RUSH Radar: R53 Mini JCW GP

Engine & Drivetrain

Engine: BMW–Chrysler Tritec 1.6
Configuration: Supercharged inline-four
Valve gear: DOHC, 16-valve
Displacement: 1,598cc
Bore x stroke: 77.0mm x 85.8mm
Block material: Cast iron
Cylinder head: Aluminium
Induction: Eaton M45 supercharger
Redline: 7,150rpm

Output

Power: 218bhp @ 7,100rpm
Torque: 250Nm @ 4,000rpm

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed manual
Drive type: Front-wheel drive
Differential: Mechanical limited-slip differential

Performance

0–62mph: approx. 6.5 seconds
0–100mph: approx. 15.8–16.2 seconds
Standing ¼ mile (400m): approx. 14.7–14.9 seconds @ ~96mph
Top speed: 150mph

In-gear acceleration (est):
30–50mph:
– 3rd gear: 2.8–3.3 seconds
– 4th gear: 3.9–4.6 seconds
50–70mph:
– 3rd gear: 3.6–4.3 seconds
– 4th gear: 5.0–6.0 seconds
60–80mph (4th gear): 5.4–6.4 seconds

Weight

Kerb weight (DIN): 1,095kg
Power-to-weight ratio: 199bhp per tonne
Torque-to-weight ratio: 228Nm per tonne

Chassis, Suspension & Brakes

Front suspension: MacPherson strut
Rear suspension: Multi-link
Suspension: JCW GP-specific springs and dampers
Steering: Hydraulic power-assisted rack-and-pinion

Brakes:
Front: 4-piston Brembo calipers, ventilated discs
Rear: solid discs

Wheels:
18-inch forged alloy wheels
Tyres: 215/40 R18

Value

From £12,000-£25,000
(January 2026)