Which Mini is supercharged?
The R53 Mini Cooper S has an Eaton Roots-type supercharger, so yes, it whines! But the R53 is more than just a cute, retro-styled hatch with a bit of straight-line performance. The steering, unlike the setups in most modern hot hatches, actually offers genuine feedback.
How much horsepower does a supercharged Mini Cooper have?
The supercharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder in the Cooper S delivers 168 horsepower and teams with a Getrag six-speed-manual gearbox or a six-speed-automatic transmission with paddles for manual-shift capability. Mini says the Cooper S can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7 seconds.
When did Mini change from supercharger to Turbo?
2007 2007 Mini Cooper S: Turbocharged versus Supercharged Before this version debuted and I had heard that Mini was switching from super- to turbocharging, it struck me odd. Granted, Toyota had done this with the MR2 — the first gen had a supercharged version, while the second-gen went to turbocharging.
What year Mini Cooper should be avoided?
Some of the lowest predicted reliability scores suggest 2006 through 2012 are the worst years for the Mini Cooper. And to be safe, there were problematic models in the earlier 2000s, as well.
Is a Mini Cooper S turbo or supercharger?
The first generation Mini Cooper S was supercharged. This was the first run, from years 2002 through 2006 in the US. Model year 2007 and up were turbocharged. , Previously owned an '06 for 10 years.
Is 2004 Mini Cooper S supercharged?
The Mini Cooper S ($19,449) adds a supercharged version of the four-cylinder engine, a six-speed manual gearbox, stiffer front and rear anti-roll bars for flatter handling and 16-inch wheels.
Is a 2008 Mini Cooper S supercharged?
The Mini Cooper is fresh from a complete redesign that was launched for the 2007 model year. But now a turbocharger in the Cooper S, in place of the old supercharger, delivers 177 pound-feet of torque from 1600 to 5000 rpm, significantly improving the sportier model's performance. …