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Model Line Overview

Model lineup:	Mini Cooper hardtop ($18,050); Cooper S hardtop ($21,200); Cooper convertible ($21,950); Cooper S convertible ($25,400)
Engines:	118-hp 1.6-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4; 172-hp 1.6-liter dohc 16-valve turbocharged inline-4; 115-hp 1.6-liter sohc 16-valve inline-4; 168-hp 1.6-liter sohc 16-valve supercharged inline-4
Transmissions:	6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic; 5-speed manual; CVT
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


Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP):	Mini Cooper S hardtop ($21,200)
Standard equipment:	air conditioning, power steering, electrically-assisted disc brakes, cruise control, trip computer, sports suspension; AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six speakers, RDS, and pre-wiring for satellite radio; power windows with auto-down; power locks; remote keyless entry with electronic signal transmitter in place of the ignition key: leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel; six-way adjustable driver's seat; split-folding rear seat; rear wiper and defogger; ASCT traction and stability control, performance exhaust system
Options as tested (MSRP):	Premium Package ($1,500) includes panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control, high-fidelity radio; Convenience Package ($1,500) includes rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, Bluetooth, multi-function sports steering wheel; bi-xenon headlights ($500); Park Distance Control ($500); leather upholstery ($1,500); chrome line interior ($250) and exterior ($250) kits; 17-inch Crown Spoke wheels ($750)
Destination charge:	($650)
Gas guzzler tax:	N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):	$28600
Layout:	front-wheel drive
Engine:	1.6-liter dohc 16-valve turbocharged inline-4
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	172 @ 5500
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	177 @ 1600-5000
Transmission:	6-speed manual
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	26/34 mpg
Wheelbase:	97.1 in.
Length/width/height:	146.2/66.3/55.4 in.
Track, f/r:	57.2/57.5 in.
Turning circle:	35.1 ft.
Seating capacity:	4
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.8/50.3/41.4 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:	N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r:	37.6/44.7/29.9 in.
Cargo volume:	24 cu. ft.
Payload:	N/A
Towing capacity:	N/A
Suspension, f:	independent MacPherson struts
Suspension, r:	center-arm axle
Ground clearance:	4.7 in.
Curb weight:	2668 lbs.
Tires:	205/45VR17
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist
Fuel capacity:	13.2 gal.