MINI Cooper S (06 on) - Review Review by Dan Harrison on 06 November 2006 Last Updated: 13 June 2011 Better to drive. More space. Less fuss. That's what makes this MINI Cooper S different from the one it replaces - even though it may look virtually the same. Most of the changes are under the skin and they help make it better than ever. There's a new turbocharged engine, updated interior and every body panel is different - though not so you'd notice. But the best bits have been kept, so it's fantastic to drive, fun and even sensible to own - it depreciates slowly and is cheap to service. This means it's a hot hatch that appeals to the head as well as the heart. The addition of the MINI SD in 2011 (Sports Diesel) to the Cooper range isn't about re-inventing the popular model, but more tweaking and adding another feather to the cap of one of the best-loved cars in the UK. 4.5 out of 5 Other MINI reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £18,180 - £27,095 View all new prices Used price range: £6,713 - £25,651 View all used prices See 4 new models for sale from £17,081 Get a MINI Cooper S (06 on) information pack Next steps MINI Cooper S cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 70 models like this for sale, starting at £6,950. Find used MINI Cooper Ss for sale Strong performance, retro styling, great fun to drive, funky interior Few bargains for the used buyer, air con wasn't standard on earlier models Better to drive. More space. Less fuss. That's what makes this MINI Cooper S different from the one it replaces - even though it may look virtually the same. Most of the changes are under the skin and they help make it better than ever. There's a new turbocharged engine, updated interior and every body panel is different - though not so you'd notice. But the best bits have been kept, so it's fantastic to drive, fun and even sensible to own - it depreciates slowly and is cheap to service. This means it's a hot hatch that appeals to the head as well as the heart. The addition of the MINI SD in 2011 (Sports Diesel) to the Cooper range isn't about re-inventing the popular model, but more tweaking and adding another feather to the cap of one of the best-loved cars in the UK. Driving & Performance Performance 4.5 out of 5"If it's the first time you've ever driven a Cooper S you'll find it's quick off the mark (0-62mph in..." Handling 4.5 out of 5"This MINI is as good as ever to drive and offers the kind of thrills usually on offer only to owners..." Comfort Comfort 3 out of 5"For the two up front, there's plenty of head and legroom and the MINI feels comfortable. It's..." Practicality 2.5 out of 5"There's no getting away from MINI's small boot - it's good for a couple of shopping bags only. But..." Equipment 3 out of 5"Every MINI Cooper S has 16-inch alloy wheels, 'Sport' button, stability control, honeycomb radiator..." Behind the wheel 4 out of 5"The retro-chic which has made the modern MINI so popular is slightly toned down. More is made,..." Costs Running costs 4.5 out of 5"The previous generation MINI (the one that ran from 2001-2006) is a used value star performer." Green credentials 3.5 out of 5"The Cooper S performs well on the eco front with a CO2 output of 149g/km of CO2 in manual hatchback..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4 out of 5"The MINI was awarded five stars by Euro NCAP for adult occupancy crash safety and the Cooper S comes..." Reliability 4 out of 5"When the previous MINI was launched in 2001, some of the early cars suffered from glitches; others..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"There are a vast number of ways in which you can make your MINI your own. Most aspects can be..." Buying used 3 out of 5"It's not easy to spot the changes between this and the old car. Most of them are subtle and not..." Selling 4 out of 5"MINI has long been the darling of the used car market: it’s the same if you’re selling privately or..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used MINI Cooper S (06 on) 1.6 (Chili Pack) 3d 4 out of 5 “ This is not a practical car, it's just too small in the back and the boot is tiny. The new turbo... ” Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more MINI Cooper S cars for sale We have 70 models like this for sale. Find MINI Cooper S cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used MINI Cooper S (06 on) 1.6 (Chili Pack) 3d 4 out of 5 “ This is not a practical car, it's just too small in the back and the boot is tiny. The new turbo... ”