2020 MINI Clubman Trim Levels with Comparisons & Configurations.

Have you been putting off getting a MINI Clubman? This is the year to make that investment. Why, you might wonder? Well, the 2020 MINI Clubman gets its much-anticipated mid-cycle refresh, and the changes are definitely good ones.

So, what has changed? Just take a look at the front fascia, for starters. Notice anything different? That's right - the big ol' clunky black grille is gone and has been replaced with a chic six-bar chrome grille. The Clubman S models do still have some mesh mixed in, but the hexagons are much smaller than before.

Halogen headlights now come standard, and they come with a black shield and bigger reflectors. There are fog lights built into the lower part of the bumper, and you can opt for LED headlights.

Other changes include three new stunning body colors, and you can now opt to replace the chrome trim with Piano Black trim. There are also more wheel choices available this year that let you choose between 18- and 19-inch sizes. There is also now a 4G LTE SIM card that allows for over-the-air updates and connectivity to always be on. It is a handy feature that a lot of drivers will appreciate.

That being said, which of the 2020 MINI Clubman's trims is the best fit for you? There are three trims that you can choose from - the Cooper S, Cooper S All4, and the John Cooper Works All4. Each of these trims is pretty reasonably priced, which is going to be the most attractive feature. However, there is a $7,000 price jump between the Cooper S All4 and the John Cooper Works All4, so you will have that to consider when making your final decision.

With that in mind, let us review each of these three trim levels. By the end of this review, we will declare which trim we think is the best deal for the average buyer.

 

Compare the 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S vs Cooper S All4. What is the difference?

There are not too many differences between the 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S and the Cooper S All4. The most obvious variable here is the fact that the All4 is all-wheel drive. Each Clubman is a 6-door, 5-seater vehicle. Both S models are powered by a 2.0-L 4-cylinder twin-turbo engine that generates 189 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque. The S All4 does get up to speed (going from 0 to 60 mph) ever so slightly faster, coming in at 6.6 seconds, whereas the base S reaches that speed in about 6.9 seconds. Either way, this is a pretty swift time for a vehicle in this class. The base Cooper S has a curb weight of 4,343 pounds whereas the Cooper S All4 is 4,519 pounds.

Take note that, on each of these three builds, you can select between a couple of trim sub-levels. The Classic trim comes with your choice of four different body colors, a body colored roof and mirror caps, and 17-inch alloy wheels. All-season tires comes equipped, and there is a space saver spare tire that you will get as well.

On the inside, you will find sport seats up front, and those seats are heated for extra comfort. Even if you do not live in a cold climate, the heating function can feel nice when you experience lower back pain while sitting. It makes a long ride a bit comfier, that is for sure. Also, these seats are done in a cool carbon black leatherette that really does have a sporty vibe to it. The sport steering wheel is wrapped in leather and has multiple functions mounted onto it for easy access for the driver. This makes it so that you will not have to reach for the volume control when you need to have both hands on the wheel. There is an option to upgrade to the JCW leather-wrapped steering wheel. To make the interior look even spunkier, there is a checkerboard dash panel and an anthracite headliner.

When it comes to infotainment and safety technology, MINI goes all-out, giving the Classic trim its own on-board computer, rear parking distance control, and a long list of standard active driver assistance features. This system is camera based and gives you access to automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning. These features seem to work well and should do a good job of keeping you and your passengers safe and sound inside of the 2020 MINI Clubman. There are also two airbags up front, two side airbags, two knee airbags, and two ceiling-mounted side curtain airbags inside of the Clubman. The ultra rigid frame of the vehicle is built to withstand hard impacts and also makes handling and steering more fluid and natural.

Apple CarPlay comes standard on the Classic trim level, so you can access all of your fvaorite iPhone apps right from the touchscreen display inside of the Clubman. You can use Siri for voice recognition, which allows for more hands-on-the-wheel driving. Adaptive cruise control does come as an option, and it is one you might want to consider adding on. Adaptive cruise control is handy since it allows you to maintain a consistent speed with the help of an on-board camera, which keeps you at a safe distance from the automobile in front of you. You might also want to opt for the Comfort Access keyless entry function since that gives you hands-free entry into the cabin as well as a power tailgate. If you are someone who often has your hands loaded, you might find this feature to be essential.

Of course, if those features are not enough for you, there is the Signature sub-trim level. The Signature lets you choose from ten different body colors. You also get everything that is included on the Classic trim. The roof and mirror caps are done in the body color, but you can opt for either black or white mirror caps and a matching roof. The Signature also rides atop the 17-inch alloy wheels and is equipped with all-season tires.

The cabin comes with the Signature Upholstery Package. You get the standard seats with heating on the front seats. The rear seat if 40/20/40 split-folding, and you still get the leather-wrapped sport steering wheel with multiple functions. The interior surface area is done in a gorgeous Piano Black.

The Touchscreen Navigation Package comes standard on the Signature, meaning that you can access a built-in navigation feature right from the vehicle's touchscreen display. The 6.5-inch touchscreen display might seem small, but it displays colorful graphics with remarkable clarity and does not eat up a ton of room on the dashboard. The Signature sub-trim level also gets an alarm system that will keep your vehicle safe from potential break-ins.

There are a bunch of other options that you can tack onto the list of features. Want white or black bonnet stripes? You can get them! Roof rails, ambient interior lighting, fog lights in the front and rear, the Premium Package, and a universal garage door opener with a built-in compass are some of the fancier features that you can add to the Signature sub-trim level.

If you want to take it to a level that borders on luxury vehicle standards, check out the Iconic sub-trim level. It is the highest you can go with the sub-trims and is truly a feature-rich model. It comes in your choice of 11 different body colors, and, of course, you can opt to get the roof and mirror caps done in either white or black. You can stick with the 17-inch alloy wheels or go for the 18-inch black or silver star spoke wheels or the super fancy 18-inch MINI Yours Masterpiece wheels. Again, all-season tires and a space saver spare tire come with the vehicle.

As far as the interior goes, it has everything you get on the Signature and much, much more.As far as the upholstery goes, you get a lot of nice choices. You can stay with the carbon black leatherette or go for the carbon black cord leather/cloth mix. There is also a pretty Black Pearl leather/cloth combo, cross punch leather in carbon black or pure burgundy, indigo blue chesterfield leather, satellite gray lounge leather, or MINI Yours lounge leather in carbon black. You can also get a MINI Yours sport steering wheel clad in leather or a JCW leather-wrapped steering wheel. You can get the chrome line interior trim or opt to go without it - your choice. Also, as far as surfaces go, you can get a MINI Yours surface in piano black illumination or pure burgundy illumination, a piano black interior surface, or a MINI Yours fiber alloy illuminated surface. As you can see, you can take customization to the extreme in the Iconic.

You also get a bigger touchscreen (8.8 inches, to be precise) when you get this trim level. The alarm system, Appe CarPlay, and built-in navigation still come standard. If the standard sound system isn't cutting it for you, there is a lovely Harman Kardon sound system that pumps out record studio quality sound. You can also opt for SiriusXM Satellite Radio connectivity, LED headlights with cornering lights, the black or white bonnet stripes, ambient lighting, and the universal garage door opener with the built-in compass. Again, it is all about incorporating what you need into this vehicle.

Compare the 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4 vs John Cooper Works All4 Trims. What is the difference?

The major difference between the 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4 and the John Cooper Works All4 is power. The JCW All4 derives its power from a sturdy Valvetronic variant of the base 2.0-L 4-cylinder twin-turbo. These tweaks give the JCW All4 a beefy 301 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque. As you might imagine, this gets the vehicle up to speed in no time at all. In fact, the JCW All4 has been clocked at getting from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds, leaving much of its competition in the dust.

As far as the sub-trim levels go, you can get the JCW All4 in any of the three options. As you should expect, this is the most expensive powertrain option, and equipping it with the Iconic trim will take the vehicle's price up to at least $46,400. Then, you need to factor in all of the options you want to add on.

2020 MINI Clubman: Which Trim to Choose?

The 2020 MINI Clubman offers a lot in terms of customization. In fact, it is probably one of the easiest vehicles in its segment to customize. The MINI Clubman has a little something for everyone, which is why it is such a neat line-up. Honestly, you cannot go wrong with any configuration here. Both engine options are strong, and the interior design is solid.

For most people, the base engine will do just fine, but definitely go for the All4 variant of the Cooper S if you live in a climate where inclement weather makes driving hazardous. And go for the Signature sub-trim. It is the perfect blend of upscale features and affordability.