Price=$35,000
Mini aficionados weren’t exactly thrilled by the appearance of yet another slightly oversized addition to the lineup. It’s no accident that the brand refers to the Paceman, essentially a two-door Countryman, as a sports activity vehicle, the same nomenclature that BMW applies to its X5. That said, if there is a variation that’s likely to endear a few critics to the Paceman, it’s this one. Meet the John Cooper Works Paceman, a vehicle created essentially from the parts bin, but impressive nevertheless.
The JCW Paceman is powered by the same turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder that resides under the hood of the JCW Countryman, a proven unit co-developed with PSA Peugeot Citroën. This engine turns out 208 hp at 6000 rpm and maximum torque is 207 lb-ft, which is available from 1700 rpm. The power and torque is transmitted through a reinforced Getrag six-speed manual box. An Aisin-sourced six-speed automatic with steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters is optional. The standard all-wheel-drive system is fully variable and can send up to 100 percent of its power to the rear wheels.
This Paceman sports a four-seat configuration, which gives ample room to all passengers, although access to the rear seats suffers from the elimination of the rear portals. Like in any Mini, there is a pizza-sized speedometer in the center of the dash, and chrome hooks and switches abound. On the exterior, this model gets the usual John Cooper Works treatment, which includes an aero kit that is supposed to improve aerodynamic performance. This car’s status as a JCW is unmistakable with badges taking up residence on multiple surfaces inside and out, and the car’s appearance can be further cluttered with colorful stripes, a contrasting painted roof, and roof-matching exterior mirror caps.
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