Mini Cooper S, 2005

Minis are powered by an agile four-cylinder, 1.6-liter 16-valve engine. In the Mini Cooper S, performance is enhanced by a mechanically-driven supercharger and intercooler. The supercharger produces a significant increase in engine charge, output, and performance, resulting in a 0-60 mph time of only 6.9 seconds. The Mini’s engine is a very clean unit, meeting all emissions requirements. The engine is one of the few on the market that requires no secondary air injection or exhaust recirculation to achieve this.<>

A key feature for Mini owners is freedom of expression. With 12 exterior colors available across the range, allied to contrasting roof and exterior mirrors in either black or white as standard, and a choice of alloy wheels finished in white or silver, there are over 300 ways to specify just the exterior of a standard Mini. Accessory items such as driving lights and sport packages increase that number still further.

Mini Cooper S has three doors and seat four full-sized adults in comfort. Mini’s full-size seats with integrated side airbags give comfort and support, including lateral support to help hold the driver and passenger in place during enthusiastic driving. Sports seats, lumbar support and two-level seat heating are all options. Seats are available in leather, leatherette or cloth. The car's striking interior is evolved from the minimalist original Mini. Fresh, modern materials such as aluminum tone facings add to the immediacy of the design.

Mini Cooper S features a classic central speedometer and, consistent with the sporty Cooper name, a rev counter on the steering column. Innovative toggle switches evoking Mini’s rally heritage add to a remarkably modern interior that could only be found on a Mini. Standard features such as electric windows and door mirrors, six-way adjustable seats, six-speaker CD audio system, air conditioning and available Xenon lighting express all Minis as small, yet premium products.