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2014 MINI Cooper Clubman Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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What’s bigger than its older brother, but not as big as its younger sibling? The British-designed, German-powered (BMW) 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman is expected to remain some 9 inches longer than its original MINI Cooper hard-top progenitor, but offers 6 fewer inches of length than its 2-year-old Paceman stablemate. Things could change, however, as a complete redesign, including new powerplants, exterior and interior tweaks, and the introduction of a couple of all-new vehicles is looked for in the MINI lineup for either 2014 or 2015, though the folks at BMW (proud owners of the MINI line since 2000) are keeping traditionally mum on the release of details and timing.
Should the aforementioned redesign end up being delayed till 2015, it’s expected the 2014 edition of the 3-door, 4-passenger Clubman hatchback will reflect few changes from last year’s version. Three trims, the entry-level Base Clubman, the turbocharged S and the track-proven John Cooper Works (JCW), ought once again to be offered with front-wheel drive (FWD) and sporting the unique and infinitely customizable profile and cabin features that have made this oddball commuter car a hit here across the pond. One of this unique little hatchback’s more endearing features is a reverse-opening passenger-side rear door that makes loading cargo and passengers a bit easier than it is with other MINI offerings. And speaking of cargo, look for a total of 32.8 cubic feet of hauling space with the rear seatback folded.
The S and JCW trims each boast turbocharged 4-cylinder power and performance, while the Base trim should pack the variable-valve-timed (VVT), normally aspirated 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder (I4) powerplant that’s long on fuel efficiency but a tad short on neck-snapping acceleration. Assuming this under-achieving four-banger remains with the Base trim for 2014, it’ll once again put out 121 hp and 114 lb-ft of torque when mated with either the standard 6-speed manual transmission or the available 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission. Mileage estimates of 27 mpg city/35 highway, however, might go a long way toward mitigating a pokey 10-second 0-60 time.
The Clubman S ups the Base trim’s power ante with a turbocharged version of the 1.6-liter I4. Again managed by either the standard 6-speed stick shift or the available 6-speed shiftable automatic, this anticipated powerplant will throw down 181 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque, with mileage figures in the realm of 27/35 for the manual-transmission version and 26/34 for the automatic-toting trim.
Bred from the Grand-Prix-notable John Cooper Works racing division, the 2014 Clubman JCW should again pack the 1.6-liter I4 engine with a twin-scroll turbocharger that works itself up to 200 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque, again under the supervision of the standard 6-speed manual transmission or the optional 6-speed shiftable automatic. With the twin-scrolled turbo’s added boost, look for up to 207 lb-ft of torque to be tossed out, with fuel economy numbers of 26/35 in the stick-shift version and 26/34 in the automatic-toting variant.
Appearance- and creature-comfort-wise, the 2014 Base Clubman will, if remaining true to last year’s specs, carry standard 15-inch alloy wheels mounting performance tires, leatherette upholstery, a split-folding rear seatback and full power accessories. Cruise control will likely return, as should telescoping tilt-wheel steering, air conditioning, simulated alloy cabin accents, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth hands-free calling and a 6-speaker, single-CD-capable audio system.
The Clubman S, it’s assumed, will add, besides the assumed blown four-banger and a stiffer suspension package, 16-inch alloy wheels with run-flat tires, sport front seats and alloy pedals, while the JCW is expected to once more flaunt 17-inch alloy wheels, upgraded Brembo brakes and attractive cloth upholstery.
Options are expected to remain plentiful in the Clubman lineup, but will again add significantly to this little hatchback’s price tag. Nevertheless, in keeping with MINI’s tradition of limitless appearance and features choices, optional equipment should include a dual-pane power sunroof, rear parking sensors, heated front seats, boundless wheel upgrades, leather upholstery and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon premium Surround Sound audio system, with the further option of a satellite radio subscription. Also available to the S and JCW editions are a locking rear differential and/or a sport-tuned suspension, while all trims are eligible for an available navigation system, as well as MINI’s touted smartphone apps for limited wireless Internet capability.
Assuming all things stay equal, standard safety equipment of note ought to include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, with the option of Dynamic Traction Control, front and rear head airbags, and front side-mounted airbags. A post-collision safety system should remain standard aboard all trims for 2014, as should front fog/driving lights in the S and JCW trims. Look for further optional safety equipment, meantime, to include adaptive xenon headlights and a remote antitheft alarm.
User reviews for 2014 MINI Cooper Clubman
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by Anonymous
Apr 10, 2024
This is the most fun car Ive ever had. The price I paid was a bargain. I am still learning about some of this cars features and it is just the coolest design ever. I cant think of anything that this car is missing. It is a great car and I found out last night from my neighbor, a mechanic, that it has built into its frame a roll bar so that in the event that the car is rolled, there is extra protection for the people inside.
On top of its great design, it is really, really fun to drive!Apr 10, 2024
by Panjeani R
Jan 17, 2022
Really like this model, it’s bigger and yet it gets really good gas mileage, the silver chroming is peeling off, it’s just paper looks like, and also the doors in the back one of the Pistons has gone bad, the little side door does not open, and the window on the driver side is sealed shut, these are all common problems for this model. Just so you know, if it’s well-maintained, then it would be a great car.Jan 17, 2022
by Alejandro A
Aug 16, 2021
Great car! Had been looking for this one for a while but great choice! Aug 16, 2021
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by Anonymous
Apr 10, 2024
This is the most fun car Ive ever had. The price I paid was a bargain. I am still learning about some of this cars features and it is just the coolest design ever. I cant think of anything that this car is missing. It is a great car and I found out last night from my neighbor, a mechanic, that it has built into its frame a roll bar so that in the event that the car is rolled, there is extra protection for the people inside.
On top of its great design, it is really, really fun to drive!Apr 10, 2024
by Panjeani R
Jan 17, 2022
Really like this model, it’s bigger and yet it gets really good gas mileage, the silver chroming is peeling off, it’s just paper looks like, and also the doors in the back one of the Pistons has gone bad, the little side door does not open, and the window on the driver side is sealed shut, these are all common problems for this model. Just so you know, if it’s well-maintained, then it would be a great car.Jan 17, 2022
by Alejandro A
Aug 16, 2021
Great car! Had been looking for this one for a while but great choice! Aug 16, 2021
by Richard T
Nov 28, 2020
I like the S better but the Cooper is a great car in its own right. Great suspension, same go kart steering, no bell or whistles! Great car none the less!Nov 28, 2020
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2014 MINI Cooper Clubman Pricing
Original MSRP
$21,400 to $32,300Price range
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Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.35
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: Auto off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 50-50 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.1
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.65
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 50-50 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leatherette
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.1
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Premium brakes: Brembo · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.71
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: barn · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure
Lights
Headlights: Auto off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 50-50 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.1
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Rear wiper: intermittent