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Minihatch (2006-2013)

Used only
Small
Petrol/Diesel/Mild hybrid

£3,367Typical price

Test score

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The Mini (2006-2013) is the second-generation version of this iconic small car. It looks very similar to the original version that it replaced in 2006, but it's actually substantially new. But can this Mini live up to the reputation its predecessors enjoyed? And which of its many engine options is the best choice? Read our full review to find out.

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KEY TEST RESULTS
Comfort and practicality
Brand reliability 0-4 years

Jan 2024Last checked by Which?
Jul 2001First reviewed by Which?
Jul 2001Released

The overall Which? test score is made up of the following star ratings, all determined by our rigorous lab tests.

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Ease of driving

Overall
Visibility
Smoothness of power delivery
Driving stability
Cabin layout

How we test ease of driving

To find out how easy a car is to drive, we assess cars across a number of areas from visibility and handling to the layout of the cabin and how smoothly the engine delivers its power.

Performance

Overall
In-gear acceleration
Brakes

How we test performance

We test braking distances and whether the effectivess of the brakes fade with repeat use. Performanc is based on in-gear acceleration.

Comfort and practicality

Overall
Entry and exit
Seat comfort
Ride quality
Quietness
Seat space
Boot space (small and sports cars)

How we test comfort and practicality

Comfort and practicality includes how easy it is, or not, to get in and out of the car and the maximum height of occupants. We also measure road, wind and engine noise and assess how well the car deals with bumps from large potholes to jittery surfaces like cobble stones.

Euro NCAP

How we test euro ncap

Any car that receives a rating of three stars or less from Euro NCAP is made a Don't Buy. If a car has been available for more than four years and has not been tested by Euro NCAP, it cannot be a Best Buy.

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Car reliability 10-15 years

How we test car reliability 10-15 years

How reliable this car is, based on the real life feedback of current owners as collected in our annual Which? car survey. We divide all reliability feedback into three age groups: cars aged up to four years, five to nine years, and 10 to 15 years.

Brand reliability 0-4 years

Overall
Petrol reliability

How we test brand reliability 0-4 years

Our reliability ratings are based on the feedback from tens of thousands of UK motorists, as collected in our annual Which? car survey. We divide all reliability feedback into three age groups: cars aged up to four years, five to nine years, and 10 to 15 years.

Brand reliability 5-9 years

Overall
Diesel reliability

Brand reliability 10-15 years

Overall
Petrol reliability
Diesel reliability

General
Class	Small
Luxury	No
Convertible	No
Availability	Used only
Used price	£3,367 - £7,429
Fuel type	Petrol/Diesel/Mild hybrid
Tested fuel efficiency	35.3 to 58.7mpg
Length	3,709 to 3,729mm
Width (excluding wing mirrors)	1,683mm
Width (including wing mirrors)	1,900mm
Height	1,407mm
Driver max height
Second row passenger max height
Boot space with seats up
Number of seats	4 - 5
Folding rear seats	Yes
Isofix attachments	Yes
Turning circle	11.2 m
On sale date	07 July 2001
Lowest pence per mile cost	£11.82

Latest tested engine
Engine name	Cooper D
Fuel type	Diesel
Capacity and power	1.6-litre (110hp)
Transmission	6-speed manual
Driven wheels	Front-wheel-drive (FWD)
Fuel tank capacity	40 litres
Tested fuel economy: Combined (mpg)
Cost per mile	12.89p per mile
Cost of filling tank	£61
Monthly fuel cost
Annual fuel cost
Well-to-wheel (WTW) CO2 (g/km)	139
Braked tow load (KG)	750kg
Unbraked tow load (KG)	500kg
Engine test date	10 April 2007
Test programme	2001-2012

Engine two
Engine name	Cooper S
Fuel	Petrol
Capacity and power	1.6-litre (175hp)
Transmission	6-speed manual
Driven wheels	Front-wheel-drive (FWD)
Fuel tank capacity	50 litres
Tested fuel economy: combined mpg
Cost per mile	18.55p per mile
Cost of filling tank	£72
Monthly fuel cost
Annual fuel cost
Well-to-wheel (WTW) CO2 (g/km)	185
Engine test date	01 February 2007
Car test programme	2001-2012

Engine three
Engine name	Cooper SD
Fuel type	Diesel
Capacity and power	2-litre (143hp)
Transmission	6-speed manual
Driven wheels	Front-wheel-drive (FWD)
Fuel tank capacity	40 litres
Tested fuel economy: combined mpg
Cost per mile	11.82p per mile
Cost of filling tank	£61
Monthly fuel cost
Annual fuel cost
Well-to-wheel (WTW) CO2 (g/km)	145
Engine test date	30 May 2011
Car test programme	2001-2012

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