MINI Clubman Cooper S 2016 (ENG) - Test Drive and Review

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8 жыл бұрын

MINI Clubman is now in its second generation. The Clubman first appeared in similar form back in 2007. The previous generation also had vertically split tailgate, but access to the back seats was through suicide doors on the right side. Despite me liking the quirky Clubman, I’m not surprised it wasn’t a sales hit. In the new MINI Clubman you get full-size rear doors on both sides, and because the Clubman is 7 cm wider than the hatch, and has 17 cm longer wheelbase, three adults can fit in the back. Fold the seats, and you get 1250 litres of loading space, which is more than in BMW 1 series or Toyota Auris. And in 5-seat configuration you get 360 litres, similar to 1 Series and Toyota Auris.
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@tanjdarren 5 жыл бұрын

For anyone watching this. I own a 2017 Mini Cooper S Clubman in Singapore where i believe most of our cars have been modified with bigger cat converters. But still if you want to achieve crackling sounds, change your gear to manual, rev to 3k RPM or above and let the engine brake do the work. I believe you’ll hear the pops and crackle. Might need to listen closely but i believe most Cooper S Clubman has this. Try it out for yourself guys and enjoy the car! :)

@joekaralunas5751 5 жыл бұрын

Just got a 2019 S All 4, manual. This review is one of the best. Don’t know about 2016 model, but when the rear doors are open, the lights in the bumper will also operate as tail lights and turn signals.

@Bogdo1987 8 жыл бұрын

Great review!! I like this model of mini, it is so rad. The interiror of this car looks amazing..The rear end looks magnificent!! :)

@TheStuartking 8 жыл бұрын

great reviewer, love watching all your vids. Love it when you say bits and bobs. keep the vids coming

@DennisBloodnokPhotographyVideo 6 жыл бұрын

Good review. The Mini Clubman estate is a good combination of a "sporty" driver's car which is large enough to get four adults and their luggage into. If I can gather enough money together, I may get one of these cars next.

@deanj1981 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful car 🇬🇧 love the style

@lightpainteddoll 2 жыл бұрын

Love all your videos, both in English and Polish. How lucky are we, hubby and I, him being English and my being Polish, to have you speaking both languages! I’ve only just realised that you do your reviews in English as well; so far we’ve been watching the Polish ones with English subtitles. 🙂 I absolutely love how you show those things in a car that no one normally mentions (apart from the usual ones of course) and it does often affect what people think of a car. We were considering buying a Renault Escape or similar and your review has changed our minds! Well, your review of the Renault and this review, here… I own a Mini Clubman with the “suicide” door, simply because I absolutely adore its looks (I have the “chocolate” metallic version with brown leather seats- to die for, very rare) and it’s manoeuvrability. But yes, I have always loved Minis, so did my husband. We’re definitely suckers for the retro feel or, strictly speaking, we simply lean much more towards the beauty of curved lines in a vehicle. I’d buy any car with the looks of the 1950’s Jaguars or the 328 Roadster BMW. But, damn, no one makes good-looking cars like that anymore. Looks-wise, the Mini is about the only contemporary car we can say we truly love. Really. And it’s got some “lungs”. 😉It drives like a dream, even the older models. Except for the Mini Countryman. That is no longer a Mini! 😋 😉 😂 (The head lights, the head lights…!!! 🤦🏽‍♀️) Thanks to your review, we will probably reconsider buying (another) Mini, “slightly” bigger this time, but still a handsome car. Definitely a Clubman. It’s like you said- your neighbour would’ve been fine now simply buying the new Clubman. Although I have doubts about fitting three large-ish dogs in the boot of this car (and a child on the back seat)… 😯 🤔 As per your other video… Perhaps I should take our son and the three dogs to a Mini showroom?? 🤩 😂 Thank you for your (and Ania’s) great work on the videos!

@MarekDrives 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It really makes my day to read comments like yours. Yes, the channel is bilingual, although this is about to change. Don't worry, I continue doing reviews in English, I'll just post them on a separate channel. Three large(ish) dogs sound like a Skoda Superb estate or one of those combivans like the Berlingo. These days with the chip shortage and all, I don't expect dealers to be too accommodating, but I'd totally ask if I can bring my menagerie or maybe a travel cage (if you're using one) and try fitting it in the car. You can always bring a tarp or a blanket so the dogs don't soil the upholstery. We recently bought a Countryman, which is larger still, but IMO it's definitely not a car for three dogs.

@Memovox 8 жыл бұрын

Marek, you crazy Polak, greetings from Denmark. Another excellent review, thanks. You're just about my favorite car-reviewer. Now I'll buy a Clubman S.

@jimbo3376 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic car, surprisingly practical and no one will grab the wipers instead of the handles 😂

@hshwang75 Ай бұрын

Exellent review! ❤

@darrenwhyman4539 5 жыл бұрын

Great review 👏👍

@juanrivero3082 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice review thank you bro.

@jamescoughlan7510 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, very informative review

@Sennbrink 8 жыл бұрын

I drove the 5-door version last year, equipped with John Cooper Works Pro Tuning package. Fun for the driver, terrible for a family. This one looks more interesting.

@jeffchristie1541 4 жыл бұрын

I think it looks fantastic marek 5 door suits it

@jm6958 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, subscribed.

@SUTTy718 7 жыл бұрын

Sweet ride!

@pebblepusher6504 6 жыл бұрын

Well done brother 👍😀

@BNTV.Bananan Жыл бұрын

Good video!

@emillarson89 8 жыл бұрын

Just put an order for a fully equiped Clubman SD All4 in thunder Grey, black 18" spokes, tinted windows and all black interior (with sunroof to be able to let some light in)... Cant wait to get rid of my 2013 120D...

@blerbela7767 8 жыл бұрын

Really nice car, i like it

@dannywilson2886 8 жыл бұрын

Like this car, didn't think I would. Looks good and drives good. Considering to buy one

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

I don't regret mine.

@shannoneastridge2930 4 жыл бұрын

I liked it a lot

@ZafMio 8 жыл бұрын

Even though, Clubman is a bit weird as a design, is much prettier than the 5door MINI... They should have only the Clubman, as the 5door alternative...

@AndrejGobec 7 жыл бұрын

Drove a diesel Clubman automatic the other day. By far the greatest impression I got from it was the suspension. Perhaps because of the longer wheelbase, but you could almost glide through bumps and potholes. I have a family and I did love this car, but somehow ... I still don't know why, but I just cannot consider it. Maybe I would hate to expose this car to dogs and kids vomit or perhaps this style just isn't MY style. A great car though! Really worth the money ...

@stephenstarling2578 4 жыл бұрын

I own the 1st gen clubman I love it it turns so many heads but it fun litt car

@fjsampaio8487 6 жыл бұрын

Great review...considering this or the countryman... I was almost falling for the countryman S E but top speed is rubbish and 30 kms on electric still not enough to justify an "e" badge... so now i have no idea whch oen is best: clubman or countryman S...

@georgewhite9299 6 жыл бұрын

Musicians Loading Space😁😋🏍

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. I just wish the car had a horizontally split tailgate - great for picnics.

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Dan Hilken Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe has that. And it really is great for picnics ;)

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

+Marek Drives OK I'll trade it In for a Rolls. Hope I get a good price. ;)

@ihavecandiesatthevan 3 ай бұрын

I drive ‘09 clubman and i love clubman. Rip clubman

@MetikalMan 8 жыл бұрын

I still think I would go 5 door hatch out of all of them. Rear seats rarely get used in my car. But it would be nice to have the easy access when loading things or people. It also weighs nearly 100 kilos less than a comparable clubman, not to mention at least €1000.

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+MetikalMan That's the thing, in 5-door MINI access to the rear is not as good, as you'd expect (the rear doors are very narrow), and legroom is not much better, than in 3-door hatch. For me it's 3-door/cabrio or Clubman.

@stjohntownsend3019 2 ай бұрын

No pops and bangs! Good news

@Daniel010601 8 жыл бұрын

Any comments on how it'd perform during winter time. Question from Canada. Thanks

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

You need the 4x4 version

@pamplonaHD 8 жыл бұрын

Good job Marek. Any chance you get your hands on a new audi Q7 hybrid? This would make an interesting review, IMO. Also, you should drive the Tesla Model X preferably or its older sibling Model S, in their aggressive form, P90d or P85d. Specifically, you could test the new auto-pilot features and ludicrous mode, besides the usual stuff.

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+pamplonaHD Q7 Hybrid - possibly, when (if?) it is available in Poland. Tesla is not available in Poland, and it is unlikely we'll get it here within the next few years.

@magicaldream 8 жыл бұрын

I think this is the perfect mix of Mini -lifestyle and practicality. The styling is great too. Really stands out from the boring family cars you see on the roads today. How was the tyre noise from the inside btw?

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+magicaldream Even if there was any, it was masked by wind noise from the gills behind front wheel arches. BTW, the car was on winter tyres.

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

I got the 16" run-flats and find them a bit noisy (and bumpy) on our poor English roads. A lot of our roads are very rough and it creates a roar. Might be better on the Continent, at least in Germany.

@kathymurray3955 8 жыл бұрын

IMO inside of this reviewed Clubman looks similar to a Hyundai, particularly materials quality & backseat area :( (we just inherited a '14 Santa Fe Sport). We're picking up our Clubman S w/manual drive any day now. The Showroom model's appearance was much more luxurious than one shown in Review. Ours will be in LapisLuxury Blue, white hood stripes, white roof, w/blue leather sport seats & ability to change drive modes (aren't drive modes standard in US ?) which my husband really likes. Clubman S was our choice over the Land Rover Evoque. Yes, they are totally different & backseat space is similar, but we wanted a more easy-going style & I've always wanted a MINI. Now that our 2 oldest sons (have 3) will be getting their own cars...perfect timing ! Now our oldest wants a MINI 2 door.

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

+Kathlyn Murray-Moore do you like it? I have a Cooper on order and can't wait.

@kathymurray3955 8 жыл бұрын

+Dan Hilken I am absolutely loving it ! Have been putting too many miles on it so have to drive our Hyundai some times instead 😏

@kathymurray3955 8 жыл бұрын

+Dan Hilken Did you get your Mini yet ?

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

+Kathlyn Murray-Moore Yes and it's v nice. Not sure I should have got the run-flat tyres tho: they are a bit noisy and harsh on our lumpy English roads. Might be all right in Germany!

@kmabike718 6 жыл бұрын

Although I like the 2nd generation Clubman. I perfer the quirkiness of the first generation. I have a 2013 Clubman S and I have not seen one that looks like mine yet.... That being said, it might be hard to part with for a 2nd Gen

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Ottavianus Augustus Auris boot is sad because of the fit and finish. MINI boot is finished better than cockpits in some cars.

@Ott4vi4nu5 8 жыл бұрын

+Marek Drives I stand corrected. will edit my comment.

@darexdarex 8 жыл бұрын

Marek, Those seats are different. I have an F56 MINI (Hardtop), and there was no option for such seats. What are they called?

@darexdarex 8 жыл бұрын

Are they special JCW seats?

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

JCW Sports Seats

@MIRAISHOME000 4 жыл бұрын

i got a 2016 Mini Cooper Countryman

@KhoaiBap 9 ай бұрын

how much it price

@ppmireless 6 жыл бұрын

So what do you suggest for the wipers..?

@MarekDrives 6 жыл бұрын

Mount them on top under the spoiler?

@seyedkamalodinmomeni9715 4 ай бұрын

Ok, 👌

@bfcfan2739 8 жыл бұрын

how thick would u need to be to try opening rear doors by grabbing the wipers lol

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Graham Wiles The handles are too low, and people will instinctively grab the wipers. I've seen it done in other cars, I see no reason why it won't happen here.

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

Even without the Comfort Access option, you can open the doors automatically using the key fob. I never use the handles (or the wipers).

@raymondnewton2388 6 жыл бұрын

I've driven the previous mini clubman and the mini hatch, both of which were loaded with extras and had a quality feel. I didn't buy because of the restricted view through the windscreen. In being a slave to retro_design mini have produced a car with a glaring fault.

@MarekDrives 6 жыл бұрын

You get used to it. It's a pretty cool car, though I liked the previous gen with suicide doors on one side more.

@lightpainteddoll 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarekDrives 😂

@yihengyao4946 8 жыл бұрын

Is this model in Melting Silver?

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Yiheng Yao Moonwalk Grey.

@yihengyao4946 8 жыл бұрын

Marek Drives Oh ok, thank you.

@delboy2596 4 жыл бұрын

I realise this reply is late. But yes it's melting silver. Although you probably own a Moonwalk grey one now.

@colinharvey1049 8 жыл бұрын

This is the most comprehensive/detailed review of the Clubman, however I'd like to know is 1.5 litre 3 cylinder engine underpowered in this model?

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Colin Harvey It was more than capable in the hatch. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iZeWaKRmzaeogok.html

@colinharvey1049 8 жыл бұрын

+Marek Drives Thanks for taking the time to reply. What spec level was the clubman you had Pepper or Chilli? Was that the half leather interior? Many thanks super review.

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Colin Harvey KZfaq is about communication. That's what I do. I'm still surprised many people are surprised, when I answer their comments ;) Anyway, it's Pepper (the main difference between Pepper and Chilli being lack of driving mode selector) with JCW Sports Seats.

@danh1773 8 жыл бұрын

I got the 1.5 Clubman. Yes it's a bit underpowered in relation to the car's superb handling, but the original mini was never fast. The idea was for it to be fun and cheap.

@moncoo7 8 жыл бұрын

What is height of the vehicle reviewer?

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Monique Cooper 175 cm.

@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess Жыл бұрын

I think I'd rather have a normal split tailgate

@panchaviaras2935 8 жыл бұрын

The car costs 46 or 36 thousand euros with the options???

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+TV_PROductions 46

@panchaviaras2935 8 жыл бұрын

+Marek Drives REALLY EXPENSIVE

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

TV_PROductions Have you seen a cheap MINI in the last 16 years? ;)

@panchaviaras2935 8 жыл бұрын

+Marek Drives not really

@shirakawanaoya 8 жыл бұрын

That back design... i dont know what to make of it.....

@MarekDrives 8 жыл бұрын

+Eric Xavier It looks better in real life.

@shirakawanaoya 8 жыл бұрын

I kinda thought so seeing it from the side at the end. Thanks. :)

@Ott4vi4nu5 8 жыл бұрын

I will have my doubts about 3 Adults in the back, damn I have my doubts about 3 shorter guys in there for longer than 10 min. Sure it's fun to drive, but at what cost ? 46.000 for the s ....