When BMW relaunched the Mini marque back in 2002, it put the storied English nameplate on a high-dosage prescription of ?more??more models, more performance, and more quirky charm. Mini?s John Cooper Works (JCW) performance division takes the standard versions and infuses those Minis with even more spice. Inspired by the original hot-rod Coopers from England, Mini has developed JCW variants of the Cooper Hardtop coupe, the Cooper convertible, the Countryman All4 crossover, and, finally, the Clubman All4 station wagon?the focus of this review. JCW buttresses the Clubman Cooper S All4 with more power, a lowered suspension, and subtle exterior revisions. But more isn?t always better, especially when it comes with the accompanying high prices that Mini charges. Indeed, buyer beware: The Clubman JCW is more proof that a Mini?s price is the least mini thing about it. READ MORE ??
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