The re-born Mini was re-born again for 2007. This second-generation model heads into 2010 with minimal changes to specifications, and a few positive (read downward) price adjustments.
Mini continues to be a hit for BMW, proving that people will gladly go small, and in fact pay a bit of a premium for it, if you throw in some character, performance, and the fun factor.
There is fun to be had from shifting its slick 6-speed manual, from its crisp handling, and from its torquey 1.6-litre engine, which is also quite fuel efficient.
About the only downsides are the tight back seat and cargo confines, and a somewhat choppy ride (courtesy of its relatively small wheelbase).
The Two-Door Hatch car comes in Cooper Classic ($22,800), Cooper ($24,900), Cooper S ($29,900), and John Cooper Works ($36,600).
The Convertible come as follows: Cooper ($29,950), Cooper S ($36,350), and John Cooper Works ($42,500).
Classic and Cooper models feature the 118-hp naturally-aspirated engine, while Cooper S and John Cooper Works models have turbocharged engines rated at 172 and 208 horsepower, respectively.
There are two new packages for 2010 — Camden and Mayfair — to commemorate Mini’s 50th anniversary.
Exclusive interior and exterior colours and a unique list of special equipment distinguish both the $4,850 Camden package and the $5,000 Mayfair package. Most notable on Camden is “Mission Control,” which gives driver voice messages. Some messages are about the vehicle, some about the driving conditions, and some are just plain funny ("Whopeeee!").
Mini Canada will also offer, for the first time and only in the production months of October and November, a special Winter Edition, featuring (among other items) Pirelli winter tires on steel rims, and heated front seats.
photo: Mini
Mini continues to be a hit for BMW, proving that people will gladly go small, and in fact pay a bit of a premium for it, if you throw in some character, performance, and the fun factor.
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There is fun to be had from shifting its slick 6-speed manual, from its crisp handling, and from its torquey 1.6-litre engine, which is also quite fuel efficient.
About the only downsides are the tight back seat and cargo confines, and a somewhat choppy ride (courtesy of its relatively small wheelbase).
The Two-Door Hatch car comes in Cooper Classic ($22,800), Cooper ($24,900), Cooper S ($29,900), and John Cooper Works ($36,600).
The Convertible come as follows: Cooper ($29,950), Cooper S ($36,350), and John Cooper Works ($42,500).
Classic and Cooper models feature the 118-hp naturally-aspirated engine, while Cooper S and John Cooper Works models have turbocharged engines rated at 172 and 208 horsepower, respectively.
There are two new packages for 2010 — Camden and Mayfair — to commemorate Mini’s 50th anniversary.
Exclusive interior and exterior colours and a unique list of special equipment distinguish both the $4,850 Camden package and the $5,000 Mayfair package. Most notable on Camden is “Mission Control,” which gives driver voice messages. Some messages are about the vehicle, some about the driving conditions, and some are just plain funny ("Whopeeee!").
Mini Canada will also offer, for the first time and only in the production months of October and November, a special Winter Edition, featuring (among other items) Pirelli winter tires on steel rims, and heated front seats.
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