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Mini Hatch (F56) 3-door Cooper 1.5 (136 Hp)
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) 3-door Overview:
Mini Hatch ((F56) 3-door). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1085 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 210 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 1.5 (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A sweet spot for performance, offering a lively and enjoyable drive with the engaging feel of a manual gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for a petrol engine, making it an economical yet fun choice for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging 'go-kart' handling across the range
- • Premium interior quality and customizable options
- • Excellent range of efficient diesel and potent petrol engines
- • Iconic styling with modern touches
- • Strong resale values
Cons:
- • Firm ride quality, especially on sportier trims
- • Limited rear passenger space and small boot
- • Higher purchase price than many rivals
- • Some interior controls can be quirky for new users
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation((F65) 5-door: June, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Hatch |
| Generation: | (F56) 3-door |
| Modification (Engine): | Cooper 1.5 (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2014 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 4500-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 90.7 Hp/l [215mm less] |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 1250-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B38A15A More details about the engine B38A15A |
| Engine displacement: | 1499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-power turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 5.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 - 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.8 - 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.5 - 4.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 125.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 212 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1085 |
| Max. weight: | 1565 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 211 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3821 mm mm [215mm less] |
| Width: | 1727 mm mm [17mm less] |
| Height: | 1414 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2495 mm mm [72mm less] |
| Front track: | 1501 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1501 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 124 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 | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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 |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 84H |
| 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 |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Mini Hatch rank in your book?