Take a quick look at the front of the MINI Paceman Concept and you may be reminded of the MINI Countryman: well-contoured bonnet, imposing bumpers, prominent radiator grille. Take a longer look and you'll notice the subtle, yet crucial differences. The front headlights are even more acutely angled and additional intakes in the lower grille combine within deep-set fog lamps to sharpen the sporty edge even further.

Viewed from the side, the design of the MINI Paceman Concept catches the eye − and stays there. Newly interpreted side scuttles help to accentuate the light-alloy wheels – although, at 19 inches, they hardly need any accentuating. Then there's the waistline, tapering up past beefy rear wings to meet the helmet roof and create a unique dynamic wedge shape. Newly interpreted rear lights, a twin exhaust and diffuser-style apron help to emphasise the wide track of the MINI Paceman Concept at the rear.