Hawk Performance Ceramic brake pads were developed for those enthusiasts who want to improve stopping power without the annoying side effects sometimes associated with more aggressive pads. Hawk Performance Ceramic pads are engineered with a linear friction profile for maximum performance while reducing NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) for a smoother ride and ultra-low brake dust accumulation. In addition, you can expect Hawk ceramic brake pads to provide increased pad and rotor life and a more responsive ABS braking system. Hawk Performance Ceramic pads are intended for street use only.

Hawk HPS pads offer a tremendous improvement in braking distance over the Mini's OEM pads. Hawk's unique Ferro-Carbon formula was developed for street performance using the safety and quality of Aerospace severe-duty friction technology. Hawk's HPS compound offers a high coefficient of friction and can provide you 20-40% more stopping power and improved resistance to fading. HPS's Ferro-Carbon compound also puts out less dust and noise compared to other performance brake pads. All Hawk Performance products provide a limited lifetime warranty ensuring pads to be free of manufacturer's defects. Hawk HPS pads are designed for a daily driven Cooper but will hold up under light autocross duty as well.

Hawk HP+ pads are made for the R56 Cooper S that gets driven to autocross events. Hawk's HP+ offers increased friction over the HPS, at the price of a little more noise (squealing) and more dust. Brake squeal is not uncommon in the HP+ due to the higher temperatures required for their peak friction, but once warmed up, this higher operating temperature will consistently allow your R56 Mini Cooper S to brake more quickly, with minimal fade. Hawk HP+ pads are excellent for the occasional HPDE/track day or for the very competitive autocross Cooper S. If your Mini will see more frequent track use, or competition-only applications, consider race compound pads.

Hawk Blue 9012 compound pads are for the dedicated race/track Mini Cooper only. Hawk's 9012s utilize a medium/high torque and high temperature compound optimized for repeated heavy braking associated with track use. Tracked Mini Coopers equipped with the Hawk Blues will see consistent, fade-free braking, but they do take some time to get up to temperature and will make lots of noise and dust (not that you care when you're on the track!). Blues are the #1 selling brake pad material for SCCA Club racers. THESE PADS ARE FOR OFF-ROAD USE ONLY.