MINI 2002 Cooper S

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    With options over priced, keep to a minimum then good value especially with such strong residuals

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Hard to comment as it's a company car, but put it this way I'm glad I've got a warranty!

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Fabulous steering, handling and body control; hard to fault.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Mine's modified to 195 bhp and goes like stink, standard is good without being breathtaking.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Niggly faults, climate control, electrics - nothing major just annoying

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still looks fresh and different although choice of colour, graphics can be critical - some look like tart's handbag if you're not careful

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    It's OK and have found no real problems and I'm tall. Not recommended for back seat passengers though.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Tracker is recommended. Can be nicked without too much trouble I understand.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Highly variable, best to shop around. Some really have a very bad attitude

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Electrical niggles, climate control not reliable.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes