MINI 4x4 set for green light ?

Just_me · 11-21-2006, 01:37 PM

BMW is considering offering a rugged crossover version of the forthcoming MINI Clubman five-door wagon, according to the U.K.'s AutoExpress. The all-wheel-drive MINI will likely hit showrooms for the 2010 model year, if production is approved.

A BMW insider told the magazine there is a strong business case for the compact SUV, especially considering the demand for such vehicles here in North America. The 4×4 MINI might look something like the off-roader built by Italy's Castagna (pictured).

EnI · 11-21-2006, 02:06 PM

An innovative AWD system for MINI (by Getrag) has been ready for years, yet was put on ice till introduction of an appropriate model to carry such system.

3 possible variants: MINI Moke - kind a Mini off-roader, an "offroad" version of Mini Traveller / Clubman wagon (xTraveller), or a Honda Element / Scion xB funky AWD van.

According to my info xTraveller is the most possible variant to come in the future.

Btw, MINI is also considring to offer Mini Coupe - a coupe below 2er - kind a mini Aston Martin in appearance.

siko · 11-21-2006, 03:09 PM

Makes total sense for the Traveller/Clubman.

Giannis · 11-21-2006, 03:19 PM

Yes, a Traveller?Clubman Mini would make sence, but in the pic in Just me's post the mini is a pick-up? That's way too much!!!

11-21-2006, 01:37 PM	#1
Just_me Executive Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sweden Posts: 15,487 Thanks: 1,062 Thanked 3,722 Times in 1,583 Posts	MINI 4x4 set for green light ? BMW is considering offering a rugged crossover version of the forthcoming MINI Clubman five-door wagon, according to the U.K.'s AutoExpress. The all-wheel-drive MINI will likely hit showrooms for the 2010 model year, if production is approved. A BMW insider told the magazine there is a strong business case for the compact SUV, especially considering the demand for such vehicles here in North America. The 4×4 MINI might look something like the off-roader built by Italy's Castagna (pictured).

11-21-2006, 02:06 PM	#2
EnI Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 4,905 Thanks: 124 Thanked 1,737 Times in 840 Posts	Re: MINI 4x4 set for green light ? An innovative AWD system for MINI (by Getrag) has been ready for years, yet was put on ice till introduction of an appropriate model to carry such system. 3 possible variants: MINI Moke - kind a Mini off-roader, an "offroad" version of Mini Traveller / Clubman wagon (xTraveller), or a Honda Element / Scion xB funky AWD van. According to my info xTraveller is the most possible variant to come in the future. Btw, MINI is also considring to offer Mini Coupe - a coupe below 2er - kind a mini Aston Martin in appearance.

11-21-2006, 03:09 PM	#3
siko Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 4,577 Thanks: 1,655 Thanked 1,573 Times in 736 Posts	Re: MINI 4x4 set for green light ? Makes total sense for the Traveller/Clubman.

11-21-2006, 03:19 PM	#4
Giannis Devotee Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Patra, Greece Posts: 3,934 Thanks: 255 Thanked 301 Times in 232 Posts	Re: MINI 4x4 set for green light ? Yes, a Traveller?Clubman Mini would make sence, but in the pic in Just me's post the mini is a pick-up? That's way too much!!!

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