Overview & Reviews

BMW subsidiary, Mini, resurrects an unforgettable old favorite with the release of the 2002 Mini Cooper. Available with either a 115-horsepower four-cylinder or a supercharged version of that engine worthy of 163 hp, the pint-sized but glamorous three-door hatchback features BMW-engineered suspension and steering and a base MSRP under 17 grand. Whether you're a 40-something hoping to relive earlier days, an autocross enthusiast or just the mild-mannered next-door neighbor, we expect that you'll run to the nearest BMW dealership in search of this coveted bundle of joy.

• Questionable interior ergonomics, limited first-year supply.

User Reviews:

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  A very poorly made auto - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By porsche7876 - May 24 - 10:00 am

  I typically buy two to three new cars a a year. My favorite remains Porsche, however, I tried a MINI for a month to see what it would do. What a disappointment. The standard MINI shifter was terrible. So, I got the S which was only marginally better. Poor acceleration for what they claim to be a fun to drive car. Much like a Honda Civic more than anything else. Moving on.

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  Room for improvement - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By mchappyq - July 24 - 10:00 am

  I have had my Mini for almost three months and keep wondering what is wrong. It just does not seem that fun to me. Many people talk about how fun to drive it is, but I think it reminds me more of my old Daewoo than a nice BMW. Where is the acceleration? I cannot find any low end power. The dealer keeps telling me do not expect a ride like a BMW but something more like a Mazda. I did not find that very comforting.

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  My MINI has been my MAJOR headache - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By frankiej - December 23 - 10:00 am

  Bought my MINI a few weeks ago because of all the excitement. Thought it might even let me do well with the ladies. Well, after the exhaust literally fell off my car the first wek I knew I was in for a problem. The car drifts to the right constantly. The engine makes a funny sound. Blah.

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  A very mediocre car in todays age - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By asd4652000 - June 4 - 10:00 am

  Not sure what the fuss was about. Went and bought me a Mini two months ago and have had nothing but headaches. The engine has stalled twice on the highway, luckily I was able to coast into the service lane. The dealership is not able to replicate the problem so they say they cannot fix it. Nightmare 101!

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  I finally figured out my MINI problem - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By faminest - March 5 - 10:00 am

  It took me a few months to figure this out, but I finally discovered what the problem is. I thought I would be getting a lot of envious looks with my MINI. Unfortuantely, as time has passed, I have discovered people are looking at my MINI, not becuase they want one, but because they think it looks weird. It is a similar effect as when I bought a PT Cruiser. In retrospect, these cars are very similar.

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  What a Major Mistake - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By majormistake - January 27 - 10:00 am

  Within two weeks of buying a MINI, the engine just does not perform as it should. This car has been a Major Mistake. I should have just bought a 1994 Geo Metro. Would have looked about the same and been just as unreliable.

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  Anybody want to buy a used MINI! - 2002 Mini Cooper
  By suellen2 - January 27 - 10:00 am

  "Blah". That is my only opinion of this "car". You might as well buy a moped. At least you would then feel safe. I feel like I am driving a cheap Korean car in this MINI. Hey, at least I can sell it to some other unsusoecting college student. BMW should be ashamed of themselves.