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The Mini Cooper R56 JCW is a two-door/front-wheel-drive hot hatch designed by Frank Stephenson and produced by the BMW Motosports, the brand's new owners, in factories located in the UK and the Netherlands, from 2008 to 2014. This all-time classic compact runs with a JCW 1.6L twin-scroll turbocharged engine delivering 211 PS of power at 6000 Rpm and 261 Nm of torque, coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission. With a 7.1L/100 Km fuel consumption and a 2657 Lbs weight, this car goes from 0-62 MPH in 6.5 seconds with a maximum registered speed of 148 MPH. An optional upgrade John Cooper Works package features Recaro seats, a Sparco racing steering wheel, and a fully electronic fire extinguishing system. All these enhancements make this version a much-improved model of the Mini.
Today, the Mini Cooper R56 JCW comes at a $23,000 market value, a complete bargain for such a complete all-arounder. It comes out of stock with Bridgestone RE11 205/45/R17 84W RSC tires on the front and rear axle, supported by Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar suspension, and Ventilated discs with an anti-lock brake system. Overall, the Mini offers a good driving adventure with authentic dependability and affordability to keep up with today's racing standards without breaking the bank.
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From 18 documented buildsTrendsR56 JCW enthusiasts prioritize Dunlop Direzza or Nankang NS-2R tires, paired with KW Clubsport or Bilstein B14/B16 suspension. Przperformance brakes are common, alongside Krumm Performance exhausts and Manic Motorsport or Mini JCW Stage 2 tunes. Drivetrain upgrades often include Quaife or Cusco LSDs.
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OEM Pace+1.1% 11 buildsLap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:05.7 | Adria International Raceway (Full) | Medium | 06 Jun, 2021 | 15 Feb, 2026 | -5.48s | +4.41% | |||
| 1:51.5 | Bilster Berg | Medium | 11 Jul, 2025 | 23 Jan, 2026 | -3.28s | +2.96% | |||
| 1:40.1 | Cremona Circuit (Pre 2024) | Medium | 22 Jun, 2020 | 07 Oct, 2021 | -2.74s | +2.70% | |||
| 7:41.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Medium | 06 Apr, 2023 | 29 Mar, 2024 | -11.44s | +2.46% | |||
| 7:29.1 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Race | 14 Jul, 2017 | 20 Jun, 2026 | -10.58s | +2.27% | |||
| 1:30.2 | Tazio Nuvolari Circuit (CW) | Medium | 27 Oct, 2025 | 01 Nov, 2025 | -1.38s | +1.54% | |||
| 1:57.5 | Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit | Race | 02 Nov, 2019 | 22 Jul, 2022 | -1.77s | +1.47% | |||
| 7:40.4 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Race | 02 May, 2025 | 23 May, 2025 | -6.39s | +1.36% | |||
| 1:21.2 | Autodromo di Franciacorta | Medium | 13 Jul, 2019 | 22 Jul, 2022 | -0.97s | +1.21% | |||
| 8:00.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Light | 17 Jun, 2022 | 12 Oct, 2024 | -3.22s | +0.68% | |||
| 7:51.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Race | 09 Oct, 2024 | 19 Oct, 2024 | -2.79s | +0.59% | |||
| 1:45.7 | Circuit de Mirecourt - Juvaincourt | Medium | 13 Sep, 2025 | 02 Oct, 2025 | -0.42s | +0.40% | |||
| 1:13.3 | Circuit Jules Tacheny Mettet | Race | 23 Apr, 2022 | 21 Oct, 2024 | -0.27s | +0.37% | |||
| 1:52.2 | Circuit de Chenevières (3.5KM) | Light | 14 Oct, 2020 | 11 Dec, 2025 | -0.14s | +0.13% | |||
| 1:27.0 | Thunderhill (West) | Medium | 11 Mar, 2023 | 18 Feb, 2024 | -0.09s | +0.11% | |||
| 1:54.7 | Bilster Berg | Race | 14 Jun, 2025 | 26 Jun, 2025 | -0.04s | +0.04% | |||
| 1:23.2 | Autodromo di Franciacorta | Light | 17 Sep, 2017 | 18 Jan, 2026 | +0.01s | -0.02% | |||
| 1:31.9 | Tazio Nuvolari Circuit (CW) | Medium | 20 Mar, 2022 | 24 Feb, 2026 | +0.06s | -0.07% | |||
| 1:35.9 | Autódromo Ciudad de Dolores | Stock | 20 Mar, 2016 | 18 Oct, 2021 | +0.14s | -0.15% | |||
| 1:22.9 | Autodromo dell'Umbria - Magione | Medium | 17 Nov, 2022 | 23 Jan, 2026 | +0.25s | -0.31% | |||
| 1:35.0 | Salzburgring | Medium | 22 Jun, 2022 | 12 Jan, 2026 | +0.32s | -0.35% | |||
| 39.3 | Driveway Austin Motorsports (Fiorano L1 Course) | Medium | 05 May, 2018 | 19 Jan, 2026 | +0.16s | -0.43% | |||
| 1:48.2 | Cremona Circuit (Current) | Medium | 01 Dec, 2025 | 29 Jan, 2026 | +0.57s | -0.54% | |||
| 8:05.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Medium | 09 Jun, 2023 | 04 Aug, 2024 | +2.92s | -0.61% | |||
| 8:10.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Light | 16 Jun, 2022 | 12 Oct, 2024 | +3.55s | -0.74% | |||
| 2:49.8 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Race | 27 Mar, 2025 | 04 Apr, 2025 | +1.43s | -0.85% | |||
| 2:01.4 | Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) | Heavy | 01 Jan, 2022 | 28 Jan, 2026 | +1.03s | -0.86% | |||
| 2:07.4 | High Plains Raceway (Full) | Stock | 23 Jan, 2022 | 19 Jan, 2026 | +1.33s | -1.07% | |||
| 1:48.8 | Cremona Circuit (Current) | Medium | 08 Dec, 2025 | 29 Jan, 2026 | +1.24s | -1.16% | |||
| 1:48.8 | Cremona Circuit (Current) | Medium | 01 Dec, 2024 | 29 Jan, 2026 | +1.28s | -1.19% | |||
| 1:40.2 | Anneau du Rhin (3.7 KM) | Medium | 01 Mar, 2022 | 09 Jun, 2022 | +1.38s | -1.40% | |||
| 1:24.9 | Autodromo di Modena (CW) | Medium | 08 Jul, 2018 | 14 May, 2026 | +1.21s | -1.45% | |||
| 2:06.7 | Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit | Medium | 18 Jun, 2018 | 18 Feb, 2022 | +2.44s | -1.96% | |||
| 2:07.6 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Medium | 25 Nov, 2023 | 18 Feb, 2024 | +2.64s | -2.11% | |||
| 2:09.1 | Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit | Medium | 15 Sep, 2020 | 09 Mar, 2022 | +4.78s | -3.77% | |||
| 1:18.0 | Hockenheimring (Short Circuit) | Medium | 14 Nov, 2015 | 23 Jan, 2026 | +2.9s | -3.88% | |||
| 1:53.1 | Rocky Mountain Motorsports | Light | 16 Oct, 2023 | 08 Jan, 2026 | +4.3s | -3.92% | |||
| 2:13.1 | Autodromo Nazionale di Monza | Medium | 28 Jul, 2020 | 15 Mar, 2022 | +5.33s | -4.08% | |||
| 2:14.8 | Lausitzring (GP Circuit) | Stock | 16 Jul, 2017 | 13 May, 2022 | +5.62s | -4.29% | |||
| 2:08.0 | Hockenheimring (GP) | Light | 31 Oct, 2022 | 30 Aug, 2024 | +5.76s | -4.71% | |||
| 2:12.3 | Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit | Medium | 25 Oct, 2015 | 09 Mar, 2022 | +6.24s | -4.86% | |||
| 2:13.0 | Circuit des Ecuyers | Light | 07 Oct, 2018 | 27 Jan, 2026 | +6.2s | -4.86% | |||
| 2:15.8 | Autodromo Nazionale di Monza | Medium | 04 Feb, 2018 | 22 Jul, 2022 | +7.4s | -5.58% | |||
| 3:05.7 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Light | 03 Aug, 2015 | 18 Jan, 2026 | +10.34s | -5.84% | |||
| 1:10.2 | Queensland Raceway (Clubman) | Light | 20 Jun, 2021 | 13 Feb, 2026 | +3.95s | -6.09% | |||
| 2:08.5 | Hockenheimring (GP) | Medium | 27 Jun, 2019 | 20 Jan, 2026 | +8.85s | -7.05% | |||
| 2:38.0 | Circuit Paul Ricard (Circuit 1C-V2) | Medium | 28 Feb, 2021 | 13 Mar, 2022 | +12.07s | -7.76% |
Top Modified Cooper R56 JCW
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 (w/RE11) | Rickard Nilsson | Race | — | 200 RE11 | 205/45/17 | -6.95s |
| 2015 | Simone Bruson | Medium | 253 | 1 P Zero Racing Slicks | 205/45/17 | -4.34s |
| 2015 (w/AR-1) | mat on cars | Medium | 280 | 100 AR-1 | 225/40/17 | -3.96s |
| 2011 | RW Edition by Robert Wehlandt (RW-Edition) | Medium | — | 200 Direzza ZII Star Spec | 215/45/17 | -2.84s |
| 2013 (GOMADMOTORS/AR1) | GOMADMOTORS | Race | 211 | 100 AR-1 | 225/45/17 | -0.96s |
| 2015 (EllecomeL/A052) | Ellecome Luca | Medium | 256 | 200 ADVAN A052 | 215/45/17 | -0.85s |
| 2014 (w/Direzza ZII) | parzo93 | Medium | 270 | 200 Direzza ZII Star Spec | 205/45/17 | -0.6s |
| 2013 | MINIben | Light | 211 | 400 Direzza DZ102 | 215/45/17 | +0.8s |
| 2009 (Mrrusmu/Kumhosemislick) | MrRusmu | Light | 211 | 50 V70A | 205/45/17 | +1.17s |
| 2014 (w/R7) | PAB Motorsport | Medium | — | 40 R7 | 205/45/17 | +1.54s |