While instantly recognizable as a new-generation MINI from the front, the MINI Clubman takes on a character all it’s own starting immediately behind the B-pillar. Featuring a lengthened roofline that extends over all three pillars, a significantly longer cabin that integrates smoothly into striking rear quarters and culminating in two rear-opening doors with unique outside hinging mechanisms.

With an additional 24 cm in length versus the MINI Cooper & Cooper S, wheelbase and legroom at the rear of the MINI Clubman are increased by 8 cm and boasts a luggage compartment capacity of 260–930 litres (9.1–32.6 cu ft) with the rear-seat backrest folded down.

The MINI Cooper S Clubman will be equipped with the new MINI four-cylinder gasoline engine with twin-scroll turbocharger and direct fuel injection, introduced in February of 2007 in the new MINI Cooper S. With a capacity of 1598cc, maximum output of 172horsepower at 5500rpm, and maximum torque of 177 lb-ft at 1600 – 5000rpm, the MINI Cooper S Clubman inherits performance characteristics fully in keeping with its “S” badge.