MINI Clubvan – first premium compact delivery van

MINI Clubvan – first premium compact delivery van

As expected, the MINI Clubvan has successfully made the journey from concept to production, and the newborn is virtually identical with the Geneva concept. Making its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the world’s first “premium compact delivery van” is the seventh unique member of the MINI family, selling alongside the Clubman, Hatch, Convertible, Countryman, Coupe and Roadster.

Pitched at small businesses with an eye for style, the Clubvan is the first commercial vehicle to be offered since the MINI brand was relaunched under BMW’s ownership in 2001. The new car’s heritage can be traced back to 1960, when the original Mini – launched a year earlier – was joined in showrooms by the Morris Mini Van. With an extra 10 cm in the wheelbase, closed-off load compartment and split rear door, it offered workhorse capabilities in a compact body.

MINI Clubvan – first premium compact delivery van

This one is no longer that small, but relatively compact compared to supermini based van rivals such as the Opel Astravan and Peugeot 207 Van. Based on the Clubman platform, its exterior dimensions are identical to those of its sibling – 3,961 mm long, 1,683 mm wide and 1,426 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,547 mm.

The load bay extends from the wide-opening double doors at the back of the vehicle to an internal bulkhead immediately behind the driver and passenger seats. That’s made from a solid aluminium lower section with a steel mesh upper, and stowed cargo can also be accessed through the two rear doors or via the Clubdoor on the driver’s side.

MINI Clubvan – first premium compact delivery van

The cargo area stretches back 1,150 mm and, even at its narrowest point just behind the rear doors, is 1,020 mm wide. With the bulkhead to protect the driver and/or passenger, it can be loaded right to the roof which measures 840 mm at its highest point. That translates to 860 litres of space and a maximum payload capacity of 500 kg.

The blocked-out rear side windows are body-coloured and feature interior polycarbonate reinforcement. Combined with tinted glass in the rear doors, it means the load compartment is both secure and concealed from prying eyes.

MINI Clubvan – first premium compact delivery van

The load floor is completely flat for ease-of-use, and both it and the side walls are trimmed in high-quality upholstery. Above, an anthracite roof liner runs the full length of the vehicle. Six heavy duty attachment loops are recessed into the floor at the sides to help prevent cargo from moving around in transit, while multiple 12-volt sockets can be used to power electrical equipment.

Three engines will be available; the 98 hp MINI One Clubvan, the 122 hp MINI Cooper Clubvan and the 112 hp MINI Cooper D Clubvan. All come with the familiar front-wheel-drive set-up, Electric Power Steering, MacPherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, but an optional six-speed auto can be ordered.

MINI Clubvan – first premium compact delivery van

Also standard are “MINIMALISM” features including Auto Start/Stop, Shift Point Display, Brake Energy Regeneration and on-demand operation of ancillary units. These will help business users keep a tight rein on fuel consumption and offers low running costs.

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Danny Tan

Danny Tan loves driving as much as he loves a certain herbal meat soup, and sweet engine music as much as drum beats. He has been in the auto industry since 2006, previously filling the pages of two motoring magazines before joining this website. Enjoys detailing the experience more than the technical details.

 

Comments

  • Black Dog on Jun 25, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    To transport gold bullion, perhaps?

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  • The Enthusiast on Jun 25, 2012 at 4:23 pm

    Wow! I wonder which company is using this car as their delivery vehicle. Definitely not Poslaju.

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  • This could be the cheapest mini in bolehland since there is no excise tax for commercial vehicle

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  • MycarMylife on Jun 25, 2012 at 5:06 pm

    Mad to bring it to MY, you think this the 60s where Minis are just run of the mill transport from England ?? where the local shopkeeper also had one for deliveries,
    Now under SD it is only for the rich and connected .

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  • Im in the house alarm sales and installation business, how I wish I could afford this mini, I won’t need to carry my tools and goods in a boxy van again, my business will look cool…
    Oooiii, government, it’s time to abolish the tax..

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  • nebula87 on Jun 25, 2012 at 9:26 pm

    to the aussie’s market??!

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