Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3)
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Although the MINI Cooper is now offered with two different diesel engine options, neither model really stirs the soul, focusing on overall economy rather than all-out performance. However, that will soon change with the Cooper S-based Cooper SD. The Cooper SD combines the best attributes of the Cooper S with the added frugality of a diesel engine. The Cooper SD is powered by a 2.0L diesel four-cylinder producing 143 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. For those keeping score, the Cooper SD produces about 28 percent more horsepower than the Cooper D and about 60 percent more power than the Cooper One D. Handling should also be much improved over other MINI diesel models, thanks to a suspension borrowed from the Cooper S. The SD trim line will be available for all MINI models, including the Convertible, Clubman and Countryman. A six-speed manual transmission will be standard on all SD models, although a six-speed auto will also be available. Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3). News and automotive information about Mini Cooper SD car gear 3. Mini Cooper SD car pictures and images gear 3. The Cooper SD promises the best performance and economy of the bunch, taking just 8.1 seconds to reach 60mph while returning a combined 65.7mpg. The Countryman ALL4 sits at the other end of the scale, accelerating from 0-60 in 9.4 seconds and averaging 57.6mpg. Prices for the SD models range from £18,750 to £23,190. Although the Cooper SD will initially be reserved for European consumption, there is a chance it could make it to our shores. MINI has yet to make a final ruling on a diesel-powered model for the U.S., but the SD could be just the vehicle to lead that charge. The problem at BMW land (Munich) is that corporate geniuses shafted 3.0L diesel into 3 series. This motor happily propels X5 and could be shared with heavier (then 3 series) X3, where 0-60 is not as important. After all it’s a truck(lette). 3 series with diesel would not fly off the lots, why would they? Also, those diesel 3′s can’t be had with AWD or wagons. Ergo, fear of own stupidity in Munich. Just put those 6 cyl. diesels into trucks and send some 4 banger diesel powered AWD wagons and see landscape changes. Mini with diesel will get “manly” label and will sell, especially if you don’t need to shift it much. Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3). News and automotive information about Mini Cooper SD car gear 3. Mini Cooper SD car pictures and images gear 3.
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 1)
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 2)
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3)
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 4)
News and automotive information about Mini Cooper SD car gear 3. Mini Cooper SD car pictures and images gear 3.
Although the MINI Cooper is now offered with two different diesel engine options, neither model really stirs the soul, focusing on overall economy rather than all-out performance. However, that will soon change with the Cooper S-based Cooper SD. The Cooper SD combines the best attributes of the Cooper S with the added frugality of a diesel engine. The Cooper SD is powered by a 2.0L diesel four-cylinder producing 143 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque. For those keeping score, the Cooper SD produces about 28 percent more horsepower than the Cooper D and about 60 percent more power than the Cooper One D. Handling should also be much improved over other MINI diesel models, thanks to a suspension borrowed from the Cooper S. The SD trim line will be available for all MINI models, including the Convertible, Clubman and Countryman. A six-speed manual transmission will be standard on all SD models, although a six-speed auto will also be available. Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3). News and automotive information about Mini Cooper SD car gear 3. Mini Cooper SD car pictures and images gear 3. The Cooper SD promises the best performance and economy of the bunch, taking just 8.1 seconds to reach 60mph while returning a combined 65.7mpg. The Countryman ALL4 sits at the other end of the scale, accelerating from 0-60 in 9.4 seconds and averaging 57.6mpg. Prices for the SD models range from £18,750 to £23,190. Although the Cooper SD will initially be reserved for European consumption, there is a chance it could make it to our shores. MINI has yet to make a final ruling on a diesel-powered model for the U.S., but the SD could be just the vehicle to lead that charge. The problem at BMW land (Munich) is that corporate geniuses shafted 3.0L diesel into 3 series. This motor happily propels X5 and could be shared with heavier (then 3 series) X3, where 0-60 is not as important. After all it’s a truck(lette). 3 series with diesel would not fly off the lots, why would they? Also, those diesel 3′s can’t be had with AWD or wagons. Ergo, fear of own stupidity in Munich. Just put those 6 cyl. diesels into trucks and send some 4 banger diesel powered AWD wagons and see landscape changes. Mini with diesel will get “manly” label and will sell, especially if you don’t need to shift it much. Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3). News and automotive information about Mini Cooper SD car gear 3. Mini Cooper SD car pictures and images gear 3.
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 1)
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 2)
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 3)
Mini Cooper SD (Gear 4)