Four-wheel drive for new MINI Clubman ALL4

Mini's new Clubman All4 is perfect for winter

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The market launch of the new MINI Clubman sees the latest model generation of the British brand embark on its advance into the premium compact segment. Additional momentum is now provided by the all-wheel drive system ALL4. The new MINI Clubman ALL4 guarantees an even sportier yet particularly supreme type of driving fun. What is more, its power transmission to all four wheels raises MINI versatility, everyday practicality and long-distance suitability to a whole new level. In this way, the new MINI Clubman ALL4 further establishes its position as an exceptional talent in the compact segment - with the unique versatility of its body concept, individual style and premium quality, as well as outstanding agile handling properties due to the newly developed version of the ALL4 all-wheel drive system.

Similar to the engines and transmissions developed for the latest members of the MINI model family, the new generation of the all-wheel drive system ALL4 optimises both the efficiency and sporty the flair of the models in which it is featured. The power transmission system of the new MINI Clubman ALL4 consists of a power take-off bevel gear on the front axle differential, a dual-section propeller shaft and a rear axle differential with an electrohydraulically controlled hang-on clutch. Its control system is interconnected with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC). This enables distribution of the drive torque between the front and rear wheels to be adapted instantly and precisely to the given situation on the road at all times. In this way, ALL4 not only optimises traction and driving stability in all weathers and road conditions but also enhances agility during acceleration and when taking bends at speed.


The alternative to the characteristic MINI front-wheel drive is offered in conjunction with two particularly powerful engines of the latest generation. The 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology are characterised by spontaneous and spirited power delivery which can be used for even sportier acceleration in conjunction with all-wheel drive. The 141 kW/192 hp petrol engine of the new MINI Cooper S Clubman ALL4 (combined fuel consumption: 7.0 - 6.9 litres/100 kilometres, CO2 emissions: (162 to 159 grams per kilometre) is combined as standard with a 6-speed manual transmission and optionally with a 8-speed Steptronic transmission. In the new MINI Cooper SD Clubman ALL4 (combined fuel consumption: 4.9 - 4.8 litres per 100 kilometres, CO2 emissions: 129 to126 grams per kilometre) a 140 kW/190 hp diesel engine relays its power as standard via the 8-speed Steptronic transmission to all four wheels (fuel consumption and emission figures in the EU test cycle, dependent on the tyre format selected).