Some updates completely change the character of a car. Others make us wonder if anything was actually changed, or if the manufacturer is putting one over on us. These Minis fall into the latter category.
Spied testing in Europe, this Mini Cooper S and Mini Clubman S wear only the scantest of camouflage on their front- and hindquarters. The swirly makeup hides minor revisions to the front and rear fascias on both cars, modifications our spy shooters say help the cars look more like their newest sibling, the Countryman crossover. The most obvious changes appear to be in the taillights, where these prototypes sport new designs and LED technology.
Our spy photographers also noted some camouflage on the interior of the car, though they weren't able to photograph it. The camo is believed to be hiding some minor upgrades to the dashboard and may include some richer materials, a point that the European automotive press has hammered on.
The slightly revised Minis are expected to debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. We'll bring a magnifying glass and see if we can spot the differences.
Thanks to: Motor Trend
