Overview & Reviews

For 2009, the Mini Cooper Convertible is completely redesigned, joining the same all-new platform as the hatchback and Clubman. The latest high-performance John Cooper Works model also debuts, sporting a friskier turbocharged engine, upgraded brakes and exclusive styling cues inside and out. The only other significant change this year is standard stability control for all Cooper variants.

• Stellar fuel economy, sharp handling, excellent all-around performance in S and John Cooper Works trims, endearing retro styling.

• Fussy controls, puny backseat, poor outward visibility in convertible, stiff and noisy ride.

User Reviews:

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  Never Thought Id Own a Mini - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By Eric Dise - October 10 - 4:16 am

  Wow, what a fun car! Ive owned lots of cars through the years but Ive 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 thats good with me. I just wish the engine didnt just sip high octane! Im 6-2" and fit very comfortably in either front seat (although I prefer the drivers side). The controls are not intuitive but they can be learned. Storage is what you should expect from a sub-compact. Tiny

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  Fun in car form. - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By sgsuperman105 - August 9 - 8:46 am

  This is one of the best cars I have driven. The last car I drove constantly was a Jaguar X-Type Sport and I would still pick the MINI over the Jag. Great classic look and a really fun interior. Handles like a go kart. I do wish that I could have a little more power. I also wish I had bought a sunroof.

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  BMW feel all around Quality - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By Chris - June 1 - 10:50 pm

  If you want a high-end car for a fraction of the price this car is for you. My 09 Cooper is loaded. The car handles better than a go Kart. Its a true sports car with a touch of class. The S makes it move quick and the manual trans. gives you the controll you beg for. You cant go wrong with these vehicles. This is my Second Mini and I just cant get over the QUALITY that is put into these vehicles. They say the S does 138 @ top speed. Ive come closs on a couple of occations and the car handled perfect.

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  Mini, a great surprise - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By AD MCMLX - May 22 - 4:16 am

  I actually own a Cooper Clubman S which I transitioned to via MB C class Kompressor and BMW Z4. I had no high hopes for this car outside of that was built by BMW. 4 months later and 4k miles on it I absolutely adore this car. Granted this car is the most expensive and overpriced little car on the market but when you get a good deal you appreciate it that much more. This truly is a drivers car especially in SPORTs mode. LA to Vegas (300 mi) with barely over a half a tank (37.6 mpg) 75 mph @3k rpm. 476-500 miles to empty w/ some city driving. Cruises uphill Mount St Jacinto with 3 people in 4th gear to 8000 feet with ease. Rancho Mirage- Idyllwilde-Los Angeles 39.7 mpg.(140 mi)

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  Extra fun to drive, marvelous ..... - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By Dan - January 19 - 8:50 pm

  The editor is wrong, I drive my Mini aggressively and no matter what I do, in the city my gas mileage is 30gpm no other cat in this price range come even close to fun to drive and performances of Mini, Thank you BMW!!!!!

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  Over The Top Performance - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By bbracr - February 17 - 9:26 pm

  Economical, well crafted, and hot to trot. The "S" turbo has all the performance & handling you could possibly want while delivering great fuel economy/ The car steps up to anything you want it to do from shopping to open road racing to kana cross and is fantastic for daily use. Interior actually gives me more room that my other car, Corvette, and driving position and flexibility is great for both my wife and myself. The car is an absolute blast and with a few performance enhancements could be a road warrior.

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  MY SECOND MINI S IN 4 YEARS! - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By RAM - October 27 - 6:43 pm

  this car is A+++ in my books my second Mini S in 5yesrs this one is out of this world... A pleasnt experience

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  Great Car - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By Will - May 2 - 4:30 pm

  I absolutely love this car. I got it loaded and it has all the amenities of a luxury automobile along with the sportiness. I was shocked and sold when I sat in one and it was extremely comfortable and roomy. Get a convertible or a sunroof because they operate great. It gets great gas mileage and all maintenance and the entire car (Including paint and body) is guaranteed for five years. I dont have to change the oil or nothing. All i have to do is put gas in it and that isnt very often. What a wonderful car!

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  Love it! Lots of fun and looks - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By Mini09 - TC MI - January 2 - 9:06 am

  I got my Mini with Cash for Clunkers deal. Great value for the money. I have the extended warrantee and the fuel pump had to be replaced at 5000 miles. :( I wasnt happy but the service was good and everything else has been great. Love the pepper white with black top and bonnet stripes--SHARP. Handles great, very fast, mileage good, excellent for running around town for errands, taxiing kids etc.

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  Great Car - 2009 Mini Cooper
  By JMS - October 1 - 11:43 pm

  Im hooked. Even my daughter that wanted me to get a Saturn Sky is glad to have this car. It is true what people say, it really does handle like a go-cart. Super responsive and I just hit 1200 miles with a life to date MPG of 35.9. Power and handling are the most obvious features of this car. I will own a MINI from now on.