2006 MINI Cooper S Overview

Introduction

The Mini Cooper S is the performance-tuned version of the regular Cooper. The shortest car on the road, it can be parked in the smallest of places. Yet it seats four, with surprisingly roomy back seats, and it can carry a generous amount of cargo.

The Mini Cooper S features a supercharged version of the four-cylinder engine, a six-speed manual gearbox, stiffer front and rear anti-roll bars for flatter handling, 16-inch wheels, and is available as a convertible or hatchback. The Cooper S has exterior trim that distinguishes it from the base model. Inside, the S adds sport seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. A six-speed automatic is optional. Safety features include anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution, front airbags and front side-impact airbags, curtain-style head-protection airbags for all passengers, seatbelt pretensioners, and a crash sensor that automatically unlocks the doors. The Cooper S also comes standard with traction control.

For 2006, The MINI Cooper S gets a new Checkmate trim package with exclusive interior and exterior modifications is now being offered for sedan models.