Car financing: 2006 MINI Cooper
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.6 to 10.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.6 to 10.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2006 MINI Cooper for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2006 MINI Cooper specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder | 1.6L 4-cylinder supercharged | 1.6L 4-cylinder supercharged |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.3 L/100 km | 7.7 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.6 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 201 g/km | 216.5 g/km | 230 g/km | 237 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.05 | $16.10 | $17.15 | $17.68 |
2006 MINI Cooper: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 1.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 23 | 21 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 33 | 31 | 29 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 28 | 26 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 34 | 31 | 29 | 28 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) | 198 L (7 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,000 | US$3,225 | US$3,400 | US$3,517 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,010 | $3,220 | $3,430 | $3,536 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2006 MINI Cooper
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 449 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (218), steering (116) and power train (50). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V205000 | 2015-04-06 | air bags:frontal | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 MINI Cooper and Cooper S vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to November 28, 2006, and 2005-2008 MINI Cooper Convertible and Cooper S Convertible vehicles manufactured January 5, 2005, to July 31, 2008. Due to manufacturing, installation,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2006 MINI Cooper: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2006 MINI Cooper; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page sets out the 2006 MINI Cooper for buyers, in plain words.
What to check on the Cooper
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
The numbers in plain words
The 1.6L 4-cylinder, paired with a 5-speed manual, drives it. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Combined fuel use is 8.6 L/100 km: about 26 litres for 300 km. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $45.15 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,000 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
When the Cooper makes sense
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Living with the Cooper
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo. In plain terms, its 198 litres of luggage space hold about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
A longer test drive
Drive the Cooper on your commute before you commit to it. A week with the Cooper answers more than any brochure. Rent the Cooper for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Which one to look for
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Running costs
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$3,000 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $15.05 in fuel.
Your move
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2006 MINI Cooper from us first.
Ask us about the 2006 MINI Cooper
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 MINI Cooper for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 MINI Cooper
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 MINI Cooper?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2006 MINI Cooper before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2006 MINI Cooper have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 MINI Cooper cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,000 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3010.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.