Analysis "Mini” (2006-present)

„Mini” is not only a model intended for those seeking the image cool but also premium class mini.

The second generation of BMW's guardianship was presented at the end of the year 2006 and was part of a new platform and complete body panels new, though there was the peculiar design, very little changed over the previous generation.

The length has increased by 60 mm, but the 3.65 meters long pozitionau British model without a shadow of a doubt in class mini. In the first phase, were launched two versions on petrol: Cooper (1.6 with 120 HP) and Cooper S (1.6 turbo with 173 HP). Later, in the year 2007 was launched the basic version, the so-called one, with a petrol engine of 1.4 and 95 hp. In April 2007, Mini has received and the first diesel engine: Mini One D (1.4 liters, 88 HP). In the year 2009, this has been replaced by a 1.6 liter engine, 90 horsepower, and one year before kick off version Cooper D, with the same 1.6 liter engine, but with 110 hp. In 2010, the top version, Cooper S has received a power boost, the engine 1.6 turbo arriving at 184 hp. In 2011 is available and Cooper SD, with a 2 liter diesel and 143 HP under the hood. Except induction propeller at this latest version, all other engines have been developed together with the group PSA ( Peugeot-Citroen ).

For those who have a Mini to it has to be said that this is one of the most agile and pleasant driving machines on the market. With all engines, Mini is faster, but is extremely economical. Although it is a class mini, mainly intended for use in the city, on roads with sharp turns, the Mini is in the element. Direction is in perfect condition and the level of traction is very high. Negative deck that you must have in mind that the driving axle is rather rigid, which make travel in the city does not provide too much comfort. The top version, regardless of the fact that we are talking about the of 173 HP or 184 hp is a real example of what it means fair play.

All engines are perfomante, even the 110 HP diesel being pleasant in order to find a new team. In the basic version, with the engine 1.4 95 HP, Mini is ideal for city, being economic, refined and perennials, without an excessive consumption. Although on the rear bench seat can be passengers in good condition, the luggage compartment is very small, making long journeys to be problematic for more than two persons.

Mini has the best resale value in the classroom mini or small, but it's expensive to maintain, although reports of reliability do not show serious deficiencies or faults that appear repeatedly.