Hot hatch profile
Mini John Cooper Works Manual (2015)
GBPetrolFWD
Power231 PS
0-62 mph6.3 sec
Top speed153 mph
Power-to-weight188.9 bhp/tonne
Specifications
Overview
| Country of origin | GB |
|---|---|
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Production years | 2015-2023 |
| Chassis code | F56 |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual |
Performance
| Power | 231 PS |
|---|---|
| Torque | 320 Nm |
| Kerb weight | 1207 kg |
| Power-to-weight | 188.9 bhp/tonne |
| 0-62 mph | 6.3 sec |
| Top speed | 153 mph |
Powertrain
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Induction type | Turbocharged |
Running Costs
| Insurance group | 29E |
|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 35 mpg |
| CO2 | 155 g/km |
| Price new | £23,050 in 2015 |
| Price new (inflation adjusted) | £32,685 (as at April 2026) |
Sources
| Source notes | Verify Mini/S08. |
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The F56 JCW brought the Mini hot hatch into the 2.0-litre turbo era with more torque and maturity. Manual cars preserve the traditional enthusiast appeal, even if they can’t match the performance and economy of the 8-speed automatic.