RACE development has inspired the second generation factory built John Cooper Works-tuned Minis which boast 211bhp and a sprint time of 6.5 seconds.

Available to order from July, the Works versions will be offered in both Mini Cooper S Hatch and new Mini Cooper S Clubman body styles.

The British built 1.6 litre power plant supplied in the standard Cooper S has received the same upgrades as the Mini Challenge race cars. Modifications are made to the twin-scroll turbocharger, air filter, air mass meter, exhaust system and catalyst.

Air to the larger turbocharger is increased through the use of a larger air intake pipe, which creates a quicker induction phase. The engines also come with reinforced, specially polished pistons, as well as a strengthened cylinder head and a modified cylinder gasket while the intake valves and valve seat rings have also been upgraded with stronger and more resistant materials.

The six-speed manual gearbox has been strengthened to handle the extra power while the Sports exhaust system features large polished stainless steel twin tailpipes. The Sports Suspension has been especially tuned for the Works models which sit 10mm lower to the ground.

Driving systems include ABS Brakes, EBD Electronic Brake Force Distribution, CBC Cornering Brake Control, EDL Electronic Differential Lock, as well as DSC Dynamic Stability Control, Hill Assist and for the first time, DTC Dynamic Traction Control.

Extra-large disc brakes with uprated red callipers are fitted with inner-vented discs - the front discs are 17in in diameter while the rear set measure 16in.

Cabin specification includes a leather sports steering wheel, air-conditioning, interior trim in glossy Piano Black and an Anthracite roof lining plus an upgraded sound system with 10 speakers and an eight-channel amplifier.

Priced at £20,500 for the hatchback and £21,700 for the Clubman the Works Minis can be identified by their 17in light-alloy wheels in JCW Cross-Spoke Challenge design and the newly-designed John Cooper Works logo on the boot and grille and wheels, as well as on the door trim.