Just days ago MINI released pictures of John Cooper Works S lineup, now the company has released a video showing the new models on a racetrack. The cars feature a 1.6L engine with 211hp, a sport tuned suspension, larger brakes, and a strengthened six-speed manual transmission. The exterior gets a JCW body styling kit, 17” alloy wheels, polished stainless steel exhaust tips, and a hood scoop. Interior upgrades include piano black trim, Anthracite roof lining, and a ten speaker audio system. JCW badging is applied to all the usual locations, making sure no one confuses this model with a standard MINI.
The Cooper S takes 6.5 seconds to reach 62mph, while the Clubman accomplishes the task in 6.8 seconds. Top speed for both models is 148mph, while fuel economy is expected to be 40mpg.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixqXqgCvG3U

 

40 mpg on a JCW Mini.. that's pretty sweet actually.. 6.8 to 62mph isn't 911 territory, but the Mini's sure "feel" fast!

I'm actually really digging the clubman, the added space would make it a decent DD, especially with the cooper package..

 

Mm yummy Piano black interior would be sweet!
I read that they did some changes to the engine itself and switched to some better pistons.