Overview & Reviews
The big news for the 2005 Mini Cooper is the arrival of the convertible in both regular and S flavors. Stylish as ever, the drop-top Mini seats four and still has a trunk big enough for a few bags. Other changes include slightly revised front and rear fascias and some reworked option choices. The vanity mirrors are no longer illuminated, a universal remote transmitter is now available and a leather-wrapped steering wheel is now standard. The S version gains 5 horsepower and 7 pound-feet of torque, as well as an external temperature display. Both the five- and six-speed manual transmissions feature shorter gearing this year to improve acceleration. A six-speed automatic transmission will become available on the S versions later in the model year.
- Not enough horsepower in base model, questionable seat comfort, not much room for passengers and cargo, some low-grade interior materials.
User Reviews:
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A Boomers Car - 2005 Mini Cooper
By dogswood - May 23 - 1:06 amThis is the car for baby boomers over 6 feet tall. At 65", I can stretch out and enjoy the top down 12 months of the year (seat warmers). Mandatory to spend extra $300-$400 for wind deflector to keep wind off your back. Comfortable for long trips but no room behind tall drivers. Really a 3 seat car. Also, minimal trunk although back seats fold down. Glad I got S version, motor is enough to leave all but the very serious roadster behind. No serious complaint. However, orange odometer and trip computer very difficult to read in daylight. A great handling and fun to drive "hot rod"!!!
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Love after test drive - 2005 Mini Cooper
By LoveMINI - May 19 - 3:16 pmI spent extensive time researching MINI models and years, contacting dealerships, and ended up finding the perfect MINI from a private seller down the street. I spend an extensive amount of time driving due to work and a long-distance relationship, and have never been disappointed. I am a careful driver and take good care of my car, but made the mistake of using summer performance tires throughout the Wisconsin winter...still handled fabulously! There really is nothing this little car cant do; I read through thousands of reviews before purchasing, and while the dealership inconvenience and fairly high prices for repair remain true, I have had little to no problems otherwise
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MI MINI - 2005 Mini Cooper
By smoul - May 14 - 10:50 amMy wife and I bought the car on impulse this past weekend, as Im sure many others have. We already have an SUV, so we decided to go with something unique that is fun to drive and offers good performance and style. Only had it several days, but i did drive to the store at 10pm "to buy batteries".
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AMAZING - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Jeff - May 2 - 3:46 amMy Mini cost me about $21,000 with tax, title, ect. and I would have paid $50,000. This car has more value and performance than most would belive possible for its price range. It is easily comprable to more expenisive veichles and without question more stylish. A++ RECOMENDED FOR ALL!~
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Oh yeah, Baby! - 2005 Mini Cooper
By WindInMyHair - April 22 - 8:23 pmDriving shouldnt be this much fun. Corners are the best... on my test drive I was actually INSTRUCTED to floor it on tight turns and bumps and it performed great. Awesome gas mileage, one touch convertible top operation. Smooth ride even at high speeds. My only complaint is the cup holders....
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You should get this car.... - 2005 Mini Cooper
By jhocasio - April 21 - 7:13 amThis car has been fantastic. Especially when driving in German roads, the car can go up to 141 mph! The steering is simply superb. While driving in American roads, the vehicle responds phenomenally to the lack of driving that others do in the highways. Its gas mileage - in the highway you can get it up to 30+ miles to the gallon, however, in the city it struggles to keep past 24 mpg - not bad comparing against the big machines. Other great things about the vehicle - parking, dual sunroof is a must, storage is actually more than expected. The challenge - the other challenge is the sport suspension on American roads, our roads just do not support a race car suspension.
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The best small car in the U.S.! - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Mark Smith - April 20 - 7:03 pmThe MINI for me is the only car that truly excells in the categories of Style, Performance, Fun to drive, and practicality. Its great on fuel economy (29mpg avg. Cooper S manual), comes with three years of free maintenance (even covers brakes), has go kart performance, and is able to fit all of the people and cargo that I ever need. Theres nothing negative I can say about the vehicle. It does everything I ask it to do above and beyond the call of duty. Why would you consider any other small vehicle?
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Mini surpasses expectations - 2005 Mini Cooper
By SpikeZebra - April 5 - 8:10 amMy expectations were high, but even then they were surpassed. The comfort for driver and passenger are excellent considering the size of the car. There is a bumper to bumper warranty. The car handles like a sports car, which it really is. You dont feel like you are in a subcompact. Our gas mileage isnt what is rated because we are constantly pushing it which isnt the fault of the car (okay, I guess it is). And it is an eye-catcher: we often notice people looking at us when we drive by. It is fun driving a unique car that is also a high quality vehicle.
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Awesome Car - 2005 Mini Cooper
By Tykoon - March 20 - 12:10 pmTalk about an awesome car. Ive had it just over a month...& I absolutely love it. Fun to drive and look at. Its a real attention getter. Im not worried about the reliability it has a warranty and it is a bmw. More than that It is just the most wonderful car. Its my first new car and I love it.
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Love the MINI Cooper Convertible - 2005 Mini Cooper
By C Dodge - February 19 - 7:03 pmThe interior of the MINI Cooper convertible is much larger than it appears if you are outside the car. Leg room in the rear seats is limited (but thats not a problem for me). The car is very responsive and a lot of fun to drive. I have the basic model but I find that the horsepower is more than adequate for my driving. And I love the overall look of the car.
