Mini has butchered a few divine cows during its time under BMW ownership – and has a new one on the cutting board.
The Mini John Cooper Works John Cooper Works Edition 1to6 was revealed at the Nürburgring 24 Hours and could be the brand’s last new car with a manual transmission. car reports this will change the bar for the Mini after more than 60 years.
Only 999 examples will be produced; they are all heading to Europe, USA, Mexico and Canada.
Mini will only offer one version of the 1to6. It will be offered with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Engine packages 172kW of power, and the car reaches 100 km/h from a stop in 6.3 seconds.
The special edition will be finished in Midnight Black metallic, which is supported by Piano Black exterior trim. It will have 18-inch alloy wheels in Jet Black and tinted rear glass.
A central stripe extending the length of the vehicle adds to the sporty feel.
Special 1to6 Edition badging is affixed around the vehicle’s exterior, including the C-pillars, side skirts and on the left side of the tailgate.
Interior styling also features 1to6 Edition badging on the door sills and floor mats, as well as a Nappa leather sports steering wheel. A 3D printed badge has also been stamped on the passenger-side trim.
The decal words “One of 999” are embossed on the dashboard behind the steering wheel and adorn the panoramic sunroof.
The Mini has included red accents throughout the interior, with a red design surrounding the infotainment system as well as the gear lever. Red ambient light also features.
The limited-edition vehicle comes with heated front seats, power-folding door mirrors, driver assistance system, convenient entry and exit, a reversing camera as well as front and rear parking sensors.
The Mini is equipped with an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, while standard equipment includes wireless charging, a Harman Kardon surround sound system and a digital instrument cluster. .
The end of the manual Mini comes as the brand prepares to part with the internal combustion engine entirely by 2030.
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