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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  More fun than a barrel full of monkeys! - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By Paulo - September 28 - 5:43 am

  The MINI Cooper S is truly a great car. Some much fun to drive. Im pretty tall- 61" and Im still very comfortable in the car. The leg room in the back seats isnt that great, but you can take people in relative comfort. One thing that I love is the sound it makes. I cant get over it- you just want to drive faster and faster!!! If you dont understand why this car is so great, just test drive one and youll understand. By the way, the MINI staff at Morristown MINI of NJ are great and you can tell they love what they sell.

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  More fun than... - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By ROGER - September 26 - 4:06 am

  This is the most fun Ive had driving since my 70 Pontiac Trans-am. My Mini has several after-market additions and is an absolute delight. You just want to get in and drive. And WOW, what a ride it is. Im a big guy and was put off by the size till I climbed in and drove the car. Its roomy, comfortable and offers excellent driver visibility. Mine has dual moon roofs and tinted glass all the way around--highly recommend that trick. The roadability is superb. Get the S- model with a 6-speed Getrag and youre in for a real thrill. This car wants to go 70 mph so youll want to watch the foot because 70 in this car is like 50 in another car. Go for it!!!

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  My Lil Mini Cooper "S" - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By Angie Zemzicki - September 7 - 3:06 am

  This is the car for adventurous folks. Not a family (not enough space for passengers in back seat). Great gas mileage, especially with todays prices at the pump. Handles like a fancy high priced sports car.

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  I like it - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By Cool Blue - July 14 - 4:46 am

  This car has replaced my motorcycle as my fun vehicle. While its small, at least I can take my wife and kids with me for a ride now. The retro/modern styling makes the car truly unique and the superchargers whine combined with the deep exhaust note are heavenly on your ears. Lots of customization options from the dealer and third parties.

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  High Quality Small Car - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By jazz251 - June 11 - 9:06 am

  After years of looking at this car I finally got my wife to test drive it. Now I can not get her out of it! We bought a 2005 model that was sitting on the lot. It had only 10,000 miles and had most options. It is a base engine but the HP seems more than adequate for the traffic bound DC / N. VA area. Plus the gas mileage is great. For a small car it is very quiet. It is well built and fun to drive. I plan to keep this a long time and plan to pass it on to my son in about 5-6 years.

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  This Car Is Sooo Me! - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By Malu - April 25 - 3:33 pm

  I love this car. I will own it forever! Even if I wanted to buy another car I am keeping this one until my hair turns grey! Love driving it. It always makes me and other people smile! I do hate the way the plastic on the interior scratches so easily but other than that I dont have any complaints, unless you count having to drive two cars to go shopping! Motor on dude!

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  greaaat fun - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By blk - April 13 - 5:33 am

  Fun car to drive-- cant wait to go drive----larger than you think--faster than most people think with larger engine--gets better the more you drive-- easier to get in and out of than a Z4 or similar sports cars. Most fun I have ever had driving a car.

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  Very nice minis - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By Shane - April 6 - 4:13 am

  I love minis, an absolute fan is what i am but this mini topps the chart!!!!

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  First of MINI - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By Gretta0326 - April 1 - 8:30 am

  This is one of the most fun cars I have ever driven. I went with the automatic but really wish I had gone with the manual S version. It handles fabulously and is a must-have if you have to park in the city.

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  Cute Car, Expensive up keep - 2005 Mini Cooper
  By redthirteen - February 15 - 2:00 am

  I love the look of the Mini. I love driving the mini it actually makes driving in traffic fun. But once you have to fix something on your mini, it can be very expensive. Once your car is out of warranty, Mini USA refuses to take any responsibility for their cars. They will not fix even a manufacturers defect, and cover themselves by saying it is out of the 3 year warranty. They are cute cars but are not made to last.