2011 MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance

2011 MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance developed racer will line up at the 2011 24-hour race at the Nürburgring-Nordschleife circuit. The car similar with MINI Coupe other. MINI's declared aim in entering the Nürburgring 24-hour race is to experience the adventure of the "Green Hell", as the Nürburgring-Nordschleife is affectionately known. And the brand has called, among other things, on the experience gained over many years of MINI Challenge sprint racing in the development of its new racing car for this unique event.

Providing the power is a specially-tuned version of the series-produced MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance engine. The 1.6-litre four-cylinder unit - which boasts a twin-scroll turbocharger and petrol direct injection - delivers 250 hp, and the Overboost function pushes peak torque up to 330 Newton metres. Top speed is in excess of 240 km/h.



The MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance Aerodynamics Package further enhances the Coupé's already supreme handling; the front spoiler, rear diffuser and adjustable rear wing generate downforce, optimising the balance between the front and rear axle.


Technical data MINI John Cooper Works Coupe Endurance

• Engine: Tuned version of series-produced MINI John Cooper Works engine with adapted engine management. Four-cylinder in-line engine (front/transverse-mounted) with twin-scroll turbocharger and petrol direct injection. Racing exhaust system
• Displacement: 1,598 cc
• Power output: Approx. 184 kW / approx. 250 hp
• Max. torque: Approx. 330 Nm (incl. Overboost)
• Top speed: > 240 km/h
• Power transfer: Front-wheel drive, sequential six-speed gearbox with electronic differential lock
• Suspension: Independent race suspension (KW Suspension) with adjustable compression and rebound, adjustable front strut brace
• Tyres: Racing tyres (Dunlop) / slicks: 215/45 R17, wets: 205/620 R17, 17-inch racing rims (Borbet)
• Body: John Cooper Works Aerodynamics Package, adjustable rear wing, rear diffuser acc. to regulations, pneumatic jack
• Safety: MINI Challenge braking system with Race ABS, race-tuned DSC, welded-in roll cage, six-point safety belt, racing seat (Recaro) with HANS system, main switch concept with electronically controlled fire extinguishing equipment
• Interior: Racing steering wheel (Sparco), Drive Data Display with shift display
• Weight: 965 kg
• Wheelbase: 2,467 mm
• Tank capacity: 100 litres