The German company BMW is considering launching Mini car production in Russia. This was announced by the head of marketing and sales of the BMW Ian Robertson at the Moscow International Motor Show.

"With thousands of Mini sales in Russia, it is possible that we will produce them in Russia", - quotes RIA Novosti Robertson. According to him, BMW sales in Russia in 2012 will be about 35,000 vehicles, more than in 2011 by 30%.

Add at the end of July in Russia on Tuesday began selling new MINI Clubvan. The car is available in two versions. In particular, the new product can be purchased with a 1.6-liter engine with 98 hp and 122 hp Amount of luggage when folded back is 860 liters. The first delivery of cars is expected in September. MINI Clubvan is based on the Clubman and the car is the first model of the brand relevant to a segment of commercial vehicles.