Overview & Reviews

All Mini Coopers add long-awaited auto up/down windows for 2008.

• Retro British style with modern BMW engineering, incredibly fun to drive, highly customizable, excellent fuel economy, free scheduled maintenance for three years.

User Reviews:

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  Sports car disguised as econo-car - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By rob_gendreau - September 6 - 12:00 pm

  The MINI has been described as a go-kart with functionality, and thats not far wrong. The car is a blast to drive, but works as a comfortable, affordable economic daily driver. The gas mileage is awesome: I get about 35 MPG in mixed freeway/surface driving. The standard Cooper has more than enough performance pizzazz to delight anyone who likes driving, and its even a decent autocrosser for those who are more ambitious. A great way to have fun and not go broke in the era of $4 gas.

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  45,000 and still going! - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By Sean Michael - June 3 - 1:13 am

  OMFG THIS THING IS A BLAST!!! From the very get go I fell in love with a car my wife had suggested when I thought of getting a bug... Im glad I went with the Mini. First of all I commute 184 Miles a day up and down from the mountains. Phx to Payson AZ of an elevation change of over 5000 ft. I needed something reliable and could handle the road and elements. This little car has sold me for LIFE! I love the Tech with the Sports handling. If youre thinking of buying your wasting precious time you could be driving. =)

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  Not quite sure how I feel - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By Not quite sure - March 7 - 9:56 pm

  I bought my MiniS because I wanted better gas mileage, but so far Ive had 3 flats and one shattered windshild from a stone on the fwy so it hasnt been all that economical. Also, the dealer added $3000 to the MSR b/c "they are so much in demand." Well, now theyre not in demand and I paid quite a bit more than I should have. Also, Im a little afraid to take it on long trips b/c I always seem to come back needing a new tire. Yeah, I do get lots of compliments like "Youre car looks like its smiling at you!" Or, "youve got a cutie!" Thats nice, but Im seriously thinking of trading it for a RAV 4-- more room, better tires, more comfortable on long trips.

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  Fun! - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By EC - February 8 - 4:13 am

  The Mini Cooper S was the last in a long line of cars we looked over. From Honda, Mercedes, Infiniti, GM, Toyota, Smart, we looked over and drove various models for 6 months before deciding. The Mini Cooper S was hands down the most fun to drive. The acceleration, handling, and manual / automatic transmission features were the most notable. The Mini makes the simplest driving trips more interesting and exhiliarating with the feel of the road evident in every drive. My wife and I both enjoy driving the car and look forward to taking a vacation during the summer to several destinations in the US.

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  Fun Car! - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By Laurie - February 3 - 5:56 am

  I was looking for a smaller car with better gas mileage than my SUV. I considered the Prius but didnt like the design or the high price tag. The Mini has it all - economical, fun, great gas mileage, excellent and unique styling! The car is a blast to drive and much roomier than it looks from the outside. Add the roof rack for additional storage and youre good to go!

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  MINI Cooper-The best in its class! - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By warren - March 28 - 8:40 am

  So far, my MINI is winner. As all other reviewers have commented on-- its a blast to drive! Test drove the other subcompacts and MINI stood out from the pack. Cornering and handling are outstanding with no body roll. Braking is very responsive and fuel economy is excellent averaging about 31mpg combined. Getting 44mpg+ on the Hwy with a light foot in 6th gear. Styling is one of a kind. Base Cooper still nicely equipped without a lot of added options. Interior fit and finish is impressive. Ride is a bit firm, but still in a fun kind of way, although this can get tiring on long drives I must admit. Watch the road dips as this car sits low to the ground.

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  More Fun than my 911s-Part II - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By TPAMiniGuy - April 3 - 2:20 pm

  After 12000 plus miles the car is flawless..it gets better than sticker gas mileage..onboard computer displays your MPG in realtime and average...great feature...not a single problem ..average 36.5-39.5 ..it will get over 40 MPG if you drive it easy on the highway at 70...Sports car ride more firmly than a luxury car..It is incrediblely stable and safe at "highway plus" speeds...also has fantastic brakes..Tons of leg room..We plan to add a 2009 S Convertible so our 2008(yellow) will have a playmate...as soon as she decides on the color....If youre a car guy youll love this car....If you not, youll still love this car!

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  A Total Blast! - 2008 Mini Cooper
  By Val - January 6 - 1:23 pm

  I was on my way to purchase the Acura RDX when the Mini Clubman caught my eye at the car show and I totally fell in love. I ended up getting the Mini Cooper since the Clubman wasnt out at the time and havent regretted my decision for even a minute. I love it!