2001-2006 Cabrio OverviewMini Cabrio Overview (2001 - 2006)
R52
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 134 mph
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- 7.4 - 11.8 seconds
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- 89 - 168 hp
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- 26.7 - 32.2 mpg
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- 2,734 - 2,899 lbs
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- 5.8 - 21.4 ft3
This generation of the Mini Cabrio (R52) was produced by the British manufacturer Mini between 2001 - 2006. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Convertible. There are three power levels available from either a 1.6 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 1.6 L Inline 4 Supercharged gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Cabrio is the Mini Cooper S Cabrio which scores 2.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 168 hp and a power/weight ratio of 17.26 lb/hp it has a top speed of 134 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mini One Cabrio is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 425 miles and can store 5.8-21.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,433 lbs.