{"id":6250,"date":"2013-08-21T08:49:16","date_gmt":"2013-08-21T08:49:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/?p=6250"},"modified":"2013-08-21T11:58:45","modified_gmt":"2013-08-21T11:58:45","slug":"mini-cooper-sd-paceman","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/index.php\/mini-cooper-sd-paceman\/","title":{"rendered":"MINI Cooper SD Paceman"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Styled<\/a>

Styled as a coup\u00e9 interpretation of the Countryman the Paceman is the 7th member of the family<\/p><\/div>\n

So is the new MINI a case of four doors good but two doors better, Geraldine Herbert finds out!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

What is it?<\/b>\u00a0MINI has added to the family, yet again.\u00a0 The iconic brand already includes a Hatch, Clubman, Convertible, Countryman, Coup\u00e9 and Roadster.\u00a0 The seventh and latest model to wear the MINI badge is an SAV, a Sports Activity Vehicle called the Paceman.<\/p>\n

Who is it aimed at<\/b>? This is a MINI designed for singles or a couple with no kids and is firmly aimed at those who enjoy camping, golfing and the great outdoors.<\/p>\n

Styling?<\/b>\u00a0Essentially the Paceman is a sporty two-door coup\u00e9 version of the Countryman; while the Countryman was designed to appeal to young families unimpressed by the typical mini-MPV, the Paceman is all about style. From the front and side the Paceman looks much like the chunky MINI Countryman and shares a similar sized wheelbase. If you look closely you’ll notice some distinct changes, the rear lights are now horizontal where before, like the original MINI, they were vertical. This is also the only MINI to have a vertical name plate at the back.<\/p>\n

Under the Bonnet?<\/b> Our Cooper SD Paceman was powered by an eager 2.0-litre diesel engine. There is also a smaller 1.6 diesel in the Cooper D Paceman. For petrol buyers there is a choice \u00a0of a 1.6 engine with two power outputs, one with 122bhp and a Cooper S version that pumps out a very sporty 184bhp. Each come with a six-speed manual gearbox, or an optional automatic.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s it like inside?<\/b>\u00a0The inside looks like a typical MINI from the speedometer to the snappy toggle switches it\u2019s all very funky and retro. Ergonomics are not MINI\u2019s strong point and there are small and oddly shaped storage bins throughout and the trademark speedometer, while huge, is still as hard to read. Space in the front is good but limited in the rear which would be far from enticing on longer trips. The boot space is a decent 330 litres, which expands to 1080 litres with the rear seats folded down.<\/p>\n

\"The<\/a>

The roof gently slopes towards the rear of the car<\/p><\/div>\n

On the Road?<\/b>\u00a0According to MINI, next only to style, driving dynamics and the characteristic go-cart handling are the main reasons why buyers opt for this brand. With this in mind the Paceman certainly doesn’t disappoint. While it is not as sharp as the hatch and the extra weight is apparent it negotiates the twists and bends with reassuring ease.\u00a0 The sports suspension is overly firm though and on less than super smooth roads traction suffers.\u00a0 As a result the joy of this MINI is revealed to the driver only and passengers are not as well rewarded.\u00a0 It is also a little on the noisy side.<\/p>\n

And Safety?<\/b>\u00a0Thanks to an extensive range of safety equipment the MINI Paceman is as safe as any other car out there. In addition side curtain airbags are fitted in both the front and back. ISOFIX child seat attachments in the rear and a tyre pressure warning are on every Paceman.<\/p>\n

Options?<\/b>\u00a0The Paceman is available in Cooper, Cooper D, SD and Cooper S versions and apart from the base model all come with an all wheel drive version. There is also a host of options to allow\u00a0 you personalise your Paceman including six different upholsteries, three Colour Line options and four interior surfaces materials.<\/p>\n

How about Fuel Economy?<\/b>\u00a0Our test car proves surprisingly frugal and returns 4.6 litres on a combined journey of motorway and city driving. \u00a0CO2 emissions are 122g\/km so the motor tax bill is \u20ac270 annually.<\/p>\n

Okay so the verdict?<\/b>\u00a0While purists might sniff at the idea of yet another MINI incarnation and worry about DNA dilution, jump behind the wheel of the latest version and it is MINI to the core. By removing the two doors it reclaims some of the classic MINI\u2019s intimacy and fun. Room at the back may be limited so ferrying friends may not be a real option but you\u2019ll be having so much fun upfront, you won\u2019t want to stop to pick them up anyway.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Why you\u2019ll buy one?<\/b>\u00a0Styling; Handling; Attitude<\/p>\n

Why you won\u2019t?<\/b>\u00a0Pricey; Four seats only; Noisy<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Rivals <\/b>
\nRange Rover Evoque Coup\u00e9 – \u20ac43,665 – \u20ac62,710<\/strong>
\nNissan Juke – \u20ac19,045 – \u20ac24,925<\/strong>
\nVW Scirocco \u20ac28,225 – \u20ac42,440
\n<\/strong>
\nMINI Cooper SD Paceman<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n

Engine:<\/b>\u00a01995cc diesel, 143@4000, 305Nm @ 1750-2700
\nMax speed:<\/b>\u00a0196km\/h
\n0-100 kph:<\/b>\u00a0 9.3 seconds
\nEmissions (Motor Tax) :<\/b>\u00a0 122g\/km\u00a0 (Band B1 \u00a0\u20ac270)
\nModel price range:<\/b>\u00a0\u20ac28,560 – \u20ac50,540
\nNo of Doors:<\/b>\u00a03
\nEuro NCAP:<\/b>\u00a0Not available
\nFuel type:<\/b>\u00a0 Diesel
\nFuel Economy (combined cycle):<\/b>\u00a04.6 litres per 100 kms
\nBoot Capacity Seats Up (down) :<\/b>\u00a0330 Litres (1080)
\nCar Seats:<\/b>\u00a02 Isofix fittings in the rear that are easy to use
\nLength<\/b>: 4115 mm
\nWidth:<\/b>\u00a01786 mm
\nHeight:<\/b>\u00a01522mm
\nWheelbase:<\/b>\u00a02596mm<\/p>\n

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For more information check out\u00a0Mini.ie<\/a>\u00a0or the Mini Ireland\u00a0facebook\u00a0<\/a>page<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Geraldine Herbert<\/strong><\/p>\n

21st<\/sup> August, 2013<\/strong><\/p>\n

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