MINI India introduced a special edition of the MINI 3-Door Hatch, the MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition in India. Offered as a Completely Built-Up unit (CBU), only 15 units are available. The same can be booked online on via Mini India official website.
In 1964, defying all odds, the classic Mini Cooper S clinched the first of three victories at the legendary Monte Carlo Rally. At the wheel was the then 30-year-old Northern Irish rally driver Patrick “Paddy” Hopkirk in the iconic No. 37 Red Mini Cooper S. A timeless tribute to the racing legend and his triumph of the Monte Carlo Rally. The limited edition Mini is a timeless tribute to the racing legend and his spectacular victory in the classic No. 37 Mini Cooper S at the Monte Carlo Rally.
The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition is available at an ex-showroom price of INR 41,70,000.
Design
The limited edition features a Chili Red exterior colour with Aspen White Roof, Black Mirror Caps, 16″ Light Alloy Wheels Victory Spoke in Black and Exterior Elements in Piano Black (Bonnet Scoop, Door Handles, Fuel Filler Cap, Waistline Finisher, MINI Emblem Front & Rear, Kidney Grille Strut).
Features exclusive to the MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition include the iconic No. 37 Sticker in white on both sides and No. 37 badging on Side Scuttles as well as the Keycap. The Paddy Hopkirk signature appears on the illuminated Door Sills, the C-pillars and on the Cockpit Facia along with a rear sticker in matt black. A single Bonnet Stripe in white with Paddy Hopkirk’s signature and 33EJB badging of number plate further enhances the special edition’s exclusivity. The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition also includes the Panorama Glass Roof, Comfort Access System, Rear View Camera, and John Cooper Works Sport Leather Steering Wheel.
Engine and Transmission
MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition is powered by a 2-litre 4-cylinder Petrol engine with TwinPower Turbo Technology with a peak output of 192 hp/ 141 kW and a maximum torque of 280 Nm. It is capable of 0-100 km/hr in 6.7 seconds and the top speed is limited to 235 km/hr.
The 7-speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with double clutch.
Safety
The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Edition is stacked with a range of intuitive safety technologies. The standard safety equipment comprises of Front and Passenger Airbags, Brake Assist, 3-Point Seat Belts, Dynamic Stability Control, Crash Sensor, Anti-lock Braking System, Cornering Brake Control and Run-flat Indicator.