mini cooper s for sale
mini cooper s for sale
mini cooper s for sale
mini cooper s for sale
The current Mini Cooper was redesigned for the 2007 model year. The goal was an evolutionary one, as befitting an icon. Though scarcely different looking, the Mini Cooper’s mechanicals were updated, most shortcomings were addressed and other changes were made to accommodate regulations that have changed since the last generation debuted.
The front end was reshaped to be more pedestrian-friendly in the event of a collision and the car is nearly 3 inches longer than its predecessor, but the width and height carry over. Its wheelbase is also unchanged, but despite similar appearances, no body panels are shared between these two generations. For now, this version is offered as a hatchback only. That new front end also provides more underhood space for two new, more fuel-efficient 1.6-liter four-cylinder engines.
The base version develops 118 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque, while the turbocharged, direct-injected engine in the Cooper S (which replaces last year’s supercharged engine) turns out 172 hp and 177 lb-ft of twist. Power is directed through six forward gears, with your choice of manual or automatic control.
mini cooper s for sale
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Inside, the interior adds a bit more function to the Mini’s already well-sculpted form. There’s an even larger central speedo pod that now houses the audio system controls, a tilt wheel that now telescopes and cupholders that really hold cups. Best of all, the cabin is more spacious and refined with upgraded materials, more comfortable seating and simpler-to-use controls. Although slightly larger, stronger, quicker and demonstrably improved over its predecessor for most drivers, there does appear to be a trade-off for hard-core enthusiasts: The new Mini Cooper seems to have lost something dynamically at the edge. It feels a small heavier and more buttoned-down when driven with gusto, perhaps a small less keen to be tossed into corners than the last-generation Cooper.
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