2009 MINI Coupe and Roadster Concepts
Mini Coupe vs Audi TT, by Michael Banovsky
Some people are comparing the spy shots to the Suzuki X90, a car that isn’t necessarily the pinnacle of driving enthusiasm. Others have compared it to a Honda Del Sol, Geo Metro or the first gen Audi TT. Personally, I think the roadster looks quite well put together, especially if you were in the market for something Miata-like. In fact, if the roadster went to production as it currently is in the spy shots, it would break through the stigma that convertibles look terrible with the top up. The coupe gives us more pause. There is something about the window/roof line that keeps catching our attention. Is it good or bad? Hard to tell, but it definitely looks likes something out of “Demolition Man.”
Whether you love it or hate it, you can most likely expect the MINI Coupe and Roadster to arrive in base, S and JCW trim with the appropriate motors to go with each. In other words, we expect the Coupe and Roadster to be powered by the same powertrain options. Talk about a micro machine; we can’t wait to see one in person!
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