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2009 Mini Cooper S
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Fast Facts
Fuel Economy
Crash Test Scores
Base Price: $19,200
Price as Tested: $33,050
Why We Drove It: The Mini Cooper ranked highest among compact cars in our 2008 Automotive Performance Execution and Layout (APEAL) study. The Cooper is also one of the most fuel efficient vehicles on the road.
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the 2008 Mini Cooper, the people that actually own and drive one told us:
“[Great] fuel economy while still being fun to drive.”
“[High] cute factor.”
“The driving dynamics convey the right amount of fun, feel, and safety.”
“I am in love with my Mini.”
“More cup holders, please!”
“The trunk space and rear seat space is lacking, but I don’t expect too much space from such a small car.”
“Front doors are very heavy.”
“The [Mini’s] interior is just the way I like [it]. Quirky, Quality, Quiet.”
“I love the coolness and the look [of the] panoramic sunroof.”
“[Tight] rear seat access.”
“I like the smooth handling of the vehicle, even in inclement weather.”
“I’m very pleased with the fuel mileage.”
“Some [of the interior] controls [are] confusing.”
Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Mini Cooper:
1.Handing and stability on curves and winding roads
2.Look and feel of the steering wheel
3.Responsiveness and effort of steering system
Top 3 Owner-reported Problems With the Mini Cooper:
1.Front doors are hard to open and close
2.Hatch/tailgate is hard to open and close
3.Windshield wiper controls are difficult to use and in a poor location
“[Great] fuel economy while still being fun to drive.”
“[High] cute factor.”
“The driving dynamics convey the right amount of fun, feel, and safety.”
“I am in love with my Mini.”
“More cup holders, please!”
“The trunk space and rear seat space is lacking, but I don’t expect too much space from such a small car.”
“Front doors are very heavy.”
“The [Mini’s] interior is just the way I like [it]. Quirky, Quality, Quiet.”
“I love the coolness and the look [of the] panoramic sunroof.”
“[Tight] rear seat access.”
“I like the smooth handling of the vehicle, even in inclement weather.”
“I’m very pleased with the fuel mileage.”
“Some [of the interior] controls [are] confusing.”
Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Mini Cooper:
1.Handing and stability on curves and winding roads
2.Look and feel of the steering wheel
3.Responsiveness and effort of steering system
Top 3 Owner-reported Problems With the Mini Cooper:
1.Front doors are hard to open and close
2.Hatch/tailgate is hard to open and close
3.Windshield wiper controls are difficult to use and in a poor location
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I used to love my mini...but now I wouldnt recomend one to anyone...peice of junk...
-- Posted by Zo on 11/17/2009 3:23:00 PM
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