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Mini Convertible R52 Cooper 1.6i 16V (116 Hp) CVT
Overall Rating
Mini Convertible:
The Mini is a supermini car which has been made since July 2001. Colloquially known as the New Mini, all four generations have been produced as three-door hatchbacks and two-door convertibles, with a five-door hatchback body style added from the third generation. Introduced following the acquisition of the Mini marque by German carmaker BMW, it is a family of retro-styled cars with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The range has been marketed under various names, such as the Mini Cooper, Mini Hatch, Mini Hardtop, Mini One, and Mini John Cooper Works....(Read more on Wikipedia)
R52 Overview:
Mini Convertible (R52). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1256 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.2 s). The top speed reaches 182 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) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for city driving, but the CVT can feel sluggish and less engaging, impacting acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for an automatic convertible, making it a practical choice for daily commuting.
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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(F67: November, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Convertible |
| Generation: | R52 |
| Modification (Engine): | Cooper 1.6i 16V (116 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | October, 2004 |
| End of production: | August, 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 116 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 72.6 Hp/l [244mm less] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | W10B16A More details about the engine 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 |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1256 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 605 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 120 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3635 mm [244mm less] |
| Width: | 1688 mm [56mm less] |
| Height: | 1415 mm [16mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2467 mm [28mm less] |
| 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 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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