John Cooper Works: Last News

In this instalment of John Murdoch's Drive Time, John focuses on the facelifted MG HS and discovers how a John Cooper Works model is to be the flagship of the new MINI Countryman range, which will arrive early next year.

SCOTS motorsport fans were treated to some stellar performances in events ranging from the Mull Rally to the BTCC last weekend.

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.MINI has updated the John Cooper Works performance version of its family-sized Countryman model, enhancing the performance, design, on-board kit and technology.It features the most powerful engine ever used in a production MINI – a four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbo petrol, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel-drive set-up, that develops 306hp.That’s good enough to propel it to 62mph in just 5.1 seconds, and the powertrain coupled with JCW racing suspension know-how guarantee “superior performance at all times”, says the iconic brand.A new chrome-framed black radiator grille with hexagonal contours is designed to emphasise the car’s power – as are

MINI advertises its Countryman model as the largest in its range, making it ideal for families who live for adventure.