MINI Releases Paddy Hopkirk Edition in Two Variants; Prices Start from $173,888
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The MINI Cooper Paddy Hopkirk Edition is now available in Singapore. Available in a 3 and 5 door variant, it was launched in honour of Northern Irish rally driver, Patrick “Paddy” Hopkirk, who competed in the legendary Monte Carlo Rally 57 years ago.
The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition models commemorate its iconic victory at the legendary Monte Carlo Rally in 1964. The Cooper S 3 and 5 Door variants receive exclusive design elements, with the number 37 is embedded on the side scuttles and doors.
Exterior
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The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition’s exterior paintwork takes a nod to the original number 37 to entice the masses. It sports 17-inch John Cooper Works light-alloy wheels in Track Spoke Black design.
There are also fragments of High Gloss Black colours to finish most of the surrounding exterior from the front to the rear end.
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The number 37 also appears on the stickers at the B-pillar with the inscription of “Paddy Hopkirk 1964”. At the front, a single white stripe spans across the left side of the bonnet, which bears the signature of the 1964 “Monte” winner.
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In addition, “33 EJB”, which is the historic combination of the 1964 Monte Carlo winning car’s number plate, is shown on the bonnet strip using 3D effect graphics.
Engine
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Both the MINI Cooper S 3 and 5 Door Paddy Hopkirk Edition models are powered by a four-cylinder petrol engine with MINI Twin Power Turbo technology.
Both the S 3 and S 5 have a claimed top speed of 235km/h. However, the S 3 is capable of completing the century sprint in 6.7 seconds, while the S 5 comes in a mere 0.1 second slower.
Exclusive Features
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The MINI Paddy Hopkirk edition of the MINI Cooper S differs from the standard variant. With exclusive features like the John Cooper Works aerodynamic kit with a rear spoiler, John Cooper Works Dinamica Leather Carbon Black upholstery, and John Cooper Works steering wheel with paddle shifters anthracite headliner.
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As you step into the car, you will also be greeted with MINI LED entry sills bearing the name “Paddy Hopkirk”. All in all, it gives this exclusive edition a sporty and exclusive feel.
MINI has also included its standard MINI Connected digital services, with functions like:
- Real-Time Traffic Information
- ‘Weather’ and ‘News’ vehicle apps
- Natural Language Understanding
- Teleservices by MINI
- Remote Services
- Intelligent Emergency Call
In conclusion, the MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition truly pays homage to the man himself, with its design style truly bringing back memories from his glory racing days. It is definitely a must-have for enthusiastic MINI collectors.
Variants
MINI Cooper S 3 Door Paddy Hopkirk Edition - SGD 173,888
Four-cylinder petrol engine with MINI Twin Power Turbo Technology (turbocharging, direct injection, VALVETRONIC).
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Max output: 192 hp at 5,000-6,000 rpm.
Max torque: 280 Nm at 1,350-4,200 rpm.
Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
Top speed: 235 km/h.
Average fuel consumption: 5.7 l/100 km.
CO2 emissions: 129 g/km.
MINI Cooper S 5 Door Paddy Hopkirk Edition - SGD 176,888
Four-cylinder petrol engine with MINI Twin Power Turbo Technology (turbocharging, direct injection, VALVETRONIC).
Capacity: 1,998 cc.
Max output: 192 hp at 5,000-6,000 rpm.
Max torque: 280 Nm at 1,350-4,200 rpm.
Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.
Top speed: 235 km/h.
Average fuel consumption: 5.6 l/100 km.
CO2 emissions: 130g/km.
Both the MINI Cooper S 3 Door and S 5 Door Paddy Hopkirk Edition are now available at Eurokars Habitat. We are looking forward to it, and we certainly hope for the opportunity to get behind the wheel to give it a proper test drive and review.
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