MINI Cooper S

The new MINI has been completely re-designed. It now has a new British-built engine, new front and rear suspension and new six speed manual transmission. There's also a host of innovations, with extra safety and security features as standard.

A punchy engine, crisp transmission and lively acceleration make the MINI Cooper S an all-round star. And with cutting edge suspension, low ground clearance and precise go-kart handling, you're guaranteed as much fun as mechanically possible.

  Price Mileage
24 Hours £ 95 200
Weekend £ 300 450
Full Week £ 495 1250

Specification

The powerplant in the MINI Cooper S has a twin-scroll turbocharger (a first for a small-hatch) delivering lightning performance in any gear, at any speed. It even has an Overboost function which kicks up torque to 260 Nm, for even more blistering acceleration when overtaking or pulling away (or any excuse you can think of really).

The perfect match for the turbocharged engine is the new Getrag six-speed gearbox, with synchronised reverse for even slicker gear changes. And as of 2007 you'll also have the option of six-speed auto, which adapts torque and power to give you all the thrilling sportiness you expect from a MINI.

Technical Specification

Engine 1.6 litre, 4 cylinder/16 V
Max. output/bhp/revs 175 bhp at 5500 rpm
Max. torque/revs 240 Nm at 1600 rpm
Acceleration 0-62 mph - Manual (secs) 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-62 mph - Automatic (secs) 7.3 s
Top speed - Manual (mph) 140 mph
Top speed - Automatic (mph) 137 mph
Acceleration 50- 75 mph (4th / 5th gear) 5.5 s / 7.0 s [n/a]
Fuel consumption mpg - Manual (urban) 31.7
Fuel consumption mpg - Automatic (urban) 25.9
Fuel consumption mpg - Manual (extra-urban) 49.6
Fuel consumption mpg - Automatic (extra-urban) 49.6
Fuel consumption mpg - Manual (combined) 40.9
Fuel consumption mpg - Automatic (combined) 37.2
CO2 emissions 164 g/km [187]
Unladen weight (EU)² 1205 kg [1155]
Max. permissible weight 1505 kg [1520]
Max. permissible roof load 75 kg
Luggage capacity (min. - max.) 160 - 680 litres
Fuel Tank capacity (approx.) 50 litres
Dimensions (L x W x H) 3714 x 1683 x 1407 mm
Insurance Group 15E
Transmission 6-Speed Manual, automatic available as an option