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2003 Mini Cooper Road Test

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Khatir Soltani
Safety equipment includes standard dual front and side-impact airbags, run-flat tires, ABS brakes with EBD and optional ASC+T traction or DSC III traction and yaw control.

In review, the new Mini packs as much substance into its tiny frame as style. It's fit and finish is superb and performance nearly divine. I love it.

Specifications:

  • Price Range (MSRP):$24,950 - $42,005
  • Body Type: 2-door coupe
  • Layout: Front engine, FWD
  • Base Engine: 115 hp, 110 lb-ft, 1.6-L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
  • Optional Engine: 163 hp, 155 lb-ft, 1.6-L, 16-valve, DOHC, supercharged I-4
  • Transmission: 5-spd man (opt auto with manual mode, 6-spd man)
  • Brakes: disc/disc, ABS and EBD
  • Cargo Cap (seats folded): 670 L (23.7 cu ft)
  • Curb Weight: 1,145 kg (2,524 lbs)
  • Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 8.3 / 5.9 L/100km
  • Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive
  • Competitors: Ford Focus SVT, Honda Civic Si, Mercedes-Benz C230 Coupe, Nissan Sentra SE-R, VW Golf GTI/New Beetle
  • Web Site: www.mini.ca
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Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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  • Over 8 years experience as a car reviewer
  • Over 50 test drives in the last year
  • Involved in discussions with virtually every auto manufacturer in Canada