Car leasing: 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
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- 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.
Thinking of buying the 2006 MINI Cooper?
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2006 MINI Cooper for sale by us right now. CarmaCars is not a leasing company. You can rent month to month and stop at the end of any booking. Here is what to know about the 2006 MINI Cooper before buying one.
Recalls and complaints
Owners filed 449 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, steering and power train; have those parts checked. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
Under the hood
The 1.6L 4-cylinder is what moves it, with front-wheel drive. 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.
It is rated 8.6 L/100 km combined: about 26 litres every 300 km. Driving 300 km 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.
What to expect from the Cooper
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo. Luggage space is rated at 198 litres: about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Who rents the Cooper
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
A longer test drive
Rent the Cooper for a week and see how it fits your life. If the Cooper is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Money matters
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. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Within the 2006 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Still deciding?
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with 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.