THE MINI family is set to grow next year when the Traveller hits showrooms.

With an elongated body for more rear legroom and boot space, the Traveller uses twin side-hinged doors in the tailgate, while on one side is a rear suicide door like that on the Mazda RX-8 to allow easier access to the rear seats.

Expect the Traveller to offer the full range of petrol and diesel engines as found in the hatchback models.