On display at the New York Auto Show was the convertible outfitted with the John Cooper Works tuning kit and a ground effect package. For 2005, Cooper Works adds 7 horsepower, up to 207 at 6,950 rpm and torque is up a little to 180 lbs-ft at 4,500 rpm. Other updates to the Mini line for 2005 include an optional limited slip differential for all S models equipped with a six-speed manual transmission and an optional steptronic six-speed auto also only available in the Cooper S.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Josh Wardell @ Dec 18th 2005 10:31PM
The LSD is a $500 option, not standard.
Also note this is the first time an auto is available for the MCS. Reviews have been very positive of its sport mode (with included steering wheel toggles too).
The new JCW adds an intake (with cone filter and flap that opens for cowl induction over 4500rpm), higher volume fuel injectors, and updated ECU mapping. It is available as an upgrade to current JCW owners (like me...getting it next week!).
The intake is also available separately and can be installed on all MINI models.
That JCW car also features many other JCW accessories including brakes, shocks, and carbon fiber appearance accessories.
Chmeeee @ Dec 18th 2005 10:31PM
The LSD is optional for 2005, its a $500 option on the S.
Walter J Keegan Jr @ Dec 18th 2005 10:31PM
Bad positioning of words made it sound like the LSD was standard. Reworded. Thanks for correcting .
rob rudorf @ Dec 18th 2005 10:31PM
I am a big fan of the Mini but it gets so expensive with a few options. Even if you buy the hardtop, you can get to $30,000 right quick. I have a real hard time with that.
Brad Gillette @ Dec 18th 2005 10:31PM
Nothing new here, The S-Works was featured at the 2004 Paris Auto Show, and in fact, was hidden deep within the Mini display.