Review
The 2015 Mini Cooper Paceman Hatchback is a subcompact hatchback offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $23,550. For that price, it mainly competes with the Nissan Juke Hatchback, the Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback, and the Ford Fiesta ST Hatchback. Between 2 trims, the Paceman offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 1.6L Inline-4 capable of making 121 horsepower and 118 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 181 horsepower-making 1.6L Turbo Inline-4 engine. Both engines are mated to either a standard 6-speed manual transmission or an available 6-speed automatic transmission. The Paceman reaches 60 mph from zero in 9.7 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 6.9 seconds with the 1.6L Turbo Inline-4 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Paceman can manage a combined fuel economy between 29 and 30 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the Paceman comes in really pull you towards itself.