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Mini Convertible R52 Cooper 1.6i 16V (116 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mini Convertible:
The Mini is a two-door, four-seat small car produced for four decades over a single generation, with many names and variants, by the British Motor Corporation and its successors British Leyland and the Rover Group, and finally under BMW ownership. Minis were built as fastbacks, estates, convertibles, and various other body styles. Minus a brief 1990s hiatus, from 1959 into 2000, an estimated 5. 38 million of all variations combined were built, and the Mini's engines also powered another 2 million Mini Metros, though the Mini eventually outlasted its successor....(Read more on Wikipedia)
R52 Overview:
Mini Convertible (R52). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1250 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.8 s). The top speed reaches 193 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mini Convertible R52 was not specifically tested by Euro NCAP. The closely related Mini Hatch (R50/R53) received 4 stars for adult occupant protection in 2002, providing a general indication of the platform's safety.
Cooper 1.6i 16V (116 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine offering good everyday performance, responsive and enjoyable with the manual transmission.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for a convertible, providing a good balance between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic styling
- • Engaging handling
- • Open-air driving experience
- • Strong performance from Cooper S
- • Good fuel economy on naturally aspirated models
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger space
- • Small boot with roof down
- • Firm ride quality
- • Potential for common Mini reliability issues
- • CVT transmission can be unrefined
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Convertible |
| Generation: | R52 |
| Modification (Engine): | Cooper 1.6i 16V (116 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | W10B16A |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 193 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1250 |
| Max. weight: | 1575 |
| Max load: | 325 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 605 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 120 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3635 mm mm |
| Width: | 1688 mm mm |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2467 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1458 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1466 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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