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2017 MINI Clubman: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2017 MINI Clubman is a broader lineup: Cooper ALL4 and Cooper S ALL4 add all-wheel drive, while the new John Cooper Works Clubman ALL4 becomes the 228-hp performance flagship. The body, cabin, and core design otherwise carry over from the 2016 redesign.
About the 2017 MINI Clubman
2nd gen Clubman (F54), second model year after the 2016 redesign; 2017 is the lineup-expansion year that broadened ALL4 availability and added the first John Cooper Works trim.
MINI positioned the Clubman as the roomiest, most versatile, more upscale take on the MINI idea. Official U.S. launch material stressed that it was the brand’s most spacious and practical model, with four side doors, split rear cargo doors, five real seats, and a cabin that felt more grown-up than smaller MINIs. For most shoppers, the Clubman’s appeal was simple: distinctive MINI style and nimble road manners in a small wagon-like body that worked better as an everyday car.
The 2017 Clubman ranges from the everyday 134-hp Cooper to the quicker 189-hp Cooper S, with both offered in new all-wheel-drive ALL4 versions. At the top, the 228-hp John Cooper Works ALL4 combines the practical Clubman body with Brembo brakes, a lower sport suspension, sport seats, and a performance exhaust.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The lineup adds Cooper ALL4 and Cooper S ALL4 trims, bringing all-wheel drive to both regular engines. A new John Cooper Works Clubman ALL4 pairs standard all-wheel drive with a 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, Brembo brakes, and a sport suspension.
2017 MINI Clubman specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 3-Cyl, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 31 mpg | 32 mpg | 30 mpg | 31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 136 hp | 189 hp | 136 hp | 189 hp | 228 hp |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 207 lb-ft | 162 lb-ft | 207 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.3 in | 34.3 in | 34.3 in | 34.3 in | 34.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
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| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2017 MINI Clubman compared with the 2016 model?
The 2017 MINI Clubman adds three trims: Cooper ALL4, Cooper S ALL4, and John Cooper Works ALL4. The first two broaden all-wheel-drive availability, while the John Cooper Works model adds a 228-hp engine and dedicated performance hardware; the underlying body and cabin carry over.
Does every 2017 MINI Clubman have all-wheel drive?
No. The Cooper and Cooper S remain front-wheel-drive models, while the Cooper ALL4 and Cooper S ALL4 use all-wheel drive. The John Cooper Works Clubman comes with all-wheel drive as standard.
What is special about the 2017 John Cooper Works Clubman ALL4?
The 2017 John Cooper Works Clubman ALL4 is the new performance flagship. It has a 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, standard all-wheel drive, Brembo brakes, a lower sport suspension, sport seats, an aerodynamic body kit, and a performance exhaust.
Is the 2017 MINI Clubman a redesign?
No. The 2017 Clubman is the second model year of the generation introduced for 2016. Its main update is the expanded trim and all-wheel-drive lineup rather than a new body, cabin, or platform.
2017 MINI Clubman Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 MINI Clubman.
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2017 MINI Clubman
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“Drives great, good gas mileage, love the AWD, comfortable and good safety features.”
“I LOVE my MINI. It wasn't just about finding the right car, it was about having a great experience. I never thought I'd love a car as much as I love mine. I have a long commute to work in the morning and I love the drive now! Even my dad, who has dreamed of a convertible his whole life, said that a MINI Cooper will be his next car.”
Sources
- press.bmwgroup.com — Detail / T0261253EN US / Model Year 2017 Mini Lineup Pricing And Equipment Updates
- press.bmwgroup.com — Detail / T0251464EN US / Supreme Driving Fun In Every Situation: The New Mini Clubman All4
- press.bmwgroup.com — Detail / T0263895EN US / Race Inspired Performance Meets Grown Up Motoring: The New Mini John Cooper Works Clubman
- press.bmwgroup.com — Detail / T0271590EN US / Model Year 2018 Mini Lineup Pricing And Equipment Updates
- press.bmwgroup.com — Detail / T0235926EN US / Mini Usa Announces Us Market Pricing For New Mini Clubman