Following several leaks and teases, the all-new 2014 MINI has been officially unveiled ahead of it’s debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show.

MINI says the new model is “completely new from the ground up” and “strikes the perfect balance between MINI heritage, future-defining forms and innovations.”

Classily accentuated exterior details

Looking at it from a distance you might think that nothing has changed, however, the new model is 98mm longer, 44mm wider and 7mm taller than the outgoing generation, while its wheelbase has been stretched by 42mm to 2495mm. These increased dimensions allow the MINI to offer more interior space as well as 211 litres of load capacity.

Among the features designed to enhance the car’s dynamic looks is the improved flow of its lines, short overhangs, the hallmark stance on the wheels, and a smooth one-piece chrome frame on the hexagonal radiator grille.

Other dynamic new features include revised headlights and larger trapezoidal rear lights which have chrome ring surrounds and extend into the boot lid. The new model is also the first car in its segment to be available with optional LED headlights.

Interior features

Although much from the outside remains unchanged, the interior of theall-new 2014 MINI is fitted with a new instrument cluster positioned ahead of the driver on the steering column, while a new interface and interactive LED display ring (with an 8.8-inch digital display screen) create an “emotionally invigorating overall experience.”

A MINI controller dial is mounted next to the gear stick – providing drivers with the ability to control much of the infotainment system, and the chrome window toggle switches are now integrated into the armrests, making them comfortable to use.

In addition, theall-new 2014 MINI is available with Head-Up Display and optional extras like camera-based active cruise control, high beam assist, a rear-view camera as well as collision and pedestrian warning.

Engine capability

Upon launch the all-new 2014 MINI will be available with a choice of three turbocharged Euro 6 compliant engines featuring stop/start technology.

Powering the base Cooper model is a 3-cylinder 1.5-litre engine producing 100kW of power and 220Nm of torque (230Nm with overboost). In this make-up the new MINI returns 4.4 litres/100 km with 105 g/km of CO2 emissions.

The Cooper D will be fitted with a 1.5-litre diesel unit delivering 85kW of power and 269Nm of torque which will return 3.5 litres/100 km with CO2 emissions of 92 g/km.

The Cooper S will be equipped with a 4-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine rated outputting 141kW and 280Nm of torque (300Nm with overboost). In this arrangement, the new MINI will return 5.6 litrse/100 km with CO2 emissions of 133 g/km.

These engines will be mated to a standard six-speed manual gearbox or an optional six-speed automatic. While past models came with an optional sport mode, all new models will get the MINI Driving Modes (MID) system that will adjust throttle and steering response as well as the engine sound.

On Cooper S models the MINI Driving Modes will also include the dynamic suspension system and automatic transmission shift points. Three settings will be available, with an eco GREEN mode, a standard MID mode and an engaging GREEN mode.

Theall-new 2014 MINI Cooper and Cooper S hardtop will go on sale this coming March and pricing for the two models can be found here.

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