Mini Cooper of the second generation which motor is reliable. What flaws are hidden behind an attractive appearance: a review of the Mini Cooper with mileage

17.10.2016

Mini Cooper ( MINI Cooper) Is a legend of the automotive industry, whose history dates back to the distant 60s of the last century. This cute little car, with its bright design, evokes affection among the auto lady, and among young people, the car has the image of a sports car. However, this charming toddler is not doing as well with reliability as one would like. In this article, I will tell you how expensive it is to maintain and maintain the second generation Mini Cooper with a mileage, and what to look for before buying.

A bit of history:

In 2001, after a huge hiatus, the company refurbished the Oxford plant, where they began to assemble the New Mini. In 2002, the updated car went on sale in the CIS. The second generation of the model belongs to the class of subcompact car and super mini, it is produced in two body types - three door hatchback and a two-door convertible. The first ones have been produced since 2006, the second ones - since 2009. Despite the fact that the second generation looks very similar to the first, these machines do not have a single interchangeable part. The dimensions of the Mini remained the same, except for the length - it increased by 60 mm. Three of the most noticeable changes can be distinguished: the legroom of the rear passengers has become much larger, the battery has migrated from a special niche in the trunk floor to a more familiar place, under the hood, instead of the ignition switch, they began to install the Start / Stop button. In 2010, a second light restyling was carried out, as a result of which the front bumper, the design of the rims and the design of the multimedia system were changed.

Weaknesses Mini Cooper with mileage

In the CIS, Mini Coopers were officially available with three petrol engines: 1.4 (89 hp), 1.6 (120 hp) and a turbocharged 1.6 (178 hp). On the secondary market you can also find cars with diesel engines 1.4 and 1.6, brought to us from abroad in a second-hand condition. Buying cars with diesel power units is quite risky, since 99% of such cars have a non-native mileage. The most widespread was gasoline atmospheric engine 1.6 (120 HP).

Owners of a Mini Cooper with such an engine recommend changing the oil at least once every 10,000 km. If this is not done, closer to 70,000 km, the engine will begin to eat up oil, and the consumption can be quite serious, up to 1.0 liters per 1000 km. Unfortunately, motors are not long-livers, and even with proper operation they rarely live up to 200,000 km, the average engine service life is 150-170 thousand km. The design of the motors is such that at low speeds the valves open quite a bit, literally by a millimeter, and this is not enough for normal operation valve stem seals... This is the reason for the increased oil appetite and other problems with the power unit.

Timing chain drive. In principle, this unit is quite reliable, but if the oil level in the engine is below average, the chain can stretch after 60,000 km, so you need to check the oil once every 1000 km. If, after starting the engine, you hear loud rumbling sounds from under the hood, this is a direct signal about the urgent need to replace the chain. Every 25,000 km the thermostat needs to be replaced ($ 100), the pump will last 40-50 thousand km, replacement will cost $ 200. Over time, from under oil filter oil may start to leak, as a result, a burning smell appears in the cabin. On cars that are operated in megalopolises, the first serious repair of the power unit will need to run 70 - 80 thousand km, repairs will cost 1500-2000 USD, the cost of a new motor is 4000-6000 thousand USD.

MINI One was equipped with a 1.4 engine, such cars are a little less common on the secondary market. Structurally, this power unit is very similar to 1.6 engines, the only difference is in the design of the pistons; all the problems that are inherent in the 1.6 engine are also inherent in this engine. In the most powerful power unit, the turbine lives for a long time, thanks to an additional pump and cooling with antifreeze. The main problem of turbocharged engines is that with low mileage they begin to lose power: gasoline is not injected through the valves, because of this, over time, carbon deposits form on the valves, and they do not close completely. Injection pump lives about 50,000 km, replacement will cost 250-300 USD. As with an atmospheric engine, due to the design features of the engine, on low revs there is a shortage of oil, which in turn leads to rapid wear of engine parts and mechanisms.

Transmission

Two gearboxes are available for the Mini Cooper: a six-speed manual transmission and an automatic transmission with the same number of gears. There are no special complaints about the reliability of transmissions, and their resource significantly exceeds the service lines power units... The clutch in a manual transmission takes care of 100-120 thousand km, replacement will cost 400-500 USD (in the official service). According to the regulations, both boxes are considered out of service, however, experienced owners recommend replacing the transmission fluid at least once every 60,000 kilometers.

Resource running Mini Cooper

Mini Cooper is equipped with independent suspension, front - MacPherson strut, rear - multi-link. It's hard to talk about the service lines of suspension parts, since many operate this car as a "sports car", as a result, the service lines of the suspension are significantly reduced. The stabilizer bushings, as in many cars, are considered consumables and serve, on average, 15-20 thousand km (8-15 cu, pcs.). Lever silent blocks will have to be changed every 40-45 thousand km ($ 30-60, pcs.), Wheel bearings - 60-70 thousand km ($ 80-120, pcs.), Shock absorbers will last 70 -80 thousand km (100-150 cu, units). Ball joints are quite hardy and can last up to 90,000 kilometers (30-50 cu, pcs.). The front brake pads change on average every 30,000 km, the rear ones - 40,000 km.

Salon

Before buying a used Mini Cooper, check that the hatch is working: if the previous owner did not service it, it may open and not close, or vice versa. If the hatch has never been lubricated during the operation of the car, then it is better not to do this anymore, because with a 90% probability, if you lubricate the hatch, the gears will begin to slip in the lubricant and the entire mechanism will have to be changed. Windshield installed almost at right angles, so chips and cracks are present on most machines; if the glass is equipped with a rain sensor and heated, the replacement will cost 300-350 cu. Electrical problems are extremely rare.

Outcome:

Mini Cooper is unlikely to be of interest to practical and family motorists, as there is very little space in the cabin, and only a medium-sized bag can be put in its trunk. But if you are a young driver or a girl, have a good income and want to stand out in the stream, then the Mini Cooper is exactly the car to which you should pay attention. Considering possible problems, the cost of repair and the resource of the power units, I would recommend buying this car new and only from authorized dealer.

Advantages:

• Acceleration dynamics.
• Reliable transmission.
• Original design.
• Good build quality.

Disadvantages:

• Small service life of power units.
• Rigid suspension.
• Little legroom for rear passengers.
• Luke requires special attention.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your feedback that will help the readers of our site when choosing a car.

Best regards, AvtoAvenu editorial staff

The new MINI, which debuted at the beginning of winter, received new appearance, gained in size and gained excess weight, but fans can relax: we have already driven it along the broken roads of Puerto Rico and we assure you that "Mini" has not deviated one iota from its own ideology. He is still tough as the Tin Woodman, and he still rules like a god.

They say that the laziest designers in the world work for Porsche, but it seems that they have competitors - the guys from MINI. Having rolled out the third generation of the modern hatchback, the British made contented mines and called it "completely new". In principle, they do not lie: at the three-door new platform, new motors and not a single old body part.

However, only a hard-core fan can name ten differences between "new" and "not new" MINI. We will help everyone else.

So, the new MINI is larger than its predecessor, adding almost 98 millimeters in length, 44 millimeters in width and seven millimeters in height. However, the wheelbase has grown by only 28 millimeters, so the space in the rear seats has hardly increased. But the trunk has become more spacious by almost a third - its volume has grown from 160 to 211 liters.

The lighting technology of the new MINI has also grown in size, and the headlights can now be fully LED (as well as the rear ones). The radiator grille has become larger - at last it has an old-school trapezoidal shape again, like on the classic "Mini"; the branded round foglights in the front bumper have also been preserved, and the roof line now seems even more impetuous due to the slightly raised side line of the body.

But if the exterior of the new MINI is unlikely to become a revelation for seasoned "minivods", then once in the cabin of the novelty, they will definitely feel like a deceived investor: the difference in quality and interior design compared to its predecessor is simply colossal.

Sections of the split backrest of the rear sofa can now be fixed in an upright position, slightly increasing the size of the trunk

It was for the interior of the old hatchback (and all the other "Mini" cars too) that they used the waste of the interior production of "AvtoVAZ", but the new interior is almost a BMW. A lot of soft plastic, textured colored inserts on the front panel, verified efforts on all buttons and levers. Now the buyer of a subcompact for a million will know exactly what he is paying for.

The design has also changed: there is no longer a branded huge saucer-speedometer in the middle of the front panel ... More precisely, there is a saucer, but without a speedometer: all the devices are located in their proper place, behind the wheel, and now only the display of the multimedia system is inscribed in the large central disc (from four to eight inches, depending on the configuration) and a set of buttons. And along its circumference, a strip of light guide is laid: it changes its color depending on the selected mode of the mechatronic chassis, pulses red and blue when the temperature changes, and even simulates the operation of a tachometer in motion.

Yes, yes, now MINI also has mechatronics, like the big ones. The rotating ring around the gear selector of the new hatchback is responsible not only for the operating mode of the engine, power steering (now fully electric) and responsiveness of the gas pedal, but can also change the stiffness of the suspension. If, of course, the corresponding option is ordered: adaptive dampers will be available for both the MINI Cooper and the "charged" Cooper S.

As for technology, the new Mini is really new. It has a new platform, but with the same suspension scheme, a new line of exclusively supercharged engines and new transmissions.

The basic family of turbocharged three-cylinder units is now considered - they are available in the petrol version (1.2, 102 forces on the MINI One and 1.5, 136 forces on the MINI Cooper), and in the diesel version (1.5 with 95 or 116 forces on the One D and Cooper D, respectively. ). And the top-end Cooper S now sports a brand new two-liter turbo engine with 192 horsepower (280-300 Nm), which will later appear on the front-wheel drive "two" BMW. Gearboxes are either a new, lighter six-speed manual with carbon-coated synchromesh and a sensor to help level the engine speed when shifting "down", or an upgraded six-speed "automatic" with modified hydraulics for smoother and faster gear changes.

But the basic MINI One in Russia will no longer be - the demand for such versions in last years was calculated in units. Therefore, we start the test with the future bestseller - the 136-horsepower MINI Cooper. A bright red hatchback with white stripes and a white roof, on 17-inch wheels - just handsome! Its appearance is not overloaded with details (as on the Cooper S), and at first glance it is almost indistinguishable from the previous "Cooper". Until you sit inside.

Cool fabric / leather combination seats - forget the leather, the texture of the fabric is amazing - deep and with pronounced lateral support. And narrow: plump and aged "mini-people" will be cramped. A plump steering wheel, a comfortable pedal assembly with a soft but informative clutch, and a "mechanics" lever clicking with the clarity of a Zippo lighter. The engine start button on the front panel is no longer there - it has moved to the center console and turned into a red rocker lever.

The three-cylinder engine starts up with a bass rumble: no "odd" vibrations or the ringing chirp familiar to small-cylinder engines. The 1.5's voice is excellent - under traction it sounds much deeper than the previous 1.6-liter aspirated. And there is so much traction itself that the former “Cooper” now seems like a fat man suffering from shortness of breath against the background of the Russian national skiing team. The torque of the new turbo engine is one third higher (220 Nm versus 160 Nm), and it is already achieved at 1250 rpm. Therefore, the new "Mini", in principle, does not care which gear is selected - even in the third one you can crawl at the speed of a lemur, and then accelerate far beyond the "hundred" within one step: the "box" here is very "long". The second ends closer to 100 kilometers per hour, and the third - closer to 150.

And this is a minus. Because the stretched gear ratios deprive the "Mini" of the spectacular turbo pickup, which you unwittingly expect from an energetic turbo engine. And the turbine itself here, it seems, is rather big - its inertness in response to the gas release-pressing is too noticeable.

But how cool the pedal assembly is! The distance between the pedals, the effort on them is almost ideal. The new MINI Cooper with mechanics is now endlessly practicing heel-to-toe jogging, especially if the right roads come along. And on the island of Puerto Rico there are heaps of them.

Narrow, ivy-curling secondary highways with bumpy, bumpy asphalt are the perfect place to experience the new Mini driving in Russia. How? As before. Tough, but very reckless. Despite the slightly increased weight and the reconfigured suspension, only the driver of the tunnel auger will call the new three-door comfortable: on a bad road, the shakes are still unbearable. But the energy intensity of the suspension is impressive - having collected the intervertebral discs, you can race along any bumps without fear of breakdowns.

On irregularities in corners "Mini", of course, bounces, sometimes expanding the trajectory, but even on uneven asphalt it holds very tenaciously. And if the road suddenly smoothes out ...

Perfectly tuned electric power steering - slightly overweight in "Sport", but almost ideal in terms of effort in "Comfort", it has exemplary information content in any of the modes of the mechatronic chassis. Fast, agile chassis (on optional low-profile 17-inch Pirelli P Zero tires, at least), great brakes, quick response and neutral steering balance. If you want to enjoy driving even in traffic jams, the new Mini is the perfect purchase.

Well, if you're looking for something hotter, welcome to the MINI Cooper S connoisseur club. It has a 192-horsepower engine, retuned suspension, big brakes and a daring exterior, especially in a new mustard yellow color with black accents. From zero to one hundred kilometers per hour, the mechanical "Esca" accelerates in 6.8 seconds, 0.2 seconds faster than its predecessor with a 1.6-turbo, and the version with an "automatic" is even faster - 6.7 seconds to "hundreds".

This is because the new six-speed gearbox is really better. It is slightly inferior in terms of the speed of changing the steps to robots with two clutches, and in intelligence - the eight-speed "automatic" ZF, which is installed on the BMW model. But in the context of the MINI, it turns out to be quite good. Works smoothly in "Drive" and changes gears in "Sport" on time. There are paddle shifters, but you will have to use them only out of boredom or on the track. Although in the second case it is better, of course, to choose the version with "mechanics" - it is more honest.

But the "automatic" MINI Cooper S is also able to make hairs move with pleasure in the most unexpected places of your body - because it steers just fantastic. The short wheelbase, agile "stern" and relatively low weight, coupled with tenacious tires and a tireless turbo engine, turn this hatch into a fearless conqueror of narrow and twisted serpentines. And the narrower and more difficult the road under the wheels of the Cooper S, the more often and more actively the hairs on your body will move.

After several kilometers of Puerto Rican mountain roads, it seems that the turns, which the agile "esca" would not be able to screw into, do not exist in nature.

The stabilization system on the MINI is completely deactivated. But there is also sport mode who will back up if something goes wrong

And do not be afraid to turn off the stabilization system (if you experienced driver, of course). With the electronics deactivated, the MINI becomes even more alive and relaxed, and does not turn into an evil little man, hatching plans to smudge you on a nearby rock. I overdid it a little with speed or the turn turned out to be more twisted than it seemed at first - it's okay. Throttle release or a light touch of the brake that loads the front wheels, and the Esca will obediently screw inward in response to a slight turn of the steering wheel. Opened too early at the exit - it does not matter either: a coolly tuned imitation of a cross-axle differential lock will help to tighten the muzzle inward, and not drag it towards the coconut-laden Toyota pickup, which is reaching its fourth decade.

Loud, agile, shaking, but very tenacious in turns - these words, in principle, could describe the former "Mini". But now we can confidently add "comfortable" to the epithets that the new hatchback is worthy of. True, this comfort will not be driving, but general - so to speak, background. Nice interior, improved noise insulation: the new MINI seems much more expensive than before.

But he actually went up in price.

The most affordable Cooper with "mechanics" in Russia will cost from 899 thousand rubles against 800 thousand that was asked for its predecessor. True, they promise to make the basic configuration richer: xenon headlights and air conditioning will be standard equipment. A 192-horsepower MINI Cooper S will cost from 1.12 million rubles - about 50 thousand more expensive than a car of the last generation. And this is without considering the options.

You will say that for this money you can take Renault Megane RS or Opel astra OPC? You're right. But MINI buyers don't really care about your opinion. Because the whole world is divided into two parts - some MINI like it creepy, and others - no. And there is no scientific explanation for this yet.

MINI Cooper and Cooper S

Like

Great chassis and decent interior, finally justifying the high price tag

I do not like

Still shaky and tough and still not cheap

Fans will love it

Engineering name German concern BMW has a truly invaluable and sometimes inexplicable influence on fans of its technical genius. The MINI brand, among other things, owes much of its current popularity to its eminent manufacturer, or rather to its marketing division.

Everything that the glory of the magical three Bavarian letters falls on, simply cannot leave indifferent a separate kind of buyers who choose a car from BMW with their hearts. True, MINI looks little like a car in the main line. But the internal characteristics, as paradoxical as it may sound, are very similar in places. This is especially true for maintenance. But let's start in order.

At one time, the Austin Mini car (produced since 1959) became a real breakthrough in the European market, occupying the demanded niche of a compact affordable car and being so popular that its sales until 1984 were comparable to the sales leaders of the modern car industry and were at that time a cosmic figure - up to 0.25 million vehicles per year. In 1994, BMW acquired the name Mini in the general package, and in 2001 it began production of cars with the old, such successful shapes, but under a slightly updated name - MINI. Since that time, the MINI has been constantly being modernized, which, unlike most modern cars, is not aimed at external facelifts, but at interior improvements and minor changes in engine characteristics.

The car is available in three versions: MINI One, MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S, which differ mainly in engine power (all petrol 4-cylinder, 1.6 liters, respectively 98, 122 and 184 horsepower in 2010 cars release) and minor design differences.

It is customary to describe the appearance of this three-door hatchback in one word - toy, to someone it resembles a pretty "shoe", someone's eye is pleased with the absolute absence of aggression in its forms. Unusual, at all times bright, fresh, relevant, always distinguishable in the general flow, but at the same time a classic design. Mini cooper differs from One in white or black roof and side mirrors, Cooper S has an increased length of 15 mm, alloy wheels (5 star Blaster) by 16 inches (against steel and alloy wheels(5 star Spooler) by 15 inches on the first two models) and a hood adorned with two white stripes, with a hint of closeness to a racing car. Inside, the theme of "toy" continues, embodied in the design features of the dashboard (a huge speedometer saucer in the center, unusual shape of the seats, original door card trim).

Numerous buttons, levers, toggle switches are made in the aviation style (it's not for nothing that the MINI emblem is enclosed in the embrace of the wings). The interior of the MINI is not spacious, but the front passengers can get comfortable enough (which provides a sufficiently large range of longitudinal movement of the seats), in addition, the driver is provided with the possibility of adjusting the steering column (for reach and height). The trunk has a modest volume of 160 liters, convertible to 680 liters by folding rear seats... The dimensions of the entire line are almost the same and are 1683 mm wide, 1407 mm high and 3699 mm long (with the exception of 3714 mm for the MINI Cooper S).
Next, let's move on to chassis, technical and operational characteristics, by family values ​​and weak points which can be identified by the MINI brand with BMW. The MINI is based on a 6-speed manual transmission (an automatic continuously variable transmission with Steptronic mode is available as an option). The car is worthy driving performance and proprietary handling provided by independent suspension (MacPherson strut in front, multi-link strut in the rear). At the same time, the Cooper S is capable of a very serious 228 km / h maximum speed and acceleration to 100 km / h in 7.0 seconds. However, maintaining these figures requires constant care for the MINI. So, every 30,000 km, the replacement of struts and bushings of the front stabilizer, a set of ball joints and front brake discs is shown. Replacing the rear brake discs, front and rear shock absorbers it will take up to 50,000 km. As you know, similar regular and very expensive chores, to the delight of the manufacturer, accompany the owners of cars of the main line of BMW models. The owners of MINI will also be pleased with the fuel consumption, which in practice differs significantly (upward) from the one declared by the manufacturer.

Prices for new MINIs in Russian dealerships range from 710 thousand rubles for the basic version of the One model, up to 775 thousand rubles and 980 thousand rubles for the "base" MINI Cooper and Cooper S. For a rather large fee, it is possible to add additional options from the large proposed list.

What is the first car that comes to mind when we talk about a fast, fashionable, compact typewriter? Most people will not hesitate to answer that this is a MINI Cooper, another 10 percent will answer that it is "Smart". Only now it is difficult to call Smart fast, if it is not Brabus. Therefore, as soon as one recalls "Cooper", the respondents will immediately change their answer.

After all, it is "Mini" that attracts all people with its cute appearance. It has excellent handling, constantly urging the driver to put pressure on the gas, after all, "Mini" is a "BMW". Any "Cooper" will please the girls not only for their appearance, but also for their interior. The salon of even an old copy cannot be called boring. At meetings of the owners of "Mini" you can always see completely different people with completely different cars.

Moreover, many owners are members of clubs dedicated to this brand. They often greet each other on the road, blinking headlights, gestures of greeting, even if they don't know each other. And every country in the world has its own army of Mini fans. Even grandparents love "Mini"! But is everything so good with the reliability of this nimble "Mini Cooper"? Owner reviews vary widely. But now let's figure it out!

Features of "Mini Cooper" and owner reviews

It should be noted right away that all "Mini" are very similar in technical terms. This applies to all cars manufactured since 2001. For example, MINI Cooper differs from MINI ONE only in engine boost. Other models differ in the number of doors, size, interior, engine and the presence or absence all-wheel drive... Even different generations of the same model rarely have big differences in technical terms.

You definitely need to know: a motor with a volume of 1, 4 liters should be immediately excluded when searching. It has all the problems of older motors, plus it has its own personal drawbacks, but does not give absolutely any dynamics at the same time! You won't be able to save on fuel consumption either. And if the car is also equipped with a machine gun, then during acceleration, you can confuse the tachometer hand with the minute hand of the clock, the speedometer hand with the hour hand. Fortunately, there are few such machines in our market. In recent generations, this motor is completely absent. Probably, the manufacturer decided to take pity on its customers a little. Below we look at the characteristics of the "Mini Cooper" and reviews of the owners.

"Mini Cooper"

When you read the reviews of the owners about the "Mini Cooper", then one question arises. Which one? Why are the reviews of the owners of the Mini Cooper S so different from the usual Coopers or ONE? It's all about the power of the motor. Often the "S" is taken by guys who do not know how to properly maintain the car, but only want to drive. And since with a greater load on the car, more care is required, which is not, problems arise. Therefore, when looking for the "S" model, pay attention to the owner. If he knows everything about his car, talks about any routine work for 10 minutes, then this is exactly the fan who served the car correctly.

Engines and transmissions

Of the problems of 1.6 gasoline engines, both atmospheric and turbocharged versions, it is possible to note the pump (sometimes it fails even after 50 thousand mileage), oil consumption, which occurs due to improper maintenance. The oil should be changed every 7500 kilometers, a maximum of every 10 thousand on atmospheric engines. Every 5-7.5 thousand on turbo versions. Do not turn off the engine immediately after actively driving a motor with a turbine. Let the oil cool slightly. This will extend the life of the turbine and the motor as a whole.

In no case do not believe in the fairy tales that oil consumption of 1 liter per thousand kilometers of run is the norm. Even with aggressive driving, this only happens with dead engines. The motor is not the most reliable, the resource is about 200-300 thousand kilometers. It also has not the most reliable timing chain drive. It is worth monitoring the oil level so that the chain does not knock earlier than prescribed by the regulations. Sometimes, due to a leaking gasket, oil starts to burn on a hot engine. Then the smell of burning will be felt in the cabin. However, this is one of the trademark features of the old "Mini" and "BMW".

Pay attention to the temperature of the motor, overheating will end in dire consequences. For preventive purposes, the thermostat can be replaced every 1.5-2 years. In recent generations, take a closer look at the 1.5-liter engine. Engineers have saved him from the problem of stretching the chain, and the power is even higher than the 1.6. Diesel engines are a little more reliable than gasoline engines, but they are few in our market. Most with twisted runs and in a very sad state. Boxes are automatic and mechanical.

According to the owners of "Mini Cooper", the five-speed mechanics does not cause any complaints, except for the wear of the synchronizers. This usually happens due to aggressive driving and inexperience of the owners. The CVT is highly discouraged on the forums, it is not intended for a daring ride. The classic torque converter automatic has been installed since 2005. It is really reliable, easily covers 200 and more thousand kilometers. From the problems of the machine, we can note poor cooling. In hot weather and an active driving style, the machine may simply overheat. The problem can be solved by installing and / or a box oil temperature sensor. The oil in the box requires replacement every 60-80 thousand. Do not trust the dealer and the manufacturer who say that automatic transmissions are maintenance-free.

Suspension

The front suspension is of the MacPherson type, the rear suspension is independent rather rigid, which gives that notorious go-kart handling. Frequent replacement on our roads require stabilizer struts and bushings (20-30 thousand mileage), ball joints (about 60 thousand mileage). Shock absorbers go for 100 thousand, sometimes more. In all generations, except for the last one, insufficient sound insulation can be noted. As a result, we get relatively reliable car, which is confirmed by the reviews of the owners of "Mini Cooper" after 60,000 km. The main thing is the right service!

Charged version

The pinnacle of power and drive is the "Mini Cooper JCW" modified by the British Workshop. The same 1.6-liter engine, but with a fantastic output of 211 horsepower. Installed only together with a six-speed manual. This Cooper was produced from 2010 to 2014. He exchanged the first hundred in 6.5 seconds. Produced only in the back of a three-door hatchback. Only the power in this case is directly proportional to the number of problems. Absolutely all the same problems as in the other 1.6 engines, only they occur 2 times more often.

More preferable against the background of this car looks like "Mini Cooper JCW", produced from 2004 to 2006. The ancestor had only 1 horsepower less, which had almost no effect on acceleration. This old man will fly at a speed of 100 kilometers per hour in just 6.6 seconds! It also has a six-speed manual, and the curb weight in the new and old body is the same: 1140 kilograms.

True, the brand new "JCW" is nine centimeters longer than its predecessor. But the old man is much more reliable. To increase the power, a compressor supercharger was installed on the engine, this gives even, confident traction from the very bottom, in contrast to turbocharging. In addition, the older generation model has distributed fuel injection. Simpler design means fewer problems! Just take into account the reviews of the owners of "Mini Cooper". More money is spent on the maintenance of such machines, by about 20 percent. That 20 percent comes from the car's good appetite. In the city, you can safely count on 15 liters with a less aggressive driving. The new generation JCW may also require expensive engine repairs at the most inopportune moment.

The indisputable advantage of these modifications is the dynamics and appearance. Wide sills, bumpers and fenders make a real bulldog out of the car. Do not forget that the regular "Cooper" is a really tough car, so the almost "furious" "Cooper from John" is not suitable for everyone.

Characteristics of "Mini Cooper"

All "Mini Coopers" with a 1.6 engine have good dynamics. A five-door hatchback of 2001-2004, with a manual transmission and a power of 115 horsepower, accelerates to a hundred in 9.2 seconds, the device is from 2014, already with a six-speed manual - 8.2 seconds. The same cars, only with the "S" index at 163 and 192 forces, will accelerate in 7.4 and 6.9 seconds, respectively. Depending on the driving style, a "Mini" with a 1.6 engine will consume 7.5 liters of fuel per hundred kilometers in the city, up to 5 liters on the highway, at a speed of 90-100 km / h. "Mini Cooper" with a three-cylinder 1.5-liter engine develops 136 horsepower. Although it is turbocharged, it is really reliable. It will also accelerate your five-door "Mini Cooper" to a hundred square meters in 8.2 seconds! He has a much more modest appetite than the 1.6 engine, about 8 liters in the city.

If you want a faster Mini with less fuel consumption, check out the three-door hatchbacks. They are all about a second faster than their five-door brothers. All characteristics and reviews of the owners of the "Mini Cooper" in the back of a hatchback can be found on the Internet. Some of them are listed below.

"Mini Cooper Countryman"

Among the buyers and fans of "Mini" there are people who often drive outside the city, travel a lot, like to sit above the stream, or are simply tired of the rigid suspension of the car. Owner reviews of the "Mini Cooper Countryman" also vary. Some owners want even more soft suspension... There are only complaints about ONE, with a 1.6 engine with 90 or 98 horsepower, it is simply not enough for a car, full weight at 1735 kilograms. This is evidenced by the acceleration to one hundred - 12 and 13 seconds, respectively. The crossover is equipped with gasoline engines 1.6 for 122 strength, and 184 strength. Diesel engines for 1.6 liters (112 hp) and 2 liters (143 hp).

All diesel versions and petrol versions can be equipped with all-wheel drive, for 184 forces. Moreover, all-wheel drive does not affect the acceleration for the worse, as is the case with other crossovers. The front axle is the leading one, the rear is connected by a double-disc electromagnetic clutch, which does not cause complaints from the owners. The gasoline versions will have consumption from 11 liters per hundred kilometers. Diesel will help fix this problem by reducing it to 7-8 liters in the city. Better choose diesel motors... Less flow and no chain and valve problems.

In case of improper maintenance of the gasoline engine ( insufficient level oil), expensive repairs may be required already at 100 thousand kilometers. The whole problem is in the absence of an oil level sensor, which can be installed additionally. Often, owners of gasoline versions complain about the oil pressure light blinking during acceleration or braking, which means that there are no more than three liters of oil left in the engine. And this is with the required volume of 4.3 liters.

We do not think it is worth telling what it is fraught with. Another problem is that the engine runs out of oil at low revs. This problem is especially relevant on a turbo engine, when the driver presses the gas pedal to the floor before the turbine starts working. Later, this problem seemed to be solved by replacing the oil pump. When you read the reviews of the owners of "Mini Cooper" about the model with a 1.6 petrol engine, you can come across another problem: the chain knocks during a cold start. It's all about its tensioner. It is hydraulic, that is, it pulls the chain using oil pressure. Because of this, for example, in frost, the oil does not have time to create the required pressure. As a result, the stars wear out. The probability of chain slip increases, and this is almost always an expensive repair.

The oil should be changed every 7500 kilometers without fail! Hub bearings fail after about 60 thousand mileage. The rest of the suspension is relatively reliable. Almost all the first copies of "Countryman" had a thermostat changed under warranty, later the problem was fixed. Many people note bad mirrors, the size of which is not enough for a given car. There is plenty of space in the back row, but this space has gone out of the trunk, into which a couple of not the largest bags will fit. Some owners had problems with the upholstery of the seats, its dealers removed it under warranty. These chairs are not the most comfortable yet, too soft, but with good lateral support. All characteristics and owner reviews of the "Mini Cooper Countryman" can be found on the Internet. Or rather, on specialized forums.

"Mini Cooper Clubman": owner reviews and characteristics

It is completely incomprehensible what the “Mini” marketing department was guided by when they came up with the name of this model. If we look at the technical description of this car, we see the word "station wagon". But this is far from a classic wagon that immediately comes to mind. Mini made a supposedly practical version of the regular Cooper, which became 8 centimeters longer. Only with the doors, everything is completely unusual. The station wagon has five of them: two trunk doors, two front doors and one hinged rear door. It is located on the right and opens against the direction of travel. Just like a Rolls-Royce! The practicality of such a solution is questionable. The trunk cannot be opened if there is another car at the rear bumper, or if you drive too close to the wall. The left passenger in the back row will be able to get out of the car only after the right and center ones. Is it such a special British practicality? Here you can find only one plus: children will not run out of the Mini onto the road by themselves if you forgot to lock the doors. True, this is not what the owners of "Mini Cooper" write about in their reviews. A photo of this car can be seen in our article.

In 2015, the developers showed the next generation "Mini Clubman", which is more practical. He already has at least two conventional rear doors.

Reading reviews of the owners of "Mini Cooper Clubman", you see the already familiar problems of gasoline engines. All the same chains, valves, oil consumption. Weak ball bearings are noted.

Clubman JCW

There was also a really charged version with a 1.6 liter engine and a capacity of 211 horsepower. This is the version from the British studio John Cooper Works. She, as well as simply "Cooper JCW" is even more rigid, has an aggressive design, wide sills and fenders. But the main thing is a powerful motor. With him 6.8 seconds to a hundred are provided for you.

Characteristics and reviews of the owners of the "Mini Cooper Clubman" can be found on the Internet.

Output

General disadvantages in the reviews of the owners of "Mini Cooper":

• problems with gasoline engines developed by BMW in conjunction with Peugeot-Citroen, with a volume of 1.6 liters;
• weak wheel bearings;
• rigid suspension;
• insufficient sound insulation.

General advantages and feedback from the owners of "Mini Cooper":

• excellent handling, driving pleasure, excellent or acceptable acceleration dynamics, excellent vehicle stability on the track;
• reliability of electronics, motor attachments, clutches (in the presence of all-wheel drive) and gearboxes;
• appearance;
• good body resistance to corrosion;
• compactness, convenience in the city.

"Mini" is, first of all, a toy, a favorite toy. It will not work on it, changing only the oils and filters. We can say for sure that the cars of the British brand will not leave anyone indifferent! The characteristics of the "Mini Cooper" and the reviews of the owners show this perfectly. Everyone will be able to find a model to their liking. Do you want a fast, agile car? There is a three-door "S" hatchback. Not enough? Get JCW. Do you like convertibles? You can always find "Mini Cooper Cabrio". You need low fuel consumption and just beautiful car? There is a 1.5-liter engine and excellent diesel engines. Or maybe you need a car for an egoist? "Mini Cooper Coupe" at your service! Does your family require you not to be selfish? There is always "Clubman" and "Countryman"!

Any "Mini" always attracts attention on the street, but does not forget about its owner. Gives him the most positive emotions from moving both on public roads and on closed polygons or highways! This is exactly the car, once having a ride on which, you will never forget the emotions of the ride! You just need to be prepared to spend up to 150 thousand rubles a year on maintenance. However, picking up a really good copy or buying new car in the salon, you can safely count on 15 thousand rubles a year.

Review of Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020: appearance, interior, specifications, configuration, parameters, security systems and price. At the end of the article, a photo and video review of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018.

Contents of the review:

IN different time and in different countries, compact and economical cars have always been in demand. Some models did not last long, but there are also models that created a whole cult of fans. One of such examples is the famous British Mini Cooper. For the first time, the car was presented in 1959, for that time it was a significant breakthrough and the novelty was quickly loved by drivers of all ages.

The classic model is the three-door version, with round headlights and rough roof shapes. Progress does not stand still and buyers always want more, besides, the fashion for two-door cars is gradually moving away in favor of a sedan or 5-door. The British manufacturer wasted no time in developing and presenting the 5-door Mini Cooper. Many will say that the same Countryman or Clubman already exist as 5-door options, but alas, this is a class of crossovers, not compact hatchbacks. The first was the regular 5-door Mini Cooper and recently a charged version, also known as the Mini Cooper S 5D.

With the usual 5-door Mini Cooper, the differences are minimal, but still, the charged version of the hatchback looks much richer and more stylish. In addition to the standard Mini Cooper S variants, the manufacturer offers many options to emphasize and diversify the usual look of the hatchback. In the article, we will consider a charged 5-door hatchback Mini Cooper S 2018-2019, also named by the manufacturer as the 5D.

Exterior hatchback Mini Cooper S 2019-2020

The appearance of the 5-door hatchback Mini Cooper S 2018-2019 is almost no different from the usual 3-door brother. But if you look closely, there are still differences, both in the door frames themselves, and in individual details of the exterior. The front of the new charged Mini Cooper S is distinguished by a more evil radiator grille and an additional one at the bottom of the bumper. The radiator grille includes a large number of small parts, including sensors and sensors for security systems. The upper is crafted with a black mesh insert.

Below the grille is divided into two parts by a black glossy wide strip and a small chrome strip. In addition, the letter "S" has been added to the grille to identify the trim levels, indicating the charged Mini Cooper S. Depending on the wishes of the buyer, the edging of the grille can be glossy black or chrome. Another detail that says the model belongs to a special edition is the front bumper.

The lower part in the center is occupied by an additional radiator grill, divided into three parts. On the sides, the bumper is decorated with two round LED fog lights in a rectangular edging. To finally emphasize the bottom of the 5-door Mini Cooper S 2018-2019, it was decorated with black plastic protection, the same one installed around the perimeter of the entire hatchback body.

The hood of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2018-2019 is quite peculiar, the designers tried to modify it to a minimum, leaving it the same as in the 3-door version. On the sides of the hood, as before, they placed oval optics, with a highlighted black edging. The optics themselves, depending on the configuration, will be based on halogen or LED elements, but according to the standard, the circle is decorated with LED daytime running lights. For the maximum configuration, the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018 will be equipped with matrix headlights.

The central hood of the long Mini Cooper S is decorated with a small air intake and the classic company emblem. From inconspicuous parts of the hood, a small protrusion can be noted, behind the air intake, closer to the windshield. Thus, the designers hid some of the engine parts. Depending on the wishes of the buyer, on the hood of the Mini Cooper S 2018-2019 hatchback, you can apply two stripes of black or white, or even leave it without decorations. Essentially, the bonnet serves several functions, including the fenders and carrier, for attaching the front optics. The hatchback windshield remains the same, slightly rounded and slightly tilted. Depending on the configuration of the Mini Cooper S 2019 hatchback, the windshield is fully or partially heated.

The side of the new Mini Cooper S 5D hatchback 2019-2020 received significant differences. In particular, as mentioned, now the new car is designed for 5 doors, two on each side and one behind (trunk lid). Another nuance - there are frames around the side windows, front and rear doors. Previously, there were no frames, due to their uselessness, and the entire load fell on the roof and body pillars. The characteristic color of the pillars around the perimeter of the Mini Cooper S 2018-2019 remained unchanged, as before it is black; optionally, for an additional fee, the buyer can choose an individual color, although in most cases black is still suitable.

The door windows of the new Mini Cooper S 2018-2019 hatchback turned out to be rougher, one might even say square. The lower part of the glasses around the perimeter of the 5 doors was emphasized with a chrome edging, which was previously only optional. The manufacturer did not touch the door handles of the new charged car, leaving them the same as before and simply copying them to the back door. Side mirrors of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2018 attract special attention, at the request of the buyer the reverse side of the mirrors can be painted black or white, or you can leave the standard color to match the body color.

The mirror fixing leg is painted black, as standard, the set of mirrors includes an electric adjustment, heating and automatic folding. Whether there will be a memory function for several tuning modes, the manufacturer has not yet specified. Otherwise, the side part for the charged five-door Mini Cooper S 2018-2019 and the regular version will be the same.

The body color of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 is still striking:

• olive;
• beige;
• dark grey;
• Orange;
• red;
• silver;
• grey;
• the black;
• green;
• blue;
• blue;
• dark blue.

It should be borne in mind that black lines will not be available on black, in the same way as white on beige. The same color situation will apply to the roof and side mirrors of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019.

The rear part of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 hatchback turned out to be more interesting. The designers modified the feet of the hatchback, making the LED elements in the shape of a half of the British flag. Depending on the equipment, there will be black or chrome edging around the feet. As for the boot lid, the upper part is adorned as standard with a small sports spoiler with LED stop indicator. The trunk glass was tilted more than in the usual three-door Mini Cooper S, but the dimensions of the lower part of the trunk became slightly smaller.

The recess for the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018 license plates looks pretty good, rectangular with rounded corners. The upper part can be decorated with a black or chrome insert with the company logo, a rear-view camera and license plate lighting are also located here. The disadvantage that fans of the model noted is the same step in the luggage compartment, which is not so convenient when loading bulky items. Like the front, the defining feature of the charged Mini Cooper S 2018 from a regular hatchback is the bumper. Mesh inserts were placed in two levels, the upper two were placed on the sides, but the two lower ones were placed in the center. Here, two tips were placed in the center. exhaust system Mini Cooper S 5D 2018 and two LED fog lights.

The last element in the appearance of the new 5-door hatchback Mini Cooper S 2018-2019 is of course the roof. As already mentioned, there are three options for the roof color available for the buyer's choice: white, black, or in the body color. Naturally, the exception will be the black color with the general black color and the white roof color in the case of the beige Mini Cooper S 2019 color. what's in the Clubman or Countryman. The very rear of the roof is decorated with a small antenna in the form of a shark fin, a kind of mini fin.

As before in the three-door, the buyer of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2018-2019 is not limited in the choice of additional options, in addition to standard options. According to the manufacturer, the new five-door Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 is waiting for an order of magnitude more demand than the classic three-door. A similar situation was with the main competitor of the Audi A1, after the release of the 5-door hatchback, but now, in the near future, the German manufacturer plans to remove the 3-door from the conveyor altogether. By design, the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020 inherited the recognizable features of the early model, only some of the exterior details were updated.

The interior of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020

In the exterior of the 5-door charged hatchback, the changes are clearly visible, in the cabin, practically nothing has changed. All the same round shapes, the same trim and design details. The characteristic style can be found only in this car, most of the interior elements are round, with rather large numbers. The central part of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018 panel is occupied by a small 6.5 "touchscreen display of the multimedia system. The system works on Apple CarPlay, but whether Android Auto will be available is still unknown. In order not to deviate from the traditional style, the panel above and below the display was made in a round shape, moreover, the shape contour is made on the basis of LED backlighting, at the request of the owner, the backlight can change color.Similar lighting is installed around the interior of Mini Cooper S 5D 2019.

Sinking lower along the central part of the Mini Cooper S panel, there is a climate control panel with three selectors, a small panel with buttons for heating the front seats, side mirrors and a couple of other security systems. Most of all, the last panel, made in the form of toggle switches, is striking, it houses the Start / Stop button of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018 engine, control of safety and comfort systems. The center of the console ends with a small set of USB, 12V and Qi wireless charging, hidden behind a decorative cap.

Like the front console, many of the interior details of the 2019 Mini Cooper S are round. The center tunnel between the front seats is no exception, from its semicircular shape to the cup holder for the second row of seats. The hatchback tunnel begins with two round cupholders and a gear lever. To save space, but set the functionality as much as possible, a panel of buttons was made around the gear lever of the Mini Cooper S 5D to select the travel mode. A little further added a multimedia control panel and a selector. The hatchback handbrake in most variants of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 will be mechanical due to safety measures, optionally an electromechanical one can be added.

Most of the inconvenience fell on the second row of seats of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019. The manufacturer, although it notes that three passengers can be accommodated there, in fact, only two, but the third will have to be very awkward. The center tunnel ends on the second row, with a large round cup holder in the middle. Thus, the average passenger, when boarding the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018, constantly needs to be careful, or after a while the cup holder will dry out completely.

Despite such a well-known and solid brand, the seats of the new 5-door hatchback Mini Cooper S 2018 will depend on the selected configuration. The front seats are sporty as standard, with a high backrest and good lateral support. The second row of seats of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019, as already mentioned, is designed for seating 3 passengers, the folding ratio is standard 60/40. This is evidenced by the three rear seat head restraints.

As a material for upholstering the interior of Mini Cooper S 5D 2018-2019, the manufacturer offers high-quality fabric, leather, as well as a combination of leather and fabric. The fabric upholstery is presented in black shades with different patterns, as for the leather upholstery, the buyer is offered:

1. the black;
2. black with perforated inserts;
3. white;
4. dark brown;
5. brown;
6. beige.

For an additional fee, the buyer can choose the shade of the interior to his taste, while the upper part of the panel is painted black, and the bottom will be in accordance with the selected shade. Despite the small dimensions of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 hatchback, there is enough space in the cabin for both front and rear passengers.

Small changes were made to the driver's seat of the new 5-door hatchback Mini Cooper S 5D 2019. The instrument panel remained the same, a large round speedometer, a small tachometer looks out to the left of it, and a pair of sensors, fuel level and engine temperature to the right. Unlike previous models, the new Mini Cooper S 2019 hatchback received a small head-up display that hides behind the dashboard at unnecessary time. It displays information about the state of the engine, speed and part of the navigation system.

The changes also fell on steering wheel Mini Cooper S 5D, the designers made it in a sporty style, in some models with a flattened bottom. The side knitting needles are occupied by the function buttons as standard, while the lower knitting needle is more decorative. Only leather is used as upholstery, soft plastic is not provided. When it comes to adjusting the Mini Cooper S handlebars, vertical and horizontal adjustments are available.

The interior of the new 5-door Mini Cooper S 2019 practically did not receive any changes, but the build quality and space did not become worse. The manufacturer took into account many wishes regarding a charged three-door, introducing them into the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2018. They promise that with the growth of production, the optional list will expand, thereby offering more and more new interior design options.

Specifications Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020

The characteristics of the 5-door Mini Cooper S 2019 are not the most diverse, one might even say ship-based. There is only one available to the buyer Gas engine, although there are three gearboxes: a mechanic, an automatic and a sports automatic, typical only for the S series of hatchbacks.

Features of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020
Engine	petrol 4 cylinder
Volume, l	2,0
Power, h.p.	192
Torque, Nm	280
Drive unit	front
Transmission	6 tbsp. Manual transmission	6 tbsp. Automatic transmission	sports 7 tbsp. Automatic transmission
Maximum speed, km / h	232	230	230
Acceleration to 100 km / h, s	6,9	6,8	6,8
Fuel consumption Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020
Around the city, l	7,9	7,1	7,1
On the highway, l	4,9	4,7	4,7
Mixed cycle, l	6	5,5	5,5
CO2 emission, g / km	140	129	129
Dimensions Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020
Length, mm	3982 (4005 for sports equipment)
Width, mm	1727
Height, mm	1425
Wheelbase, mm	2567
Front wheel track, mm	1485 or 1501
Track rear wheels, mm	1485 or 1501
Clearance, mm	124
Tank volume, l	44
Trunk volume, l	278 (with folded second row seats 941L)
Curb weight, kg	about 1295
Full weight, kg	about 1750
Wheel disks	16 "(tires 195/55), 17"

The suspension of the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 has not changed, it is the same as before. An independent McPherson is installed in front, and an independent multi-link is installed behind. The brake system of the hatchback is a ventilated disc in the front, a conventional disc in the back. There is no information yet whether the new Mini Cooper S will be replenished with other units or a drive, most likely that the manufacturer will leave the current specifications unchanged.

Safety and comfort Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020

The manufacturer added a small variety to the safety and comfort systems of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2018. Since the Mini is one of the BMW companies, it is natural that the safety systems will be repeated. Among the main active and passive systems of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 hatchback are:

• front and rear airbags;
• side airbags;
• a pillow in the area of ​​the driver's knees;
• safety curtains;
• immobilizer;
• standard alarm;
• active cruise control;
• emergency braking system;
• collision avoidance;
• adaptive matrix optics;
• light and rain sensors;
• central locking;
• remote engine control (for automatic transmission);
• projection display;
• traffic information system;
• navigation;
• parking assistant;
• Bluetooth;
• road sign and pedestrian recognition system;
• multi-tasking multimedia system;
• driving assistant (to help inexperienced drivers or driving in the city);
• dynamic traction control;
• monitoring of blind spots.

What other safety and comfort systems the manufacturer will install on the new Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 is anyone's guess. According to experts, there will be the same systems as on the new BMW 1-Series.

Configuration and price of Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020

It would seem that no variety in technical characteristics and a minimum of choice in the interior of the Mini Cooper S 5D 2019 will not present a large number of trim levels for the buyer. In fact, the opposite is true, depending on the country of delivery, this figure will change, but the main document lists 4 configurations.

Configuration and price of Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020
Complete set	Transmission	Price from, USD ($)
Base	6 tbsp. Manual transmission	27550
Regular	6 tbsp. Automatic transmission	28800
Sport S	sport 7 tbsp. Automatic transmission	29300
John Cooper Works	sport 7 tbsp. Automatic transmission	32410

The starting price is indicated for each complete set Mini Cooper S 5D 2019-2020, as they additionally offer to install many decorative details, both inside and outside. In general, the changes to the charged 5-door hatchback Mini Cooper S 5D 2018-2019 are not significant, but quite noticeable. The car has taken on a more British style and improved interior. It is assumed that sales of 5 doors will be an order of magnitude higher than that of a similar three-door.

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