MINI Cooper S Reviews

All the latest information on MINI's Cooper S range. Read expert and owner MINI Cooper S reviews, including full performance figures, running costs, practicality, safety and handling statistics and options data. Browse the photo gallery and get accurate pricing for any MINI Cooper S.

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Older reviews

2006 - 2016

MINI Cooper S (2006 - 2016) Review
Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5

Used price: £869 - £12,570
PROS

Strong performance

Retro styling

Great fun to drive

Funky interior

CONS

Few bargains for the used buyer

Air con wasn't standard on earlier models
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2002 - 2006

MINI Cooper S (2002 - 2006) Review

Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5

Used price: £877 - £3,183

PROS

Has the power to match the handling.

CONS

Looks too cute for some people.

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