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MINI finds more RAYs for Oz


MINI finds more RAYs for Oz

Author: Isaac BoberDate: 8 August 2011
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Available locally for only three months, the MINI RAY has proved a strong performer for the premium compact brand. Designed to take on Audi’s strong-selling A1, the RAY has helped MINI to achieve its strongest July ever with 226 deliveries.

With the original allocation of 300 units now all accounted for, and despite significant demand from all international markets, MINI Australia has managed to secure an additional 200 units for the year.

The MINI RAY, priced at $28,800 drive-away, is powered by a 1.6-litre engine four-cylinder. Maximum power output of 72kW and torque of 153Nm available from 3000rpm propel the MINI RAY from 0 to 100km/h in 10.5 seconds, a mere one-tenth of a second behind the MINI Cooper automatic. Fuel consumption is 5.4L/100km on the combined cycle allowing the MINI RAY to travel a claimed 700km on a single tank of fuel.

Coinciding with additional MINI RAY units for 2011, MINI Australia has also announced an even hotter deal; the once optional Chilli package is now standard.

David Woollcott, National MINI Manager, says the Chilli Package has always been a proven favourite amongst customers.

“With an existing take up rate of over 60 per cent, we are thrilled to announce the Chilli features as standard across MINI Hatch, Cabrio and Clubman models,” said Woollcott.

While the equipment varies from model to model, each vehicle will feature a wheel upgrade, automatic air-conditioning, and cloth/leather combination upholstery.

 

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