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2008 Mini Cooper S
Vehicle Summary: 2008 Mini Cooper S
The petite Mini Cooper S is the higher-performance variant of an instantly recognizable icon. It sticks out among cookie-cutter small cars, and for less money the Mini Cooper S can keep up with many sports cars. It comes powered by a turbocharged version of an already peppy four-cylinder engine. The standard transmission is a six-speed manual. A six-speed automatic is optional. The automatic can be shifted manually via steering-wheel-mounted paddles, and it has a sport mode. A sport suspension provides sharper handling than the base Mini Cooper. Mini Coopers can be personalized with a litany of options and accessories, which add to the appeal but also run up the price tag.
Speedy Sprite
The Mini Cooper S is the sportier version of the neo-classic Mini Cooper, for those who like to drive aggressively and then squeeze into a tight parking spot.
Highs
- Peppy performance
- Good fuel economy
- Fun Styling
- Easy to park
Lows
- Limited cargo room, unless rear seats are folded down
- Cramped backseat
- Tiny Trunk
- Pricey for its size, especially with options
What's New
- No major changes
Specs at a Glance:
2008 Mini Cooper S
$21,200
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