At the debut of the Mini Crossover concept in Paris it was learned that the next generation of Minis will likely be smaller than the current models.
Mini spokesman Dr. Wolfgang Armbrecht, states: "While I am working in this job no Mini will be longer than 4.10 [i.e. four meters and ten centimeters, or 162 inches]." That's exactly the length of the Crossover concept.
Here's Inside Line's take: 2008 Paris Auto Show: Mini Shows Crossover, Says It's Going Smaller in 2012
estreka says:
10:44 AM, 10/ 4/08
That crossover isn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. Still, what's the point?
firstwagon says:
08:55 PM, 10/ 4/08
"next generation of Minis will likely be smaller than the current models."
Best news I've heard in a while.
Everything about the Mini can only be improved by making it smaller (and lighter).
hondacura4 says:
02:42 PM, 10/ 5/08
I understand the importance of broadening a product portfolio but a Mini crossover just sounds wrong!
ateixeira says:
12:49 PM, 10/ 7/08
Sounds wrong, looks wrong. Ugly.