MINI Hatchback 1.6 Cooper 3d (01) (2001/51) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
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Economy
Value
Gets expensive once you start adding extras.
Costs
Five years servicing for £100 is good, but fuel economy could be better.
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On the road
Driving
Handles beautifully.
Performance
Sluggish under 4000rpm.
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Living with it
Reliability
My experience has been appalling.
Image
A real headturner.
Comfort
Consider it a 2+2 and you'll get the right idea.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm costs an extra £200!
Service
Very very poor, dealer is hopeless and customer services are useless.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Problems with a rough idle and poor performance.
Other
Front suspension, interior trim, stereo, clock, electric mirror, central locking and seats.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No