Overview & Reviews
For 2006, the Mini Cooper can be equipped with a new Checkmate package, which includes special wheels, stability control, unique trim and graphics, HID headlamps and foglamps. The John Cooper Works package, formerly a dealer-installed option, can now be fitted at the factory.
- 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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Tire Troubles - 2006 Mini Cooper
By 2003 Mini - September 24 - 3:30 pmLove this car, but the tires are difficult on it. You have to check the air pressure weekly since they are runflats and to replace them its around $200 per tire. Also, you cant get the tires replaced just anywhere. You must go to a certified foregin car dealer that uses a special machine to change run flats. This is the only downfall of this car so far, but its a biggie since changing all four tires can cost around $1,000 dollars.
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Great Car for the Money - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Kevin - August 30 - 8:26 pmIve driven my MINI 3,200 miles so far. Although there are some bad reviews about the reliability of Minis, I havent experienced any problems with mine. I drove many cars including Porsche and Lotus before Mini, and I have to say Mini tops the chart in most fun to drive category. My appreciation for the cars design in and out grows every time I look at it. Finally, its resale value is amazing. I dont think there are people who buy a cars and sell them for higher prices than Mini owners, true story.
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Awesome Car! - 2006 Mini Cooper
By ohblackwater - August 4 - 5:00 amThe MINI Cooper is an awesome car. I have driven 8,500 miles in mine and I have averaged 32.2 mpg with mostly in town driving. The power is good especially between 50 and 80 mph (I know that surprised me as well). The fit and finish are perfect. Im very picky and Ive owned this car for 6 months. I have yet to find a SINGLE defect in the car. I got the Premium and Sport packages. I will absolutely buy another MINI product. Theyre phenomenal quality and "Oh My GOD" fun to drive! This car is a go cart!
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Finally got one - 2006 Mini Cooper
By MiniAndMe - August 3 - 11:43 amI finally got my Mini Coopeer S. I had to go 1,500 miles to get it. The drive home was the most fun I have had in a while, breaking it in and getting to know it in one fell swoop. The passing is tremendous. The HK stereo is just about perfectly powered and balanced. The combo sun/moofroof is great for cruising, although the roofracks seem to whistle and deflect bugs to the sunroof. This is easy to fix though, they come off and cap in about 10 minutes. Im 62", and still have to move the seat up about 3 clicks from the back, but I pity the people in the back seat behind me. My wife loves it so much I think Ill get her a non-S to keep her out of mine! Drive one, youll love it.
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My Mini Cooper S - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Londoner@aol.com - June 23 - 6:50 pmMy 2006 Mini Cooper S is fun, fast, and It gets admired constantly. Its zippy and has an amazing amount of room in it for storage.
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Zippy but chilly - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Sutton86 - May 9 - 6:16 pmCute, fun car to drive. Youll get lots of compliments! Good power and cornering. Great gas mileage. Visibility is poor when top is up; average when top is down. Roll bars stick up and ruin the line of the car. The Miata is superior for design and visibility. In fact, I miss my old Miata but needed more space.
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So Much Fun! - 2006 Mini Cooper
By jfied - April 6 - 10:20 amI bought my Cooper Hatchback used with 13.4k miles, and I absolutely love it. Yes, its a little on the loud side, and rough roads make for a bumpy ride. But this is absolutely "the most fun" car I have ever driven! It absolutely hugs the road - I love putting the sunroof down (and the seat heaters on if its chilly) on a sunny day, especially if I have the luxury of a drive across the back roads. However, I live in an urban area, and most of my driving is a rush-hour commute. I still wouldnt change the car. I get about 27 MPG in town (bumper-to-bumper) and 33 MPG on the highway.
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Driving While Smiling - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Jim W. - March 27 - 2:36 amIve been driving my MINI S 6-speed since August, and always buckle up smiling... something I cant say about my previous car - the 03 Jetta 5-speed from VW (a great car itself). This car has very sporty handling, great styling inside and out, and an engine which I would rather listen to than any radio or music! I love the bright red and chrome accents inside. You just never forget that you are driving a special car. I dont race about, but any time a curve comes along I cant help but raise the revs and enjoy the thrill of this cars cornering. The fit and reliability so far have been excellent - some features like the toggles may seem quirky but thats the British touch!
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My MINI Soulmate - A Total Joy ! - 2006 Mini Cooper
By AliMia/MINI-Neemo - January 29 - 9:20 pmI never thought that it was possible to love a car so much!! I Truly feel as as if it were my kindred spirit! I custom built this MINI Cooper-S Convertible on the MINI USA Website at least seven months before I bought it. I test drove four other convertibles, but they just didnt capture the spirit of who I am. Even though my test drive MINI wasnt a convertible, I loved the tight response the steering wheel delivered and was totally surprised by the room inside. Yes, its actually very spacious and accomodates all kinds of "personal junk" inside and out of sight from curious lookers. If youre a kid at heart - this is the car for you. Its a go-kart with soul. Plus it has super safety features and great power! It is exclusive and unique!
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I Love My New Mini - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Anabela - November 20 - 12:16 pmI just purchased my first Mini after wanting one for the last three years. It is so much fun to drive and is truly the kind of car I dont mind making payments on every month. It handles very well, has great personality and fits into any parking spot out there.
