2006 MINI Cooper consumer reviews

Got 227,000 and all I ever did was change oil, plugs at a 100,000 miles, two new batteries. Just put the second set of brakes in the car and I will easily get another 75,000 miles.

This is a safe and practical car that gets awesome mileage and is easy to drive. It is much roomier than it looks so don't be deceived by its appearance, you have to sit in it and drive it to truly appreciate the vehicle.

I love my Mini and would recommend one to anyone. The mpg is amazing! It's fun to drive. Only issue is the turbocharged engine does burn a lot of oil which is typical for Minis. I check mine every time I fill up!

I love my Mini so much. The exterior styling and overall performance are both outstanding. I upgraded the interior as I do not like the base trims. There are so many options. The car drives like no other (although, I do not recdommend run- flat tires as they provide a rough ride). I suggest getting the interior chrome package, double sunroofs and upgraded radio. I prefer leather or cloth seats, not vinyl. -- As soon as I am able - I am going to buy another one.

It isn't the car for everyone, but it has more room than you would think (I'm over six foot, and about 240lbs). The mileage is great, still about 32 on the highway. The fun factor is the best part. I did have to get rid of the run flat tires; too hard.

You're like part of your Mini, going FAST exactly where you point it. ...and man is it FUN! Instrumentation and the on-board computer are sweet supelatives on this wildly exciting little pocket rocket. Premium fuel requirement? You won't mind; it's worth every couple of extra cents getting smooth 'meaningful' response to fuel injected; your Kumhos grippng ground like they are glued to it. Seat adjustabiity is great and with all of this you get amazing bragging rights to your fuel economy!

At the age of 62 , there is no other car for me , Ive had mustangs , vw . Both fast but not the quailty love my mini S with paddles

All the bells and whistles my 2006 GT Mustang DIDN'T have. What a sheer pleasure it is to drive this car! I didn't get the turbo 'S' model, but am happy with the 34 mpg and the pep it has to get up the mountain. The only thing that 'bothers' me, if you will, is the narrow seating. Otherwise, it's a dream car. Everything I need to haul things back and forth to my business too.

Drivers seat adjusts very well so that long trips do NOT cause any back ache. Love the way the car responds. The only minus is the position of the front air vents. I average 30 mpg still after 5 years. The sun roof is massive, and more than compensates for not being a convertible. Fun to drive and surprisingly roomy.

I've always kept an eye on a Mini Cooper, but would never move any further. In Dec. of 2010, started searching the internet and found a number in my region. Did the research, compared pricing and narrowed the field to an '06 Cooper. Drove it, loved it, bought it... I'm a very satisfied Mini Cooper owner :)