Fri. Mar 29th, 2024
2022 MINI John Cooper WorksImage Source: Press BMW Group

MINI has revealed the 2022 John Cooper Works with some minor updates. For starters, the front fascia, interior as well as suspension setup are now available with some minor yet effective updates. The carmaker has used red highlights all across to enhance the sportier appeal of the all-new hatchback. Initially, John Cooper Works used to offer a tuning kit for the MINI Cooper. This kit in 2001 used to boost the power figures by up to 11BHP.

Want to learn more about the 2022 MINI John Cooper Works? Here are all the details you need to know.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Multiple updates including an adaptive suspension setup can be witnessed on the all-new hatchback.
  • It comes powered by the same 2.0-litre four-cylinder twin-turbocharged petrol engine.
  • The all-new MINI John Cooper Works can do a 0-100kmph in just 6.1 seconds.

2022 MINI John Cooper Works

At the front, it gets rounded LED headlamps, a radiator grille and a revised bumper with larger air intakes. To be precise, the large intakes have been designed for proper cooling.

Inside the cabin, an all-new 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment display has replaced the older one. For your information, it is upmarket in terms of graphics. Also, this same unit is now more slick and intuitive to use. The lighting around the centre console works in accordance with the drive sports. For instance, when the Sport mode is switched on, the centre console illuminates red light. Apart from this, the updated hatchback also features sports seats that come finished in Dinamica and leather. Further, multiple Piano Black elements have been used to enhance the premium appeal of the cabin.

It continues to get sports brakes sourced by Brembo. Further, the all-new MINI John Cooper Works runs on a new set of 17-inch alloy wheels as standard. However, customers can also opt for the 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels according to their tastes and preferences. At the rear, this all-new hatchback comes with a diffuser along with dual exhausts for that sportier look. Also, the carmaker has introduced adaptive suspension as optional for a comfortable ride across all terrains.

Under the hood, it is still available with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder twin-turbocharged petrol engine. Talking in numbers, it produces 228BHP of power alongside a peak torque of 320Nm while being mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. In terms of performance, this sporty hatchback can do a 0-100kmph sprint in just 6.1 seconds. To be precise, it is 0.2 seconds faster than the outgoing model.

2022 MINI John Cooper Works Interior
Image Source: Press BMW Group

Alternatives

Currently, there are no direct rivals to the MINI JCW. However, in terms of performance, it competes against the likes of Ford Focus ST.

Ford Focus ST

Ford Focus ST launch in India soon
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According to the sources, Ford might bring the all-new Ford Focus ST in India. Globally, it comes with a powerful 2.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine. It is extremely capable of producing 276BHP alongside a peak torque of 420Nm. Not to forget, Focus ST can do a 0-100kmph sprint under 6 seconds.

Specifications

Ford Focus ST
Engine 2.3-litre turbocharged petrol
Power 276BHP
Torque 420Nm
0-100kmph  Less than 6 seconds

By Harsh Rana

Full-time management student and a part-time automobile enthusiast. Not much happy about EVs taking over the V8, V10 and V12 motors.