Mini Cooper 2006-2013 used car review

The Mini Cooper attracts attention with its cute retro styling.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.7 out of 5

The good

Stylish retro looks both inside and out
Sporty handling and zippy performance
Slick transmissions – both the manual and automatic

The not-so-good

The rear seat is so small it is almost unusable
Services are infrequent, but very expensive

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2008 Mini Cooper

Price

$7,500 to $23,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.6-litre four-cylinder, 88kW and 160NM

Transmission

Six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP

Servicing

Variable depending on use

Spare wheel

Tyre repair kit

Fuel economy

6.7-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

3698mm

Width

1684mm

Height

1407mm

Towing capacity

Unofficial: 500kg (unbraked), 1400kg (braked)

Turning circle

10.7m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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