12/16/11

variant versions of the Mini Countryman from JCW's home modifications

LONDON - Works JCW, the rumors of Mini Countryman will be used as a platform model used for the WRC event.

Grand exhibition of Geneva Motor Show, in March 2012 will be the moment the presence of the variant versions of the Mini Countryman from home modifications toned by John Cooper Works (JCW). Latest figure caught on camera during the final test in snowy areas in Austria.

Typical appearance of products of JCW're a sporty and dynamic look at the body design with a pull of curved lines to form the silhouette, such as showing the impression of powerful muscles. Other changes grille, front bumper - rear diffuser and dual exhaust tip.

To compensate for the sporty look of the body, heart pacemaker of Countryman Cooper S 1.6-liter turbo cultivated, of which the ECU adjusted claim. The result, a standard maximum power boost so 215PS 177PS. And acceleration 0-100 km / h is achieved in 7 seconds, 0.6 seconds faster than the version Countryman Cooper S.

In addition to power, stability also improved by replacing the suspension system is quite rigid as any other JCW products. Visual effects make the JCW variant lower 10 mm, although it's not too visible significant difference. Nevertheless the stability of the resulting claim is quite good as well as other JCW products.

Energy-reducing devices are also addressed by replacing the discs at the rear. Material is still the same just a larger diameter from 280 mm to 296. This change makes braking more grip.