New MINI Clubman JCW pictures

It rivals models like the Ford Focus ST estate

The rear doors have an unusual 'barn door' arrangement

JCW is short for John Cooper Works - evocative of the original Mini Cooper

With 228bhp, the Clubman JCW offers serious performance

The Clubman is the largest and most practical MINI ever

Rebel Green is a colour exclusive to the JCW

There are plenty of John Cooper Works logos

Alloy wheels hide beefier brakes for extra stopping power

A number of wheel designs are available

The front bumper has vents to cool the brakes and engine

There are plenty of hints to John Cooper's race past

The Clubman retains the retro theme for which MINIs are famed

The speedometer, rev counter and fuel gauge sit in a pod in front of the steering wheel

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The Clubman JCW should be an entertaining driver's car