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"S" engine is now a star
clutchplate, 05/24/2011
2011 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
It's hard to believe the Mini Cooper S is only rated at 181 horsepower, it feels like more. After driving the standard Cooper hardtop the difference was night and day... if you can't afford the S, don't drive one. I also have a Lotus Elise & have been driving both up the same canyon road to observe the differences. The Lotus corners quicker/flatter, but the Cooper launches you out of a corner with more low end (turbo) thrust. Its power is in the midrange and it flings you forward from around 3,000 RPM. What a blast. It leans a bit while cornering but stays neutral when you hit the gas so you don't need to enter a turn super fast to maintain speed. Great fun, great car.
Stay away
Mini-Mama, 05/15/2021
2011 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
make sure you have an extra car to drive because this one will be in the shop often. Purchased this car brand new off the showroom floor. Within weeks it was back at the shop. Tire leaking air, electrical issues, engine problems, etc. My wife loved the car but not all needed repairs were covered by warranty. This car is a money pit and gets worse as the time goes on. I can not put a dollar amount on the money and wasted hours on this car. At first I thought that the Mini mechanics were incompetent but after reading the other complaints, I have come to realize that this car is garbage. Save your time and money and go with a more reliable car like Toyota or Honda, you will sleep easier and your bank account will thank you.
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mini_ziggy, 06/28/2011
2011 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
14 of 24 people found this review helpful
My wife just traded her '11 Countryman for another '11 Cooper "S" -- she previously owned an '05 "S" and thought AWD was the way to go. She knew the minute we drove off the lot (w/Countryman) that she would be back for another hardtop--just no comparison. The '11 hardtop is great -- Mini has worked hard to refine the hardtop over the years and it shows. The quality of the car is outstanding whether you're talking about engine performance, handling, interior quietness...it's all better!
Real Lemon
1sadmini, 05/18/2013
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car for our daughter, wanted a car that war dependable and safe. Turned out to be a real Lemon. Spends more time in the shop. Can't fix anything unless you have a pix or video to show the problem. Was missing parts from the factory also. Problems still exist. BMW USA offered to replace the car because of all the problems, then changes their mind the next day when we were going to take their offer. Be very careful if you decide to purchase this car from Mini(BMW USA), they do not stand behind their product. Guess that is why there is the LEMON LAW. May have to go to court to get relief. Very disappointed with what was suppose to be a superior company and product.
Great Try
Sara, 10/17/2018
2011 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a car that faces the ground verses the sky. Great for people 5 foot and over because the airbag is a good distance from chest.
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