All 2007 MINI Cooper Experts' Reviews
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Base MSRP
Brand new
$ 22,950 - 30,600
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Avg Price
Used
$ 15,277
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Review details
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2007 MINI Cooper S
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By Rob Rothwell
Saturday, April 26, 2008
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (92%) |
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| Accessories (82%) |
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| Space and Access (76%) |
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| Comfort (77%) |
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| Performance (82%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (100%) |
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| Safety (77%) |
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| General Appreciation (90%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (90%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (50%) |
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| Cargo space and access (30%) |
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| Storage capacity (50%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (90%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (80%) |
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| Noise level (70%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Engine output (80%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (90%) |
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| Handling (90%) |
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| Braking (90%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (100%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (30%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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Pricey
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Ride can be harsh
No armrest
Cramped rear seating
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Highly spirited performer
Riveting engine "snarl"
Instantly responsive steering and brakes
Major fun factor
Perhaps the best retro-design out there
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (80%) |
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| Accessories (80%) |
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| Space and Access (76%) |
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| Comfort (82%) |
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| Performance (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (87%) |
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| Safety (82%) |
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| General Appreciation (90%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (90%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (50%) |
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| Cargo space and access (30%) |
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| Storage capacity (50%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (90%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (80%) |
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| Noise level (70%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Engine output (80%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (90%) |
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| Handling (90%) |
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| Braking (90%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (100%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (30%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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No red lights
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The speedometer is gargantuan
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New electric electromechanical power steering system
The engine's overboost function
A massive amount of driving fun
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (80%) |
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| Accessories (68%) |
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| Space and Access (62%) |
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| Comfort (70%) |
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| Performance (72%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (82%) |
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| Safety (70%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (90%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (50%) |
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| Cargo space and access (30%) |
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| Storage capacity (50%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (90%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (80%) |
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| Noise level (70%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Engine output (80%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (90%) |
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| Handling (90%) |
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| Braking (90%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (100%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (30%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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Nothing
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Quirky interior controls laughable rear seats
and cargo room
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Sports-car handling torque-rich engine
bang for your buck
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2007 MINI Cooper
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By Amyot Bachand
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (75%) |
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| Accessories (80%) |
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| Space and Access (68%) |
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| Comfort (77%) |
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| Performance (75%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (82%) |
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| Safety (82%) |
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| General Appreciation (80%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (90%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (50%) |
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| Cargo space and access (30%) |
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| Storage capacity (50%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (90%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (80%) |
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| Noise level (70%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Engine output (80%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (90%) |
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| Handling (90%) |
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| Braking (90%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (100%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (30%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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Rear space and access for rear passengers
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Premium fuel
Heated seats (No gradation)
Exterior Finish (fitting)
Road comfort on rough roads
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Exterior and interior Styling
handling
Fuel consumption
Suitable performances
Manoeuvrability
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (87%) |
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| Accessories (72%) |
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| Space and Access (72%) |
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| Comfort (80%) |
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| Performance (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (90%) |
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| Safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation (90%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (90%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (50%) |
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| Cargo space and access (30%) |
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| Storage capacity (50%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (90%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (80%) |
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| Noise level (70%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Engine output (80%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (90%) |
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| Handling (90%) |
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| Braking (90%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (100%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (30%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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Lack of rear legroom
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A center armrest costs $750
The CD player doesn't like its job
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Cute as a button
Fun handling and steering
Extremely low fuel consumption (super unleaded)
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Styling (80%) |
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| Accessories (76%) |
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| Space and Access (58%) |
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| Comfort (82%) |
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| Performance (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (92%) |
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| Safety (67%) |
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| General Appreciation (80%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (90%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (70%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (90%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (50%) |
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| Cargo space and access (30%) |
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| Storage capacity (50%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (90%) |
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| Driving position (90%) |
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| Suspension and ride (80%) |
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| Noise level (70%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (80%) |
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| Engine output (80%) |
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| Transmission (80%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (90%) |
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| Handling (90%) |
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| Braking (90%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (100%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (80%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (30%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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Huge blind spots
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High price
Noisy on the highway
Climate control lacks efficiency with top down
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Driving pleasure
Attractive looks
Performance and handling
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| Summary Rating: |
Complete Rating |
| Esthetics (80%) |
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| Accessories (80%) |
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| Space and Access (68%) |
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| Comfort (95%) |
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| Road Handling (100%) |
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| Engine and Transmission (90%) |
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| Security (100%) |
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| Esthetics |
| Exterior (80%) |
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| Interior (80%) |
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| Exterior Finish (80%) |
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| Interior Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Commodities and Equipment (80%) |
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| Instrumentation and Controls (80%) |
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| General Ergonomics (80%) |
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| Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning (80%) |
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| Audio System (80%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front Room and Access (80%) |
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| Rear Room and Access (60%) |
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| Trunk Size and Access (60%) |
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| Storage Capacity (60%) |
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| Access to the mechanical components (80%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (100%) |
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| Driving Position (100%) |
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| Suspension (100%) |
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| Sound Level (80%) |
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| Road Handling |
| Steering (100%) |
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| Road Handling (100%) |
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| Braking (100%) |
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| Engine and Transmission |
| Overall Performance (100%) |
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| Acceleration (100%) |
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| Shifter Knob (80%) |
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| Changing Gears (80%) |
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| Security |
| Air Bags (100%) |
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| Traction Control / Stability Control (100%) |
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| Mirrors (100%) |
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| Visibility (100%) |
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Not to be considered as a small family car
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Annoying hesitant throttle pedal
Extra weight
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Handling
Steering
Brakes (when warm, not hot)
Fuel consumption
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