Our 336BHP R56 MINI Cooper S!
The Xander Performance 2007 R56 MINI Cooper S Race Car
This car represents years of development, testing, and fine-tuning both on and off the track. Built with one goal in mind—to create an exceptionally fast and capable R56 MINI Cooper S while maintaining reliability—it’s the result of countless hours of engineering, data analysis, and collaboration with Xander Performance and others.
Engine & Performance
At the heart of the build is a fully forged and precision-engineered N14 engine, designed to deliver both power and endurance.
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Bottom End: ZRP Forged Connecting Rods, CP Pistons, Closed-Deck Block, Knife-Edged Crankshaft
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Cylinder Head: Full Supertech Valvetrain
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Induction & Turbo: Xander Performance Custom Intake, TTE300 Hybrid Turbo, Sharp Motorsport Exhaust Manifold, Airtec Intercooler, Custom Exhaust System
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Drivetrain: Helix 6-Paddle Clutch, Lightweight Flywheel, Gripper Differential
This setup produces 336 bhp at just 1.4 bar of boost, offering strong, usable power throughout the rev range and proven reliability under race conditions.
Chassis & Handling
Handling and consistency are key to performance, so the car runs a setup developed in partnership with Xander Performance, dialled in for maximum grip and balance across a range of circuits.
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Suspension: Intrax 1K2 Coilovers
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Brakes: Alcon 330mm Big Brake Kit
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Wheels & Tyres: Protrack One Alloys with Dunlop Direzza DZ03G Tyres
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Geometry: Xander Performance Custom Suspension & Alignment Setup
Exterior & Interior
Lightweight and functional, every modification serves a purpose.
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Aero: Custom Front Splitter
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Interior: Fully Stripped with Welded Roll Cage for Safety and Rigidity
The Goal
The vision for this car has always been clear: to create a high-performance, reliable, and competitive R56 MINI capable of excelling in real-world race conditions. Every component has been carefully selected, tested, and refined to deliver consistent performance, lap after lap.
Here is a lap around Thruxton:
