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Classic, sporty, efficient, and versatile are just some of the adjectives used to describe the revised, one-of-a-kind 2011 Mini Cooper.
Mini has made a long list of revisions to Cooper lineup for 2011, and the 2011 Mini Cooper gets numerous exterior and interior upgrades as well as a slight power boost under the hood. Power now comes from a 121-horsepower, 1.6-liter inline-four engine, which is mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission with auto-manual capability. The Cooper competes with the VW New Beetle, Volkswagen Eos, and BMW 1 Series, but exceeds all of them when it comes to fuel economy with 27-29 mpg in the city and 35-37 mpg on the highway.
The 2011 Mini Cooper, which is available as both a hard top and a convertible, receives fresh styling touches to the bumper, larger fog lamps, and new taillight assemblies. The convertible now features an active roll bar, not immediately noticeable to the casual observer. Choose between exterior options like 15-, 16-, or 17-inch, adaptive xenon headlights, auto-leveling front/rear fog lights, heated mirrors, and a dual-panel panoramic power sunroof for the hardtop. The Cooper convertible features a power soft-top that can open fully, or partially giving a sunroof effect.
Inside the 2011 Mini Cooper, you’ll notice the familiar center-mounted tachometer with audio and optional navigational system controls below it. Speaking of the audio system, HD radio and one free year of Sirius Satellite Radio are included. The navigation system can update maps through a USB port, which means you’ll always have the latest directions and information. Choose between cloth, leatherette, or leather upholstery, as well as optional heated seats and a Mini Connected system that has Bluetooth® connectivity and voice recognition.
The Mini Cooper might be small in stature, but it stands tall when it comes to safety. Side-impact torso airbags and curtain airbags are standard in the hardtop, while the convertible features side-impact head/torso airbags. Dynamic Stability Control keeps the Mini Cooper poised in low-grip situations, while four-wheel antilock disc brakes help the Cooper to stop on a dime.
The 2011 Mini Cooper remains one of the tossable, agile cars on the road today. Throw in its hip retro styling and super fuel efficiency, and this Mini starts to look like a huge deal.