Article Abstract

  • The GP Impressed Version is chock-full of John Cooper Works visible upgrades.
  • It is primarily based on the range-topping JCW model however would not have mechanical enhancements.
  • MINI would not say whether or not this particular version previews a real JCW GP variant.

It’s exhausting to consider greater than six years have handed since MINI launched the John Cooper Works GP. Whereas the prospects of a brand new one stay unsure, Oxford is reviving a lighter tackle the system. The “Impressed Version” returns for the F66 technology, giving the JCW-spec sizzling hatch a extra aggressive look.

As with its F56 sibling launched in early 2021, this new model is all present and no additional go. It provides a number of visible upgrades sourced from the JCW equipment catalog. The subcompact hatch will get an upgraded roof spoiler and rear winglets, together with a nifty C-pillar wrap that includes numerous monitor layouts.

The physique stripes and entrance bumper attachments don’t add any energy both, however they mix properly with the remainder of the enhancements. MINI additionally consists of the JCW-spec enlarged facet skirts, although sadly not the Rallye Spoke 964 wheels. As a substitute, it rides on the same old two-tone Lap Spoke design. That stated, full particulars are nonetheless pending, so we wouldn’t essentially rule out the rally-inspired wheels simply but.

The GP Impressed Version is definitely much less flamboyant than a full-fledged GP. It lacks the bulging fenders and doesn’t supply any additional energy over the usual JCW. The turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine continues to supply 228 hp, a far cry from the 302 hp delivered by the earlier JCW GP. That radical sizzling hatch additionally ditched the rear seats to save lots of weight, however that’s not the case right here.

It’s too quickly to say whether or not a real GP will observe. The present JCW has solely been round for just a little over a 12 months. Ideally, MINI will finally boost the feisty hatch with a correct GP. Within the meantime, this beauty bundle should suffice. It’s value noting that the majority of those equipment will be added to an everyday JCW with out choosing the GP Impressed Version.