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Mini Hatch (F55) 5-door One First 1.2 (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mini Hatch:
The Mini is a supermini car which has been made since July 2001. Colloquially known as the New Mini, all four generations have been produced as three-door hatchbacks and two-door convertibles, with a five-door hatchback body style added from the third generation. Introduced following the acquisition of the Mini marque by German carmaker BMW, it is a family of retro-styled cars with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The range has been marketed under various names, such as the Mini Cooper, Mini Hatch, Mini Hardtop, Mini One, and Mini John Cooper Works....(Read more on Wikipedia)
(F55) 5-door Overview:
Mini Hatch ((F55) 5-door). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.4 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
One First 1.2 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most basic engine, offering minimal performance best suited for purely urban environments and short trips.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for a petrol engine, but its lack of power might lead to working it harder.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile and fun handling
- • Distinctive and iconic styling
- • Practical 5-door configuration
- • Range of efficient and powerful engines
- • Premium interior quality
Cons:
- • Firm ride quality on rough roads
- • Premium price point compared to rivals
- • Limited rear passenger space for adults
- • Smaller boot capacity than some competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation((F66) 3-door: February, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Hatch |
| Generation: | (F55) 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | One First 1.2 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 2014 |
| End of production: | November, 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62.6 Hp/l [106mm more] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 1400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B38A12A More details about the engine B38A12A |
| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-power turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 4.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.3 kg/Hp, 65.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Max. weight: | 1680 |
| Max load: | 530 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 278 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3982 mm mm [106mm more] |
| Width: | 1727 mm mm [17mm less] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [7mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2567 mm mm [72mm more] |
| Front track: | 1501 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1501 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 146 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.02 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 84H |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Mini Hatch rank in your book?