Spy Shots: Minor facelift for 2011 Mini Cooper and Clubman spotted
Filed under: Spy Photos, Paris Motor Show, Hatchback, BMW, Mini
The next-generation Mini Cooper isn’t slated to arrive until 2012, but judging by this latest set of spy shots, it looks like parent company BMW is working on a very, very minor facelift for the 2011 model year Cooper and Clubman hatches. The slight tweaks include things like a new front bumper with revised air intakes (similar to those on the Countryman crossover), a revised rear bumper and restyled taillights with LEDs.
Our spies also indicate that some of these prototypes were sporting some interior cladding, meaning that a slightly revised dash and instrument cluster could be on tap for 2011. The Mini’s interior is growing a bit long in the tooth, especially the oversized speedometer – a kitschy feature that is rapidly losing its cuteness.
It isn’t much, but these slight upgrades should be plenty in order to keep the Minis fresh until an all-new model launches. Look for the updated Minis to appear at this year’s Paris Motor Show, and click through the gallery below to see the spy shots for yourself.
[Source: CarPix]
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