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MINI One D Comes in September

After earlier today they released the full details on the X1, German manufacturer BMW turned their attention towards the other brand of the group, MINI, and announced the release of a new entry-level diesel model, to hit the showrooms in September. Dubbed MINI One D, is powered by the same diesel engine found on the Cooper D.

The 1.6l unit thus retains most of the performances it showcased in the Cooper D. Featuring a turbocharger and common rail direct injection mated to six-speed manual gearbox, the new version of this four-cylinder unit develops peak output of 90 hp at 4,000 rpm and maximum torque of 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm. The One D reaches 100 km/h in 11.5 seconds and tops at a speed of 182 km/h (114 mph).

Of course, the main goal of the engine is to provide the consumption and emission figures usually associated with a diesel. The powerplant eats
up an average 3.9l/100 km in EU test cycle, while CO2 emissions stand at 104 grams per kilometer.

The new entry-level matches in terms of equipment the MINI One. As does the petrol version, the One D also has its roof in body color, while the typically MINI hexagonal radiator grille stands out from the other model variants with a chrome surround and black cross louvres.

Among the safety features on board the MINI One D are front airbags and side head/thorax airbags as well as three-point inertia-reel seat belts for all four seats. All restraint systems are controlled by a central safety electronics system complete with sensors.

As we said, the One D will come in September, thus prices have not yet been released.
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