch Black Net Spoke as a paid for option. Additionally, all models can be specified with run flat tyres as an additional upgrade.
Three models will be available from launch of the new MINI Clubman City - two petrol-powered, and one diesel variant, all of which meet the rigorous requirements of the Euro 6d-TEMP emission standard. The engine in the MINI One D Clubman City allows the brand to achieve emissions of 109 g/km (combined) * , the lowest emissions of any Clubman model.
|
Model |
HP |
Transmission |
CO 2 (g/km - combined) |
0 – 62 (mph) |
OTR |
|
MINI One |
102 |
Man |
131 * |
11.3 |
£19,995 |
|
MINI One |
102 |
Auto |
130 * |
11.6 |
£21,555 |
|
MINI One D |
116 |
Auto |
109 * |
10.8 |
£23,855 |
October 2018
MINI gets new trim line-up
Classic, Sport and Exclusive are new styles, each offering increased standard specification and a shortcut to a distinctive interior and exterior character of their choice.
The range starts with Classic. This gets a 6.5-inch colour infotainment screen, intelligent emergency call, DAB digital radio and Bluetooth connectivity is standard on all models. Standard specification across the range has been enhanced with the introduction of Classic, which now also includes ambient lighting, exterior MINI logo projection and automatic headlights with rain sensor.
Sport models includes John Cooper Works Aerodynamic Kit and Spoiler, John Cooper Works Alloy Wheels, Sports Suspension, John Cooper Works Bucket Seats, John Cooper Works Steering Wheel and anthracite interior headliner. Sport models are available in combination with Cooper and Cooper S engines.
Exclusive builds on the Classic model specification with upgraded ‘Exclusive’ alloy wheels, chrome line exterior finish, MINI Yours Lounge leather upholstery, MINI Yours leather steering wheel, MINI Yours interior trim and interior chrome line finish. Exclusive models are available in combination with Cooper and Cooper S engines.
April 2019
Revised MINI Clubman revealed
An updated MINI Clubman is now on sale with prices starting at £21,200.
Cosmetic upgrades are limited to an updated grille design, fresh 16- and 17-inch alloy wheels, new headlights and Union Jack LED tail lights.
More equipment is standard, including a 6.5-inch infotainment system with navigation and Apple CarPlay.
Buyers can choose from three engines: a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol producing 136PS and badged the Cooper, a 192PS four-cylinder 2.0-litre petrol badged the Cooper S and the Cooper D, with a 150PS four-cylinder diesel.
May 2019
Updated MINI Clubman JCW announced
The four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine has been heavily reworked to produce 306PS and 450Nm of torque. It'll cover 0-62mph in 4.9 seconds (1.4 seconds quicker than before), while a new exhaust system is quieter when driving at a relaxed pace.
It features an eight-speed Steptronic automatic transmission as standard, along with all-wheel drive. Beefier brakes are now fitted as standard.
Prices start at £34,250.
February 2022
MINI Clubman Untold Edition priced from £28,400
The Untold Edition emphasises the individualist role of the MINI Clubman, and is available across all engine variants – Cooper and Cooper S.
The exterior of the edition is in metallic Sage Green, available for the first time on the MINI Clubman, and is complemented by the sporty and distinctive front and rear aprons inspired by the John Cooper Works Aerodynamic Kit. The hallmark MINI surrounds on the lower body sections are a dark shade of green, instead of the usual black. Five parallel sport stripes running centrally across the bonnet and roof are also specific features of the Untold Edition. The side scuttles, manufactured using a high-quality 3D printing process, have a striped graphic, which also features in the logo on the wing mirrors and door sill trims.
18-inch Untold Spoke alloy wheels have bicolour surfaces in Jet Black/Refined Brass and have been developed exclusively for the edition vehicles. The colour scheme, based on refined brass, is also used for the grille surround and crossbar on the MINI Cooper S Clubman and for the "Clubman" lettering on the split doors at the rear on all variants. A black paint finish for the roof and exterior mirror caps is available as an option. Piano Black exterior equipment including door handles, exhaust tailpipes, MINI logos and model lettering is an integral part of the Untold Edition.
Sports seats in the exclusive MINI Yours Leather Lounge Sage Green, bring the powerful exterior character to the interior of the edition. The seats also have light-coloured seams, piping and textile inserts in the backrests. Sports seats are also available in the MINI Yours Leather Lounge Carbon Black option as an alternative. In the cockpit, illuminated accent strips in Sage Green and exclusively designed interior surfaces with a subtle striped pattern and green colour scheme are combined. The surrounds of the air vents are highlighted in Refined Brass and the bottom spoke of the Nappa sports leather steering wheel, as well as the floor mats, feature the edition emblem.
The MINI Clubman Untold Edition offers high-quality equipment in addition to the exclusive design features. Beyond the standard equipment of the premium compact model, it also includes Adaptive LED Headlights, MINI Logo Projection and the MINI Driving Modes, as well as the anthracite-coloured roof lining and Interior Light Package.
What to watch out for
Faults reported on 2017/67 MINI Clubman with 13k miles include include: headlamp aim failure, interior lights uncontrollable, transmission fault warning, cruise control failure, noisy passenger door lock, and MINI is unable to update the Sat Nav for some bizarre reason. Map on USB stick on back order via MINI technical from Germany.
02-07-2019:Report that plastic headlight cover of 2016 MIN Clubman has started to melt in proximity to the bulb.
30-09-2019:Software issue reported with 2016 MINI Clubman only just out of 3 year warranty. At a service, owner was advised that there was a software issue in that the wear on the brake pads was being incorrectly reported. The BMW/MINI dealer, informed owner that it would cost £140 to upgrade the software. Owner pointed out that this was a safety issue, and also, if it was a software problem, then it should be classified as a latent problem as it had obviously existed since the car was new. The dealer refused to shift so owner wrote to BMW MINI. He received a call from the dealer shortly afterwards saying as a gesture of goodwill they would do it for £70. Owner still does not think he souldf have to pay.
29-10-2019:Report of "rumble" or "vibration" when clutch is engaged for low speed moving off in a MINI One Clubman 1.5 petrol. Dealer says its the Dual Mass Flywheel and is normal. Might be a driveshaft CV joint.
20-07-2022:Report of drivetrain warning light coming on. The car is a 2016 MINI Clubman with approximately 40,000 miles on the clock. Owner advised that both inlet and exhaust vanos units need replacing.
07-11-2022:Report of excessive wear to premium leather seats in 2020 MINI Cooper Clubman. Reader has complained to two MINI dealers - both have described it as normal wear and tear.
