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Hatch R56 specs

Mini Hatch R56 John Cooper Works GP Hatchback

160 kW218 PS215 hp280 Nm2006–2013

petrol · Hatchback

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Mini Hatch R56
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Power
160 kW 218 PS · 215 hp
Torque
280 Nm 207 lb-ft

The Mini Hatch R56 John Cooper Works GP uses a petrol engine rated at 160 kW (218 PS) and 280 Nm of torque, in hatchback form.

It is the most powerful of the 4 petrol versions in the Hatch R56 range, with 82% more output than the entry Cooper (88 kW).

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    grid 500 mm1 ft Side view: dashed lines mark the axles · wheelbase estimated where unknown

    Engine

    FuelPetrol
    Power160 kW 218 PS · 215 hp
    Torque280 Nm 207 lb-ft

    Production

    Body typeHatchback
    Years2006–2013
    GenerationHatch R56 (2006–2013)

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