2021 MINI Clubman

History/Overview

The Mini Clubman is one of the few compact station wagons left in today’s marketplace. This second-generation model arrived in 2016 with a then-new AWD option that has since become standard. There are no changes for the 2021 version of the Clubman.

Available Trims

Mini offers the Clubman in a single Signature, Classic and Premier+ trims, and with three different powertrains. The base Cooper model has a 1.5L turbo three-cylinder. The Cooper S and JCW versions share a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder tuned for 189 hp and 301 hp, respectively. All Clubman variants come standard with AWD and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Standard Features

The base Cooper model comes solely in Signature trim, with 16-inch alloy wheels, manual front-seat adjustments, heated front seats, black leatherette upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic A/C, satellite radio, navigation, wireless smartphone charging, Apple CarPlay connectivity, an 8.8-inch infotainment touchscreen, and a digital gauge cluster.

Cooper S similarly only comes dressed with the Signature package, but adds 17-inch wheels, a hood scoop, dual exhaust outlets, front seats with side bolsters and a thigh extension,

JCW’s functional additions are 18-inch wheels, cloth front seats with integrated headrests, steering wheel-mounted transmission shift paddles, and a mechanical differential lock. Mini offers the JCW with a more basic Classic configuration that leaves out the navigation and other connectivity features included in lesser models. You can add those items back in with the Premier+ option, which also gains forward collision warning, speed limit information, and automatic high beams.

Key Options

Cooper and Cooper S models offer a driver assistance package with forward collision warning, speed limit info, and auto high beams.

You can also add a Harman Kardon stereo and a heated windshield as stand-alone options.

Fuel Economy

Mini’s fuel consumption estimates for the Clubman are 9.7/7.0 L/100 km (city/highway) for the Cooper’s three-cylinder engine. The turbo four-cylinder is rated 10.1/7.4 L/100 km in the Cooper S and 10.1/7.6 in the JCW.

Competition

You won’t find much else that competes directly with the Mini Clubman. The GTI is an alternative to the Cooper S and JCW, and the JCW lines up nicely performance-wise against the Hyundai Veloster N. You might also see fit to cross-shop the Clubman with the Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatchback.