2010 Mini Cooper Sports Concept

February 01, 2010

Mini has unveiled the new 2010 Mini Sports Coupe Concept. The new Mini abandons the square boxy design of the current version for a new sleeker more refined sporty look. The ¡°pocket Porsche¡± of sorts measures 146.1 inches long and 66.1 inches wide. The new bubble top/green house, is 53.3 inches high or 1.4¡å lower than the current version. Another sporty quality is the slight weight reduction due to the removal of the rear seats, or 175-200 lbs lighter than the current version. Under the hood remains the same 211 hp 1.6 inline turbo engine found in the current Mini Cooper S, so this car is sure to please enthusiasts.

There is no word yet on whether this car is destined for production, but Mini does hint at this by saying ¡°everything you see is doable for production¡± . Another hint is the lack of over the top interior often seen in concept only cars as this concept employs the same interior found in the current Mini. For the time being, the car is scheduled to show at the upcoming 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show. If indeed Mini chooses to produce this car in a form resembling the concept, they will surely have another hit on their hands!