It’s been 15 years since MINI launched the Scooter E Concept, marking its first tentative step into the two-wheel world. Now, a religious successor has emerged; this time, it’s extra grounded in actuality. Primarily based on the BMW CE 02, the brand new one-off challenge showcases what MINI Design can do when it blends its quirky attraction with BMW Motorrad’s electrical know-how.
Sticking with the identical {hardware} because the CE 02, this MINI-flavored idea amps the enjoyable issue with daring design touches and additional persona. Whereas it’s nonetheless only a idea for now, a limited-run particular version with MINI branding geared toward style-conscious city riders wouldn’t be far-fetched. That stated, it’s simply wishful pondering at this level.
As a few of you’ll recall, the BMW doesn’t formally name the CE 02 a scooter or a motorbike. As an alternative, it’s an “eParkourer.” With the bottom mannequin obtainable to 15-year-olds, it probably will get future drivers within the MINI life-style earlier than they even cross their driving take a look at. Thoughts you, this model is proscribed to five horsepower and a high velocity of 28 mph (45 km/h). The uncorked mannequin has 15 hp and tops out at 59 mph (95 km/h).
Ought to MINI launch its personal model, we don’t see a cause why it ought to value greater than the BMW. Costs in Germany begin at €8,500. In america, the maths begins at a extra cheap $7,599. However for now, MINI’s tackle the CE 02 is strictly a one-of-a-kind challenge.
It’s a part of the “Vibrant Transitions” design set up, which focuses on customization for Milan Design Week. For a similar occasion, BMW constructed an X3 M50 in Frozen Tanzanite Blue, a matte coloration from the Particular person catalog. The exhibit runs by means of April 13 on the Palazzo Borromeo d’Adda, an 18th-century palazzo in Milan. MINI has additionally introduced a automobile by showcasing the electrical Cooper S with particular physique graphics to go with the CE 02.
Supply: BMW Italy
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