at the 2014 geneva motor show, MINI presented the MINI clubman concept, a six-door hatchback complemented by a selection of high-quality materials, refined details and next-level connectivity features. measuring 26 centimeters longer and 17 centimeters wider than the current MINI clubman, the concept boasts a handful of innovative elements throughout, including exterior aerodynamic ‘airbreathing’ airducts and intelligent toggles and switches inside the cockpit.
in two exclusive video interviews below, designboom talks to
MINI head of exterior design christopher weil and head of MINI interior
design oliver sieghart about the new clubman concept, highlighting some
of the vehicle’s most prominent features.
seen from the front, the circular headlamps, hexagonal radiator
grille and roof with add-on look clearly identify the clubman concept as
belonging to the MINI family. the radiator grille is
elaborated and incorporates the black chrome-finished bumper in the
front section. details such as the three-dimensional structure of the
chrome ribs inside the front grille further enhance the front section.
in the lower area of the front-end design a continuous air inlet
highlights the breadth of the vehicle, emphasizing its solid stance on
the road.
a prolonged roof line reflects the car’s extensive utility space, giving the silhouette a distinctive aesthetic and elegance, underscored by generous surfaces. the concept keeps in line with traditional MINI design icons such as the classic hexagonal radiator grille, side scuttles, black band and the typical friendly headlights. the modern, reduced interpretation of these elements gives the clubman concept a charismatic look, yet aggressive look. the themes of aerodynamics and air ducting are clearly highlighted in the exterior design; openings and outlets are integrated in the geometry and elegantly shaped, with clearly defined wheel arches and a roof spoiler accentuating the car’s dynamic aesthetic appearance.
from designboom