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2007 MINI Cooper Review
All new, but character left intact.
2007 Cooper Review Summary & Specifications
The Mini Cooper has offered since its introduction as a 2002 model a satisfying combination of peppy performance, a distinctive bulldog appearance, and custom ordering of a variety of trim and color options in advance of production at a very reasonable price. Though significantly re-engineered to meet BMW and environmental standards, the new models haven't changed this success formula, but simply improved on it.MC2 editor Gary Anderson filed this report to NewCarTestDrive.com from Amsterdam, with Barry Brazier in Barcelona.
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| Vehicle Category | Compact Cars |
| Editor | Gary Anderson and Barry Brazier |
| Model Lineup | Mini Cooper ($18,050); Mini Cooper S ($21,850) |
| Engines (standard) | 1.6-liter sohc turbocharged transverse four-cylinder engine |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed manual |
| Engines (optional) | 120-hp 1.6-liter inline-4; 175-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-4 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | front airbags, side-impact airbags, curtain airbags; electronic stability control, ABS, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Brake Assist |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | Dynamic Stability Control with Hill Assist, Automatic Stability Control plus traction control, run-flat tires |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Oxford, England |
| Manufacturer Phone | |
| Manufacturer URL | www.miniusa.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 18050 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Mini Cooper S ($18,050) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning, power steering, electrically-assisted disc brakes, power windows, power locks, remote keyless entry, cruise control, trip computer, floor shift, sports suspension |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Metallic paint ($450) Exterior and interior chrome ($450), Sport Package ($1,400) with 17-inch wheels, Xenon headlights, and black bonnet stripes; Premium Package ($1,400) multi-function sport steering wheel with leather trim, electric sun roof, and automatic climate control; Convenience Package ($1,400) with universal garage door opener, keyless ignition, auto-dimming rearview mirror, center arm rest, rain sensor and auto headlights; cloth/leather seats ($1,000) and piano black trim ($200) |
| Destination Charge | 650 |
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| Layout | front-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 28800 |
| Horse Power | 175 @ 5500 |
| Torque | 177 @ 1700-5000 |
| Fuel Economy | 26/41 |
| Wheelbase | 97 |
| Length/Width/Height | 144.5/66.3/55.4 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 35.1 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.8/50.3/41.3 |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.6/44.7/33 |
| Trunk Volume | 24 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 1653 |
| Front Suspension | independent MacPherson struts |
| Rear Suspension | independent trailing link |
| Ground Clearance | 4.7 |
| Curb Weight | 2646 |
| Stock Tires | 205/45VR17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 |
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