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April 3, 2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mini_cooper-hardtop_2007

  Eric Peters
EditorEric Peters

 

 

The second-generation MINI debuts this year featuring new engines for both the base and high-performance S versions, as well as subtle but significant changes to exterior and interior cosmetics (including an even larger speedometer than previously). The standard engine for 2007 is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder delivering 120 horsepower, enough to get the new MINI to 60 mph in just over 9 seconds. The S version gets a turbocharged version of the 1.6-liter engine developing 175 horsepower, sufficient for 0-60 sprints of about 7 seconds flat. This comes with highway fuel economy potential of 40.9 mpg, according to BMW (which builds the MINI). In addition, a 95-horsepower 1.4-liter engine will become available later in the model year, with the possible availability of a turbodiesel option on top of that. The latter should be able to push the already frugal MINI’s mileage potential close to 50 mpg on the highway. Base and turbo S engines are offered with either a standard six-speed manual or an optional six-speed automatic transmission. All models get a new electric-assist power steering system and six airbags. Twelve color schemes are available, eight of them featuring metallic hues.

 

2007 MINI Cooper S

 

    The second-generation MINI debuts this year featuring new engines for both the base and high-performance S versions, as well as subtle but significant changes to exterior and interior cosmetics (including an even larger speedometer than previously). The standard engine for 2007 is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder delivering 120 horsepower, enough to get the new MINI to 60 mph in just over 9 seconds. The S version gets a turbocharged version of the 1.6-liter engine developing 175 horsepower, sufficient for 0-60 sprints of about 7 seconds flat. This comes with highway fuel economy potential of 40.9 mpg, according to BMW (which builds the MINI). In addition, a 95-horsepower 1.4-liter engine will become available later in the model year, with the possible availability of a turbodiesel option on top of that. The latter should be able to push the already frugal MINI’s mileage potential close to 50 mpg on the highway. Base and turbo S engines are offered with either a standard six-speed manual or an optional six-speed automatic transmission. All models get a new electric-assist power steering system and six airbags. Twelve color schemes are available, eight of them featuring metallic hues.   2007 MINI Cooper S   The second-generation MINI debuts this year featuring new engines for both the base and high-performance S versions, as well as subtle but significant changes to exterior and interior cosmetics (including an even larger speedometer than previously). The standard engine for 2007 is a ...