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Mini Hatch (F56, facelift 2018) 3-door Cooper D 1.5 (116 Hp) Steptronic
Overall Rating
Mini Hatch:
The Mini is a supermini car which has been made since July 2001. Colloquially known as the New Mini, all four generations have been produced as three-door hatchbacks and two-door convertibles, with a five-door hatchback body style added from the third generation. Introduced following the acquisition of the Mini marque by German carmaker BMW, it is a family of retro-styled cars with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The range has been marketed under various names, such as the Mini Cooper, Mini Hatch, Mini Hardtop, Mini One, and Mini John Cooper Works....(Read more on Wikipedia)
(F56, facelift 2018) 3-door Overview:
Mini Hatch ((F56, facelift 2018) 3-door). With 270 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.25 l/100km). Weighing only 1185 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.3 s). The top speed reaches 204 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Cooper D 1.5 (116 Hp) Steptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and responsive performance, with the automatic transmission complementing the diesel's torque for effortless driving.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel economy, making it one of the most efficient options in the lineup for combined driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic styling and premium interior feel
- • Engaging 'go-kart' handling across the range
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines
- • High level of customization options
- • Good residual values
Cons:
- • Firm ride quality can be uncomfortable on poor roads
- • Limited rear passenger space and small boot
- • Can be expensive, especially with options
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(R56: 2012 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Hatch |
| Generation: | (F56, facelift 2018) 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | Cooper D 1.5 (116 Hp) Steptronic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | June, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77.5 Hp/l [98mm more] |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B37C15A More details about the engine B37C15A |
| Engine displacement: | 1496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-power turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 3.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 16.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.2-4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 c |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 204 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 227.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1185 |
| Max. weight: | 1650 |
| Max. roof load: | 60 kg |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 731 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 211 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3821 mm mm [98mm more] |
| Width: | 1727 mm mm [44mm more] |
| Height: | 1414 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2495 mm mm [28mm more] |
| Front track: | 1501 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1501 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 143 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Steptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 88H |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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