The MINI John Cooper Works is the icing on the cake of the new-generation Mini. Already the ultimate in performance and fun, this Mini will be even more enjoyable to drive along winding roads when it’s fitted with an Akrapovic aftermarket exhaust system crafted from the finest stainless steel. This street-legal exhaust system consists of an optimized link pipe, a built-in resonator, and a rear muffler. The customer can choose from two sets of tail pipes, made from either prestigious titanium or the sportier carbon fiber. Even from a distance it’s easy to see that this John Cooper Works has an Akrapovic exhaust system, thanks to the 95-mm increase in diameter. Up close, the tail pipes are a work of art—they mirror our attention to the smallest of details. Akrapovic engineers have also dedicated their attention to the sound aspect of the JCW; the result of their work is the recognizable Akrapovic sound, in which no unwanted droning can be heard. The beat of these tail pipes will further inspire you to drive dynamically.

The Evolution exhaust system also improves the John Cooper Works performance. This street-legal system adds 2 horsepower and 4 Nm/3 lbs-ft of torque compared to the stock exhaust and is over 2 kg/5 lbs. lighter. A glance at the power graph shows a consistent power increase for this 1.6-liter turbo engine between 2,500 and 5,500 rpm: exactly the range most often used for dynamic driving. For those of you that demand the maximum in power output and weight reduction, we offer an optional down pipe with a sport catalyst. When installing an optional down pipe we recommend remapping the ECU in order to prevent potential »engine check light« warning signals.

The JCW is a Mini icon to which the Akrapovic Evolution exhaust system adds an entire package of extras, from power and torque increases to weight reduction, the even sportier sound, and the sheer beauty of the system, which will awe passersby even when your John Cooper Works is parked

This system works on the following cars:

Evolution system with optional down pipe:

Hard facts:

Evolution system (EC Type approval):

Hard facts - Cooper S:

Hard facts - JCW Cooper S:

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