2009 MINI Cooper Consumer Reviews

Just buy one!

Written by: Torj on 10/25/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I have owned many cars, from two seater roadsters to luxury sedans and I have to say the Mini tops them all. Excellent build quality, reliable, great gas mileage and pure driving excitement. I traded in my two year old Mercedes Benz for the Mini and I haven't regretted it a bit! If you have been thinking about getting a Mini, do yourself a favor, test drive one and you will be sold.

Favorite Features

Performance, Go-cart handling

Suggested Improvements

The 17" rims with runflat tires can be a bit harsh at times,but hey, if you want the ride of a Cadillac then get a Cadillac!

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Never judge a car by it's appearance

Written by: Mac on 10/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I was dead set against my wife getting this car. Stupid me.. Gas milage is more than expected, handles great ( dangerously good) and very comfortable after you find your correct position. Having an armrest is a must for comfort. I've never seen my wife so happy to get up and go to work knowing she gets to drive her Mini everyday.

Favorite Features

1 - Armrest 2 - Ability to lower drivers seat 3 - Colored lighting 4 - Sunroof 5 - BMW engine new for 2009 vs Chrysler engine 6 - Handeling 7 - Mini people are friendly

Suggested Improvements

1 - Seatbelt always getting stuck behind seat 2 - Radio controls are terrible 3 - Move seatback adjustment to outside of seats, difficult to find and work where it is currently.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Never Thought I'd Own a Mini

Written by: Eric Dise on 10/21/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Wow, what a fun car! I've owned lots of cars through the years but I've never owned one that could bring such a big smile to my face! The Cooper S has all the features one could ask for in a street legal slalom car! It handles extremely well, is balanced in turns, accelerates when called upon, and is willing to squeeze through tight spots where no ordinary vehicle will venture! Combined mileage has been 31 MPG and that's good with me. I just wish the engine didn't just sip high octane! I'm 6'-2" and fit very comfortably in either front seat (although I prefer the driver's side). The controls are not intuitive but they can be learned. Storage is what you should expect from a sub-compact. Tiny

Favorite Features

Sport button, handling, exhaust note, manumatic shift feature, mood lighting, and bolstered seats up front.

Suggested Improvements

The door handles are too plastic and thus squeek and creek. Stock radio is inferior. I should have known better and upgraded.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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It's not a car, It's a MINI

Written by: IT'S A MINI on 09/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I started doing research and I drove the new VW CC, the Nissan Maxima and the Mercedes C300. But I wanted something different, something fun to drive, small, sportier, and unique. My solution: MINI COOPER S Dark Silver, Premium and Sport Package. I drove both the base MINI and the S and they are both fine but you can really tell the difference the turbo and the extra HP makes on the S, besides the few differences on the exterior which I find really cool. The MSRP is ar

Favorite Features

Panoramic Sunroof, Exterior Design, Go - Cart Handling.

Suggested Improvements

Radio is not what you would expect compared to so many other great features. Some functions are hard to get use to..

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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What a blast !

Written by: brett on 09/18/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

As everyone else says, this car is extremely fun to drive. The "go kart" term gets used a lot but it's absolutely true. I traded in a Mercedes E350 that was nothing but trouble and have not regretted it once. The MINI is everything I hoped for and more. You just cant help but have a fun driving experience when you are in this car.

Favorite Features

Performance: I can take corners the way I never could before. I can also fit in parking spaces that I never could before.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders are in the way of the window switches. Interior quality is a little cheap in places but overall the car is a great value for the money.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Happy Camper

Written by: Joe on 09/15/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)

Review

The salesman told me it handles like a go cart. I concur. He didn't tell me to expect better gas mileage than advertised. I get 30 mpg around town and over 40 mpg on the highway. Amazing. Very happy with this two seater, the back seat is a joke which I was prepared for before I decided on this great car.

Favorite Features

Love the blue tooth for my cell phone, always use the sport button for a little more pep. Very happy with the base engine using regular gasoline. Love the great gas mileage. Excellent ac.

Suggested Improvements

not much

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Hot Hatch

Written by: milindsport on 09/10/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Where do I start? This car so far has been such a pleasure to own and drive...and this is coming from a previous sport sedan owner. The "WOW" factor is definitely there...with impressive engine performance, great fuel econ and excellent driving dynamics. Apart from the performance factor, the design though polarizing to some is undeniably unique and the brand itself has a loyal and dedicated following with a large number of auto enthusiasts in the group. Finally the option to be able to customize this car to your exact specifications can be expensive yet a lot of fun. I have the "S" version which is a must for the performance oriented drive. Try the MINI....you will never stop smiling.

Favorite Features

Performance, handling and iconic brand status.

Suggested Improvements

Quirky radio controls, small backseat, run-flat tires.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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The most fun car I've ever driven

Written by: CityDriver on 09/09/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I wanted a combination of excellent performance with great gas mileage for under $25,000. This car is by for the MOST FUN car I've ever driven, and I have had my share of fun cars. The power and handling are very comparable to a BMW. The interior space is deceivingly spacious and although the rear seats are small, the back seats do not deserve the "overly cramped" reputation that they have earned, but you're not buying the car for the back seats. The turbo is more than adequate considering the car gets 34 mpg on the highway. There are a few negative aspects- the controls are not easy to use (radio, heating/cooling system) and the speedometer is in the center of the dash which is awkward.

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4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Fun on Wheels

Written by: Hallockg on 08/22/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)

Review

I have had my Mini Cooper Hardtop for about a month now, and I honestly have to say without question it's THE most fun c.ar I've ever had (and I have owned a Firebird and a Camaro). I learned early that I have to be careful....once I was driving down a 35 mph street, and was shocked when I realized I was actually doing 89 mph!! Fuel economy is remarkable, and its extrior looks turns heads on the road.

Favorite Features

As Edmund's says, it truly is a "go-kart on steroids".

Suggested Improvements

The automatic transmission is not the smoothest when shifting.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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It is a blast!

Written by: Joe G. on 08/21/2009

Vehicle

2009 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

I never thought that I would be impulsive and simply buy it because I had driven one during a trip to Europe. I have a Porsche Carrera 4 in my garage, and I find myself picking-up the keys to my mini more often than not. It drives like a dream: It hugs the road like the best, it is roomier than the expensive german brother, and it gives me 35 miles per gallon on the freeway. People complain about a small trunk space: They should buy an SUV. I play golf often and my clubs fit in the back with the rear sits down. If you want fun, reliable transportation, and great gas mileage: Buy a Mini-cooper S. If you don't like it, no problem you'll be able to seel it for almost as much as you paid.

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6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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