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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A Blast from the Past - 2006 Mini Cooper
By hsnsocal - December 16 - 9:23 pmWhat a blast this car is! I live in Sunny San Diego and could not be happier with my new Mini Cooper S Convertible. I test drove the convertible Volkswagen Beetle and the Mazda MX-5 before making my decision and still think the Mini is a great buy. The suspension is stiff and responsive. It is a small car that makes it fun and easy to find parking spaces. It does have some blind spots, but with time you learn how to adjust to this and the sensors help when backing up. I took mine on an eight hour road trip and the car was very comfortable. I was able to fit a large suite case in the back with the seats down. Go test drive one if you are thinking about buying one, you will have blast.
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Small Wonder - 2006 Mini Cooper
By MiniGirl - December 12 - 2:46 pmI love my 2006 Mini Cooper S. It is a blast to drive and handles great. I feel like Im a kid driving a go-cart. Im 6 tall, yet I have more head room than I did in the SUV I used to own. I would highly recommend this car to anyone looking for something sporty, fun, and reasonably priced. The Cooper S has MUCH more power than the Cooper. It is worth the extra money. The Harmon-Kardon stereo is also worth the extra money. It sounds fantastic!
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Mini Cooper S Couldnt Be Better - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Muschki - September 25 - 12:26 pmI have wanted a Mini Cooper since the day they first came out. Im glad I waited though because they have only gotten better. I really have fun driving my Mini Maus and the GPS system really rocks!
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So far, so good - 2006 Mini Cooper
By fedssocr - June 21 - 4:36 pmI bought my MINI Cooper in March 2006. I placed the order in January but had to wait a couple of months to get my car. I dont drive very much so I only have about 3,500 miles on it so far. At first, the gas mileage seemed low, but now that everything is broken in its great. I average over 40 mpg on the highway and about 30 or so combined city/hwy. I am also fairly small so I am quite comfortable. The handling is great. Even though its "only" a base Cooper I still have plenty of passing power and zip when I need it. Its really a great little car. This car is easy to drive, easy to park.
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Cooper S Report Card - 2006 Mini Cooper
By T.C. - June 2 - 12:23 amThis is one of the most fun cars Ive ever driven...BUT it rides like my Grandfathers 1958 pickup, theres no give and you feel every bump in the road which causes bent/broken struts and or the brackets. It has seating for four with the LATCH system but its really a 2 seater. When a carseat is installed theres no room for it to be occupied unless the person in the front seat is 4 feet tall with their seat all the way forward. Being small doesnt mean saving money at the pump due to using premium gas. The limited number of dealerships creates problems for the consumer both buying/selling and getting repairs/maintanence done. When theres only one dealership in the state its very detramental for everyone.
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Excellent - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Laura Rennick - May 10 - 4:06 pmThe Mini is an excellent car, it handles great especially on curves. I have only had it for about two months now and have absolutely fallen in love with it. The interior design is wonderful, everything is very accessible and the inside is surprisingly roomy. It rides very smoothly and will get up and go, you have to be careful because your speed will get away from you. I highly recommend this car.
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Fun, Fun, Fun - 2006 Mini Cooper
By maria - April 14 - 8:43 pmI love my car. I have the Cooper Convertible and it is a lot of fun to drive...on the street or on the highway. It has a lot of spunk and get up and go, plus I LOVE the color - Purple Haze. I never drive unnoticed. My students think it is an awesome car and always want to go for rides. Of course they want to take a ride by themselves. My 25 year-old son at first thought it was a "chick car."but he was surprised to find out that when he drove it one day it attracted alot of young women asking asbout the "Italian Job" car. So I guess it is a "chick car".....
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The Most Fun Car Ever Built - 2006 Mini Cooper
By Tonnelier - March 15 - 8:10 pmIve only had it for a week, but Im in love! Without a doubt, it the cutest thing on the road. It drives like a dream, hugs the road tightly, even without the Dynamic Stability Control or the Sport Suspension. The Harmon Kardon stereo is so good that you can hear piano jazz at 65 miles an hour with the top down. Power windows and top are standard, I believe, as are remote door and trunk locks. In fact, you can put the top down with the remote! The warranty covers all service for 3 years. And the "Ultimate" plan covers tire and windshield damage as well. The only drawbacks are backseat leg room and a tiny trunk. But if youre hung up on those things, buy a minivan!
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Great Little Car! - 2006 Mini Cooper
By DH - January 26 - 1:23 pmI bought the Mini base model in mid October 06 (red body and white roof) and its been so much fun to drive! It has great handling and solid steering, true to its BMW heritage and it really drives like a BMW! Though only 115 hps, it does not feel under-powered if you know how to work a stick shift. It is wonderful that the base Mini comes with Leatherette and not fabric since fabric covers eventually get all icky and cant be wiped down.
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too much fun - 2006 Mini Cooper
By gobama1982 - January 10 - 11:38 amif you dont like strangers looking,asking questions,or huddled around your car when you go to get in it at the bank,store, restaurant ect . this may not be the car for you because trust me it will happen !!! if you love to drive ,have fun driving,love life,are a happy person then you need to own one !!!!
