Mini Salуn in Detroit 2010
Mini will be present at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show (from 16 to 24 January) with its range of vehicles, with its all-electric car project and a prototype jeep that autumn will become a reality. We do not know if the next model of the brand of BMW Group will adopt some of these solutions “open roof and doors” we do know is that in the fall plans to introduce a Mini 4×4, which will become the fourth model range, after the convention, the convertible and the Clubman.
Mini U.S. market is very important, and so in 2010 will continue its marketing offensive, which exceed 100 dealers. That’s why he could not miss with all their artillery at the Detroit Motor Show, the most prestigious event in the U.S., which last year’s event attracted more than 650,000 visitors and more than 100 exhibitors from around the world.
Beginning with the prototype that anticipates the style of the upcoming Mini SUV, we see here is a nod to the past, this Mini Moke in the 60s, though now in a modern reinterpretation with all wheel drive. According to the official statement is a concept car designed for recreational driving and in coastal areas and in sunny climates. In fact it can move without doors and homeless, but for days either side will close its body with pieces of canvas or plastic disk. Moreover, saying that measures more than four meters long, which has four seats, four doors and a high suspension scheme combined with AWD All4. We will be vigilant over the coming months to see how it looks next to the Mini 4×4 Mini prototype that will be shown in Detroit.
Other important issues that will affect Detroit Mini ecology. This brand of BMW Group owns the Mini E pure electric car whose engine is powered by a lithium ion battery is capable of generating 204 horsepower and catapult the Mini E from 0 to 100 km / h in just 8 , 5 seconds. Its range is 250 km and zero pollution. So far 600 units have been produced this car, and the United States is undertaking a major project in California, New York and New Jersey in order to gain experience in actual traffic and their use in everyday life. When you have completed the necessary tests, Mini to launch to market.
Finally, in the appointment of Detroit will show you all the latest models and versions of the range. For example, the last Mini Convertible, which was launched last year, will be variants Cooper Cabrio, Convertible and Cooper S Convertible John Cooper Works. Also in the booth also will be missing or the original Mini and the Mini Clubman.
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