Update: More 2007 Mini Info

OK. BMW’s U.S. press site has more information we can tell you about the 2007 Mini Cooper. We also wanted to show you a side-by-side of the new Mini (left) next to the outgoing 2006 (right).

There are still no concrete mileage figures, but the updated press release says the new engines improve mileage “by up to 20%.” Now, don’t go crazy and think that’s across the board. We’re guessing that’s highway mileage on the base Cooper. But that still brings that figure from 36 mpg to 43 mpg. That would be significant. Otherwise the company mentions a 12.5% increase in mileage. If that’s across the board it’s very impressive and will make the Mini Cooper even more desirable in the newly gas-conscious U.S.

The release also says we should expect the 2007s to arrive at dealerships before the end of the year.