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The New LCI MINI Range

The LCI MINI Range is now out and it is quite a comprehensive update to the MINI Range, both in terms of inproved engine performance and exterior/interior styling. Engines: State-of-the-art engines and MINIMALISM technologies combine to produce lower emissions and improved fuel economy, resulting in lower taxes and less ongoing monthsly costs, including diesel models with under 100 g/km emissions. Exterior:
  • New front and rear bumpers, improving pedestrian and passenger safety.
  • MINI First, MINI One and MINI Cooper models will now feature the bonnet previously only found on the MINI Cooper D, giving a more muscular appearance.
  • Re-designed side repeater on all models except for the MINI Cooper S
  • New rear light design featuring part LED technology and Brake Force Display.
  • Five new alloy wheel designs.

Interior:

  • Redesigned centre console with improved radio and function buttonsBlack centre console instead of black and silver.
  • Speedo radio area is now black instead of silver.
  • Steering wheel trim now black with a chrome ring in the centre around the airbag.
  • Roller design on MINI Clubman luggage cover for easier access.
  • Seatbelt retainer on Clubdoor on all MINI Clubman models.
  • Improved sound-proofing for lower cabin noise levels.
  • All models will reseive heated washer jets and exterior mirros as standard.
  • All MINI Clubman and Convertible (and selected MIN Hatch) models will recieve DAB radio as standard from launch.

Specification Options:

  • MINI Radio Visual Boost.6.5" high-resolution widescreen display unit.
  • New MINI MMI display layout.
  • Basic Bluetooth functionality.
  • Video playback (when car is stationary) when used with iPhone or iPod.
  • On board computer.
  • MINI joystick controller
  • Aux-In/USB Connection

If you are interested in finding out any more information then please contact a member of our MINI team at your local dealership: Blackheath - Bromley - Enfield - Ruxley/Kent