Used MINI Cooper S (2006 - 2016) Review Review by Simon McBride on 06 Nov 2006 Last Updated: 02 Sep 2014 4.5 The MINI Cooper S has an historic name stretching all the way back to the early days of the small car’s history. However, there is nothing old fashioned about the latest Cooper S, offering both petrol and diesel engines with strong performance. Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Road Tests (3) Gallery Strong performanceRetro stylingGreat fun to driveFunky interior Few bargains for the used buyerAir con wasn't standard on earlier models New price range: £16,900 - £40,885 Used price range: £1,543 - £17,881 View all used prices Summary Parkers Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Test drive with MINI or request a brochure The MINI Cooper S has an historic name stretching all the way back to the early days of the small car’s history. However, there is nothing old fashioned about the latest Cooper S, offering both petrol and diesel engines with strong performance.This is allied to economy and emissions that are bang up to date, while the interior of the MINI continues to offer a unique style that has helped make it a sales hit from the moment BMW first relaunched the MINI brand in 2001. Style and substance While some may mumble and grumble the new MINI is not anywhere nears as small and compact as the original car that inspired it, there’s no doubt the modern MINI is a hugely appealing machine in its own right.The styling pays its dues to the original but there are plenty of other flourishes that distinguish the current car from the crowd, especially when Fiat and Volkswagen both have their own retro models to tempt buyers away from the MINI. However, the Fiat 500 and Volkswagen Beetle cannot match the MINI for the way it drives, which is one element the new car keeps entirely intact from the original. With its squat, square stance, the MINI is great fun to drive and the Cooper S models back this up with the power and performance you’d expect of a car bearing this badge.Individual Since the first modern MINI rolled off the line in 2001, and following on with the second generation of BMW MINI in 2006, the company has offered a bewildering array of options and equipment to help make your car your own. There are three basic packs to choose from, comprising Salt, Chili and Pepper, that group together some essential and desirable options.Beyond that, however, there’s a plethora of accessories and options, from spotlights and alloy wheels all the way to different roof decals and interior finishes. All of this helps make the MINI tailor itself to the exact tastes of its first owner, but it also means used buyers need to be specific and careful to choose a car with a specification that matches their needs and wants. For the full MINI Cooper S review read on. Parkers Ratings Overall 4.5 out of 5 Performance 4.5 out of 5 Handling 4.5 out of 5 Comfort 3 out of 5 Practicality 2.5 out of 5 Behind the wheel 4 out of 5 Safety 4 out of 5 Reliability 4 out of 5 Running costs 4.5 out of 5 Green credentials 3.5 out of 5 Buying used 3 out of 5 Selling 4 out of 5 Equipment 3 out of 5 What owners say... “ Has enough space for luggage and weekly shopping especially when you drop down the back seats back rests. Perfect for two people. ” 5 out of 5 John Dyble , 01 Oct 2014 ... read more “ Size - nippy-zippy but also a car you can bumble around in. ” 2 out of 5 Matt Law , 05 Nov 2013 ... read more “ Nobody buys a Cooper S for practicality, it's a fun car, and the appeal is the driving experience. ” 5 out of 5 Anonymous , 28 Aug 2013 ... read more See all Owners' Reviews Read the full facts and figures about this car Compare this car to other cars Next steps Test drive with MINI or request a brochure View 440 used MINI Cooper S Hatchbacks for sale Get an Insurance QuoteRead 26 owners' reviews Tweet Other MINI reviews Continue to: Driving & Performance Best deals on MINI Cooper S Hatchbacks Used MINI Cooper S 1.6 Cooper S Clubman (Chili/Sport/Media Pack) (08/10 on) 5d Auto (2011/61) Price £7,499 Save £3,111 Wearside Autoparc Used MINI Cooper S 2.0 Cooper S D Roadster 2d (2014/63) Price £4,850 Save £1,815 QMB Trading Ltd Used MINI Cooper S 1.6 Cooper S Clubman (Chili/Sport/Media Pack) (08/10 on) 5d (2012/12) Price £7,000 Save £2,185 Praters Of Hollingdon LLP Used MINI Cooper S 2.0 D 3d (2011/61) Price £5,000 Save £1,450 Auto Smart
“ Has enough space for luggage and weekly shopping especially when you drop down the back seats back rests. Perfect for two people. ” 5 out of 5 John Dyble , 01 Oct 2014 ... read more
“ Size - nippy-zippy but also a car you can bumble around in. ” 2 out of 5 Matt Law , 05 Nov 2013 ... read more
“ Nobody buys a Cooper S for practicality, it's a fun car, and the appeal is the driving experience. ” 5 out of 5 Anonymous , 28 Aug 2013 ... read more
Used MINI Cooper S 1.6 Cooper S Clubman (Chili/Sport/Media Pack) (08/10 on) 5d Auto (2011/61) Price £7,499 Save £3,111 Wearside Autoparc
Used MINI Cooper S 1.6 Cooper S Clubman (Chili/Sport/Media Pack) (08/10 on) 5d (2012/12) Price £7,000 Save £2,185 Praters Of Hollingdon LLP