2011 BMW 760Li V12 M Sport Gallery

The F01/02 BMW 7 Series was first released in 2009 and this the year of 2012 the BMW 7 Series is receiving it's first facelift (LCI) and even still the BMW 7 Series is a technological tour-de-force combining both elegance and sportiness in a single package. This 2011 BMW 760Li M-Sport in our featured photoshoot features the BMW Individual Ruby Black Metallic with Amaro Brown Full Merino Leather and style 327 Ferric Grey Cross Spoke 21" Alloy Wheels... but lets not forget the most impressive feature of this 760Li; the N74 6.0L V12 producing a raw 535 Horsepower and 553 ft-lb of torque. Essentially the Rolls Royce Ghost rides on the same chassis, so the interior appointments does not disappoint either with 4 fully electric adjustable seats,controls for the front and rear center console for the rear entertainment system Amaro Brown Alcantera headliner, Heads Up Display, Night Vision and the list goes on and on. The owner is selling this car if anyone is interested in purchasing it, very low kilometers in spectacular red carpet ready condition. A full gallery after the Jump. 

BMW i3 Stripped in Paris

The BMW i3 stripped down to the bare frame at the Paris Autoshow 2012. The BMW i3 shows off it's new Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Passenger Cell along with it's electric drivetrain and suspension components was also on display. This new weight saving technology will be a first for a volume produced vehicle and will be a key component of future mainstream BMW models. Have a look at the gallery after the jump.

Source: Bimmerpost

Finding car insurance rates that are cheap

The cost of practically everything seems to be rising constantly. For this reason, consumers are always on the lookout for a great deal. And everyone wants cheap car insurance. Finding low rates for a good policy is the challenge. There are several ways you can look for low rates from reputable insurance companies.

Friends and family making referrals

Many drivers, especially young ones, simply use their parents' insurance provider. Or they might ask a friend for a referral. You might initially get a lower rate because of the referral, but your premiums will probably be higher after the first year. If you decide to go with a referral, you should still take the time to review the insurance provider before you purchase a car insurance policy . Just because your friend or family member has had a good experience, do not assume the company has a high score with rating agencies.

Looking at each individual insurance company

Advertisements for insurance companies are everywhere: television, radio, and the Internet. If you see or hear a commercial or advertisement for a particular insurance company that seems reliable, you can contact the insurance provider directly. All major insurance companies provide free online quotes to customers. However, this can be very time consuming if you plan to compare quotes from multiple providers as you will need to contact each separately.

Online comparison sites for quotes

These sites allow you to get multiple quotes from a variety of insurance providers that are approved to serve your community. Using this type of site is exceedingly convenient as you can compare rates at any time of the day in the comfort of your home. You simply provide basic information to get a list of offers that you can review at your leisure. When comparison shopping, it is best to select comparable policies. It does not make sense to compare a standard policy against a full coverage policy. You also want to review deductible requirements as well as annual premiums.

When looking for cheap car insurance rates, you have several ways to find great policies. Using a quote comparison site that provides quotes from trusted insurance companies is the safest way to comparison shop. You get accurate cheap car insurance quotes that are good for a specified period of time so you can review quotes at your convenience.

1966 Ford GT Mark II

Vintage Coolness from the Ford Archives

1966 Ford GT Mark II

Car insurance quotes for multiple vehicles

There are many households in this country that own two or more vehicles. It is nothing surprising to see both spouses going to work with their own cars in the morning. And while this may seem like an idealistic image in these days of economic recession, there's nothing really strange about it. We are fortunate to have a high standard of living, and you can't blame someone just because it's convenient for them to have several cars in their garage. Still, even those who have the money to own two or more vehicles find it hard to cope with costs of keeping them these days. Car insurance quotes are rising on a yearly basis, and when you have more cars to insure the final bill is something that even a wealthy person will find costly. Still, it's a matter of being insurance-savvy and being smart when it comes to certain decisions, that will grant you affordable car insurance quotes for your cars.

Many people tend to make the mistake of buying separate policies for their cars. Sure, maybe you didn't buy all your cars at the same time, and invested some time into shopping around for the best rates that your new car can get. Still, as a result you get several policies that are generally priced as average on the market for each of your vehicles. And even if you have a good yearly income this may account for a serious sum of money. Is there a better solution to this situation? Naturally, yes.

Most insurers offer significant discounts for buying a single policy for several cars. The more cars you include into a single policy the lower is the cost of insurance for each vehicle you own. There are several reasons for this rule. First of all, insurers don't love paperwork as much as we do, and it's much simpler for them to keep records for several cars under the same account rather than separate accounts for several vehicles. And they charge you with a single premium instead of separate bills for each car. Besides, the more cars you have the less is the risk of an insurance claim for a particular vehicle because it gets distributed across all of your vehicles. Say, if the risk of an insurance claim for a single car may be equal to 3% during a year, in case of several cars it is diminished to 1% and less for the same person. And the lower the risk the more affordable car insurance quotes become. So if you want to optimize your insurance costs, this is the best solution you can get.

GAP Insurance and cheap auto insurance

What exactly is Gap insurance and is it something we really need? Finding ways to save money is something that we are all looking for. The recessions and slow recovery has us all spending our money wisely. It's just not smart to pay too much for anything, especially car insurance. But maybe, when you picked your policy you overlooked something.

You are mandated to buy comprehensive auto insurance if you financed your can through a bank or from the dealer. You may think that you have everything covered in that case. That is not necessarily true. If you lease a car, often the leasing company requires Gap insurance. Why do you think they require that?

Gap insurance pays the difference between the value of the car when an accident results in the total loss of the car and the outstanding balance on any financing. For leasing companies, this is the difference of how much the car depreciated and what is left on the lease. For the person who purchases a car, the amount paid by gap insensate is the difference between your loan balance and the depreciated value at the time of the accident.

Cars depreciate quickly. The old adage that it drops half its value once you leave the lot is a bit of an exaggeration, however, the depreciated value can be quite significant. The average car depreciates 20% in the first year, depending on the make and model it can be as much as 35%.

Consider this, if you buy a mid class sedan modestly accessorized for $30000, and finance $27,500. Leaving the lot, the value drops by 8.5%, then depreciates another 20% the first year. You get into an accident after one year and the car is totaled. You have only paid $6137.16 (12 payments of 511.43 @ 4.4% on five-year loan). The insurance company valued the car at $22,200. You have no car; you pay the bank with your insurance check, plus another $2000 of your own money. Gap insurance would cover the difference and that $2000 out of your pocket could go towards another car.

When you are looking for cheap auto insurance think about all the possibilities you need to cover. Sometimes a straight policy isn't enough. When getting auto insurance quotes, be sure to ask about gap insurance coverage. Often gap insurance is cheaper from your insurance company than from the bank or dealership. Check for quotes on this site.

MINI Paceman Officially Unveiled (HD Gallery)

Have you ever looked at the MINI Cooper and thought, I wish it was larger and had 4 Wheel drive? The MINI Paceman is the car for you. It is a coupe version of the MINI Countryman, more details later but for now skip after the jump for a gallery of photos and Press Release.

• MINI presents the world’s first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium small and compact vehicle segment; MINI Paceman is the seventh model in the brand family and offers an innovative combination of sporty, extrovert design, hallmark MINI driving fun and an exclusive interior ambience; unique, yet typically MINI, vehicle concept opens up new target groups for the brand’s inimitable style; two doors, large tailgate, lounge concept with two individual seats in the rear.
 
• Expressive, emotionally powerful body design with prominent horizontal lines and powerfully curved surfaces; dynamic proportions in hallmark MINI design language create superbly sporting impression; sporty and elegant appearance and powerful stature of the MINI Paceman symbolise the innovative combination of go-kart feeling on the road and enhanced versatility through optional all-wheel drive.
 
• Upright front end exudes power and presence; hexagonal radiator grille with broad chrome surround, black bordering on the lower edge of the body and other typically MINI design elements with an individual touch; coupé-style stretched side profile with long doors, dynamically downward-sloping roofline and greenhouse tapering towards the rear; muscular flared wheel arches; distinctive helmet roof form adapted to the car’s coupé lines with integrated rear spoiler; roof can be specified in body colour, white or black; sloping rear window; rear lights in horizontal arrangement for the first time on a MINI.
 
• Bespoke interior design creates typically MINI impression; powerfully formed, horizontally structured instrument panel with newly designed surrounds for the air vents; large circular Centre Speedo, also with new surround in black and decorative inner rings in high-gloss black or chrome; surrounds for the central control panel in a contrasting colour; window buttons arranged in the door panel trim; three-dimensional door ellipses reaching into the rear compartment (illumination optional).
• Full-size individual seats in the rear offer high levels of comfort and lateral support, plus generous shoulder room and headroom; legroom optimised through cut-outs in the front seat backrests; integrated armrests in the rear side panel trim; two-section version of the MINI Centre Rail storage and attachment system comes as standard, full-length variant available as an option; variable use of space possible through individually folding rear seat backrests; load capacity: 330 – 1,080 litres.
 
• Particularly powerful engines and standard lowered sports suspension accentuate the trademark MINI go-kart feeling; regular suspension and ride height are available as a no-cost option; two petrol and two diesel engines offered from launch with an output spread from 82 kW/112 hp to 135 kW/184 hp; MINI John Cooper Works Paceman version is in the pipeline; all variants come with a six-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic as an option; MINI ALL4 all-wheel-drive system available for the MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman; outstanding efficiency thanks to state-of-the-art powertrain technology and extensive MINIMALISM technology fitted as standard; Sport Button available as an option.
• Sophisticated chassis technology featuring MacPherson spring struts and forged cross members at the front axle, a multi-link rear axle and Electric Power Steering with Servotronic function; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) including Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) optional (standard on the MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman ALL4); 16-inch light-alloy wheels as standard (MINI Cooper S Paceman and MINI Cooper SD Paceman: 17-inch);
18-inch or 19-inch light-alloy wheels available as an option.
• Outstanding occupant protection provided by crash-optimised body structure and extensive range of safety equipment; front and side airbags, side curtain airbags, three-point inertia-reel seat belts on all seats, belt tensioners and belt force limiters at the front, ISOFIX child seat attachments in the rear and a run-flat indicator fitted as standard.
 
• Array of standard equipment includes air conditioning, sports seats for driver and front passenger, Centre Rail and radio MINI CD; high-quality items of optional equipment and wide variety of individualisation options in typical MINI style; selection includes xenon Adaptive Headlights, rain sensor, Park Distance Control, Comfort Access, electrically operated glass roof and trailer coupling; large choice of exterior paint finishes, bonnet stripes, upholstery variants, interior surfaces and Colour Lines; MINI navigation system, harman/kardon hi-fi loudspeaker system and unique in-car infotainment functions available via MINI Connected.


 
The MINI brand is once again combining the expansion of its model range with a foray into a new vehicle class. Indeed, the MINI Paceman is the first Sports Activity Coupé in the premium small and compact segment. Its powerful, dynamically stretched coupé lines and hallmark MINI go-kart feeling team up with the exclusive ambience of its variable-usage interior to make the MINI Paceman a pioneer in the urban environment. Sporting prowess and versatility also define the driving characteristics of the MINI Paceman. Four powerful engine variants will be available from launch, and the standard specification of the MINI Paceman will also include lowered sports suspension. This is the second model (after the MINI Countryman), moreover, to offer the option of channelling its engine power to the road through all four wheels.
 
The seventh model in the MINI family has a character all of its own, while displaying clear ties to the innovative and inimitable style of the British premium brand. Its innovative vehicle concept takes its cues from the needs of modern target groups, who appreciate its confident appearance as much as the infectious driving fun on offer at the wheel. With its two doors and large tailgate, plus two full-size individual rear seats, the MINI Paceman complements the elegant sportiness of its proportions with a new rendering of the familiar MINI interior. The slightly raised seating position in the front of the car provides the driver and front passenger with an excellent view over the road, while the rear passengers enjoy generous levels of space, outstanding lateral support and exceptional comfort in a lounge-style ambience. Folding down the rear seats expands the load capacity of the MINI Paceman from 330 to a maximum 1,080 litres.
 
The petrol engines available for the MINI Cooper Paceman and MINI Cooper S Paceman and the diesel units in the MINI Cooper D Paceman and MINI Cooper SD Paceman cover an output spread from 82 kW/112 hp to 135 kW/184 hp. All the powerplants link up as standard with a six-speed manual gearbox, although a six-speed automatic is available as an option. The MINI ALL4 all-wheel-drive system is offered for the MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman. Plans are in place to add a MINI John Cooper Works Paceman variant to the range in due course.
 
Design: powerful stature, sporty and elegant coupé lines.
 
The innovative concept of a compact Sports Activity Coupé is expressed in a body design that combines dynamically stretched proportions with a muscular stance. This authentic embodiment of the MINI Paceman’s multifaceted driving properties is achieved within the template of the established MINI design language. Its inspirational sporting credentials are immediately clear, as is the potential for broadening its range of use with the addition of ALL4 permanent all-wheel drive.
 
Traditional MINI design cues, such as the black bordering on the lower edge of the body, the side indicator surround on the diagonal link between the A-pillar and front wheel arch, and the clear three-level split of body, passenger compartment and roof, point – in a distinctive Paceman way – to their MINI family ties. The front end, for example, exudes power and presence thanks to its large, distinctively shaped headlights, strikingly sculptured bonnet and upright hexagonal radiator grille, which is framed on the MINI Paceman by a particularly broad chrome surround.
 
The fresh and individual character of the MINI Paceman comes across most prominently when the car is viewed from the side. Dynamically sweeping lines and powerfully curved surfaces imbue the car’s appearance with sporting elegance. The coupé-style roof, swooping downwards towards the rear, sits almost seamlessly atop the passenger compartment. Its distinctive “helmet” contours fit neatly into the coupé mould, the roofline flowing into the standard rear spoiler. The steadily rising shoulderline and gently downward-sloping roofline create side window surfaces that taper towards the rear, emphasising the wedge shape of the silhouette particularly clearly. The long doors each have a high character line, which connects the front and rear wheel arches and gives the body a lower-slung appearance. The extremely muscular rear wheel arches underline the MINI Paceman’s sporting credentials, including its ability to send a portion of its engine power through the rear wheels.
 
The most eye-catching new feature of the rear end are the rear lights which, in a first for MINI, display a horizontal design. As with the slim and sloping coupé-style rear window, the chrome strip below it and the horizontal creases on the tailgate and rear apron, the form of the lights further accentuates the car’s width. The concentric segmentation of the light sources in the rear lights is very much in keeping with brand tradition. The same can be said of the rear as a whole, which increases in width as it heads towards the road, drawing attention to the car’s powerful stance. The MINI Paceman is the first member of the brand’s line-up to be identified by a rear nameplate.
 
Eight exterior paint shades are available for the MINI Paceman, including the new Brilliant Copper, Blazing Red and – exclusively for the MINI Paceman – Starlight Blue variants. The roof and exterior mirror caps can be painted in body colour, white or black.
 
Interior: exclusive ambience, impressive variability.
 
A model-specific interpretation of traditional MINI design principles also shapes the look of the interior. The extensive use of horizontal elements champions the cause of sporting elegance. For example, the distinctive door ellipses have an extremely shallow and prominently three-dimensional form and extend back beyond the B-pillars into the rear compartment. The ellipses border the armrests and their integrated door pull recesses. Added to which, for the first time in a MINI the side window controls are integrated into the door trim. If the optional lighting package is specified, the door ellipses are bathed in an atmospheric light.
 
Matt-finished, ring-shaped borders in Carbon Black emphasise the form of the Centre Speedo and the two air vents positioned alongside it. Decorative inner rings in high-gloss black or optional chrome are integrated as standard into the surrounds for the air vents and Centre Speedo. Positioned below the Centre Speedo, the CD/DVD and air conditioning control panel and toggle switches are bordered in a contrasting colour. Here, the matt black surfaces dovetail appealingly with the chromed controls.
 
The MINI Paceman has been designed squarely as a four-seater. The slightly raised seating position in the front of the car provides the driver and front passenger with an excellent view over the road. This effect is enhanced by the slightly forward-leaning arrangement of the familiar Centre Speedo.
The pair of individual seats in the rear offer impressive shoulder room and headroom, outstanding lateral support and exceptional comfort, while cut-outs in the front seat backrests optimise legroom. The lounge character of the rear compartment is further enhanced by the armrests in the side panels. These are integrated into a circular rear trim element, which matches the colour and material of the seats. The individual seat layout is highlighted by two mouldings in the load compartment cover which extend out from immediately behind the head restraints into the rear.
 
The standard-fitted Centre Rail storage and attachment system runs from just aft of the gearshift or selector lever on the centre console to its finishing point between the front seats. The second section of the Centre Rail is found between the rear seats and extends up to the partition between the rear compartment and boot area. This makes it easier to climb over from one of the two seats to the other. A single-section Centre Rail extending between both rows of seats can be ordered as an option, offering even greater flexibility when it comes to the positioning of standard and optional function elements. The optional lighting package includes illumination of both the Centre Rail and door panels.
 
Front sports seats are also part of the standard specification for the MINI Paceman. As an alternative to the standard Diagonal Track cloth upholstery, customers can specify the Hot Cross cloth/leather combination, Gravity leather trim or exclusive Lounge leather variant. A bespoke selection of upholstery colours, interior surfaces, Colour Lines and other design features offers a wide range of individualisation options for the interior.
 
The high-opening tailgate of the MINI Paceman and its low boot sill allow the luggage area to be accessed in comfort. Load capacity stands at 330 litres, increasing to 1,080 litres when the rear seat backrests are folded down.
The options list for the MINI Paceman contains a storage package (containing features such as additional function elements for the Centre Rail), a rear carrier preparation and a trailer coupling.
 
Engine range: extremely powerful, remarkably efficient.
 
Four variants of the MINI Paceman will be available from launch. Customers will have a choice of two petrol engines and a pair of diesel units – all with four cylinders and their zesty power delivery accompanied by remarkably low fuel consumption and emissions. The MINIMALISM technology fitted as standard on all models includes Brake Energy Regeneration, the need-based operation of ancillary components, Electric Power Steering and the Gear Shift Indicator which, like the Auto Start/Stop function, works in tandem with the manual gearbox.
 
A shared feature of the 1.6-litre petrol engines powering the MINI Cooper S Paceman and MINI Cooper Paceman is fully variable valve management. Based on the BMW Group’s VALVETRONIC technology, this system optimises both the engine’s responses and its efficiency. Under the bonnet of the MINI Cooper S Paceman, this system joins forces with a twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection to generate maximum output of 135 kW/184 hp at 5,500 rpm. Plus, peak torque of 240 Newton metres (177 lb-ft) is on tap between 1,600 and 5,000 rpm. An overboost function is at the driver’s disposal to provide particularly powerful bursts of acceleration, increasing torque to as much as 260 Newton metres (192 lb-ft) for a short time between 1,700 and 4,500 rpm. All of which enables the
MINI Cooper S Paceman to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 7.5 seconds (automatic: 7.8 seconds) on the way to a top speed of 217 km/h / 135 mph (212 km/h / 132 mph). Despite this smile-inducing acceleration, average fuel economy in the EU test cycle stands at an impressive 6.1 (7.1) litres per 100 kilometres / 46.3 (39.8) mpg imp and CO2 emissions are just 143 (166) grams per kilometre.
 
Developing maximum output of 90 kW/122 hp at 6,000 rpm and with peak torque of 160 Newton metres (118 lb-ft) available from 4,250 rpm, the engine powering the MINI Cooper Paceman also has what it takes to fuel plenty of sporty driving fun. The 0-100 km/h / 62 mph dash is all over in 10.4 seconds (automatic: 11.5 seconds) and top speed stands at 192 km/h / 119 mph (184 km/h / 114 mph). Average fuel consumption for the MINI Cooper Paceman in the EU test cycle is 6.0 (7.2) litres per 100 kilometres / 47.1 (39.2) mpg imp, while CO2 emissions come in at 140 (168) grams per kilometre.
 
A turbocharger with variable turbine geometry and common-rail direct injection allows the diesel powerplants driving the MINI Cooper SD Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman to offer both instantaneous pulling power and exceptionally low fuel consumption. What’s more, the engines’ aluminium construction allows weight to be kept impressively low and smoothness to take a front seat. The engine fitted in the MINI Cooper SD Paceman produces maximum output of 105 kW/143 hp at 4,000 rpm from its 2.0-litre displacement. Maximum torque of 305 Newton metres (225 lb-ft) can be accessed between 1,750 and 2,700 rpm. The resultant power delivery allows the MINI Cooper SD Paceman to sprint from rest to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 9.2 seconds (automatic: 9.4 seconds) and hands it a top speed of 200 (197) km/h / 124 (122) mph. The impressive efficiency of the more powerful of the two diesel engines is reflected in average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle of 4.6 (5.7) litres per 100 kilometres / 61.4 (49.6) mpg imp and CO2 emissions of 122 (150) grams per kilometre.
 
The MINI Cooper D Paceman also stands out with its superb balance of brawn and economy. Its diesel powerplant has 1.6-litre displacement, rising to 2.0 litres if the optional automatic gearbox is specified. Maximum output stands at 82 kW/112 hp and is available from 4,000 rpm, while peak torque of 270 Newton metres (199 lb-ft) is served up between 1,750 and 2,250 rpm. The MINI Cooper D Paceman accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 10.8 seconds (automatic: 11.2 seconds) on the way to a top speed of 187 (182) km/h / 116 (113) mph. The exemplary efficiency of this variant is headlined by average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle of 4.4 (5.6) litres per 100 kilometres / 64.2 (50.4) mpg imp and CO2 emissions of 115 (149) grams per kilometre.
 
Six-speed automatic gearbox and ALL4 all-wheel drive on the options list.
 
The MINI Paceman is equipped as standard with a six-speed manual gearbox, while a six-speed automatic – complete with the Steptronic function enabling manual gearshifts – is available as an option for all models. In the MINI Cooper S Paceman and MINI Cooper SD Paceman, the automatic gearbox also comes with shift paddles attached to the steering wheel; these can be ordered as an option for all other models. Extra helpings of driving fun can be summoned with a touch of the optional Sport Button, which tweaks the engine’s responses and the power assistance provided by the steering.
In models ordered with the automatic gearbox, the Sport Button can be used to activate a specially tuned sport program which makes various adjustments, including extra zip for the gear changes.
 
Three of the four model variants can be equipped with ALL4 from the launch of the compact Sports Activity Coupé. The permanent all-wheel-drive system is available for the MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman and can be combined with either the manual gearbox or the automatic.
 
The ALL4 system uses an electromagnetic centre differential to distribute drive seamlessly between the front and rear axles. In normal driving situations ALL4 diverts up to 50 per cent of the engine’s power to the rear wheels, rising to as much as 100 per cent in extreme conditions, such as on ice and snow-covered surfaces. The control electronics of the MINI ALL4 system are integrated directly into the DSC management unit, enabling drive to be distributed between the front and rear axle as and when required – and in a matter of milliseconds. This set-up optimises fuel economy and ensures the car displays maximum agility in the face of fluctuating dynamic requirements, while delivering surefooted, and thus typically MINI, handling characteristics.
 
Cutting-edge chassis technology provides a new take on the go-kart feeling.
 
The construction of the MINI Paceman’s chassis – consisting of a MacPherson spring strut front axle and forged cross members in tandem with a multi-link rear axle – underpins its hallmark MINI agility. A feature particular to the MINI Paceman is the sporty set-up of the lowered suspension, although the car can also be ordered with regular suspension and ride height as a no-cost option. The precise and efficient Electric Power Steering likewise enhances the ever-present go-kart feeling on board the MINI Paceman. The steering system’s standard Servotronic function provides speed-sensitive power assistance.
 
The likewise standard-fitted DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) system comprises ABS anti-lock brakes, Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Brake Assist and Hill Assist.
The MINI Cooper S Paceman, MINI Cooper SD Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman with ALL4 also come with DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) mode, which allows controlled slip through the driven wheels to ease moving off on loose sand or deep snow. When the stability system is deactivated (in DSC Off mode) an electronic locking function for the front axle differential comes into play. In tight corners it brakes a spinning wheel as required to enhance handling. Known as Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), this system enhances the car’s traction without adversely affecting its steering properties. DTC and EDLC are available for the MINI Cooper Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman as an option.
 
Standard specification also includes light-alloy wheels – in 16-inch format for the MINI Cooper Paceman and MINI Cooper D Paceman and 17-inch guise for the MINI Cooper S Paceman and MINI Cooper SD Paceman. 18-inch and 19-inch light-alloy wheels can be ordered as an option for all model variants.
 
Comprehensive safety equipment and high-quality comfort-enhancing features.
 
The high torsional rigidity of the MINI Paceman’s body plays an important role in both its agile handling and its impressive passive safety. In the event of a crash, extremely robust load-path structures, precisely defined deformation zones and an extremely strong passenger compartment are on hand to keep the impact energy away from the car’s occupants and ensure maximum protection for all those on board. Like the MINI Countryman, which passed the Euro NCAP crash test with the maximum five-star rating, the MINI Paceman’s standard-fitted safety arsenal includes front and side airbags, as well as side curtain airbags for both rows of seats. All seats are fitted with three-point inertia-reel seat belts. Front seat occupants will also find belt tensioners and belt force limiters, while in the rear ISOFIX child seat attachments are in place should they be required.
 
The high-quality standard equipment of the MINI Paceman also fits the brand’s premium character as far as comfort and functionality are concerned. Air conditioning, electrically adjustable exterior mirrors, the Centre Rail, model-specific door sill lettering and the radio MINI CD audio system with AUX-IN socket are included as standard on all model variants. The options list, meanwhile, contains items such as a sports leather steering wheel (standard on the MINI Cooper S Paceman and MINI Cooper SD Paceman) with optional multifunction buttons and cruise control, an armrest between the front seats, heated seats, automatic climate control and an electrically operated glass roof. Also on the options list are Comfort Access, xenon Adaptive Headlights with black headlight housing, automatically dimming rear-view and exterior mirrors, Park Distance Control, front foglamps and a rain sensor.
 
Customers can take on-board entertainment and navigation capability to new levels with the radio MINI Boost CD, radio MINI Visual Boost, harman/kardon hi-fi loudspeaker system and MINI navigation system. A voice control system, a hands-free system/mobile phone preparation and a DAB tuner for receiving digital radio programmes can also be specified. Cars fitted with the radio MINI Visual Boost or MINI navigation system can also be ordered with the MINI Connected option, which allows full Apple iPhone integration and therefore the use of innovative infotainment, communications and driving experience functions. Specially developed apps open the door to a unique and constantly expanding variety of functions such as web radio, Facebook and Twitter usage, Dynamic Music, Driving Excitement, Mission Control and the MINIMALISM Analyser.