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2005 Mini Cooper: Quick Overview
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2005 Mini Cooper Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2005 |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Trim | - |
| Style | Hatchback |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Category | Minicompact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Germany |
| Manufacturing City | OXFORD |
Dimensions
| Doors | 2-Door |
| Curb Weight | 1144.87 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 1515 kg |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 115 High Power 1.6-L i4 |
| Engine Size | 1.6L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | $16,950 USD |
| Invoice Price | $15,255 USD |
| Delivery Charges | $550 USD |
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What Problems Does the 2005 Mini Cooper Have?
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How long will the 2005 Mini Cooper last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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2005 Mini Cooper Prices and Market Value
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2005 Mini Cooper Cost of Ownership
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2005 Mini Cooper Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
49.97 liters
City Mileage
10.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.03 km/l
2005 Mini Cooper Safety Rating
NHTSA
IIHS
2005 Mini Cooper Recalls & Defects
Exterior Lighting:headlights
Recall date
2008-08-11
Recall no.
08e050000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
K2 Motor IS Recalling 1,921 Aftermarket Headlamps OF Various Models Sold FOR USE ON THE Above Listed Vehicles. These Headlamps ARE Missing THE Amber Side Reflex Reflector Which Fails TO Conform With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Without THE Amber Side Reflex Reflectors, THE Lighting Visibility MAY BE Affected, Possibly Resulting IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
K2 Motor Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund. THE Recall Began ON Decemeber 17, 2008. Owners MAY Contact K2 Motor AT 1-909-839-2992.
Notes
This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Manufactured BY Honda, Ford, or Chrysler Llc. Customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Exterior Lighting:headlights
Recall date
2009-05-11
Recall no.
09e025000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Dope, Inc. IS Recalling 42,540 Combination Corner and Bumper Lamp Assemblies OF Various Part Numbers Sold FOR USE AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR Various Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased Lighting Visibility MAY Result IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Dope, Inc. Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund FOR THE Noncompliant Combination Lamps. THE Safety Recall Began ON July 28, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Dope, Inc. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Notes
This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Dope, Inc.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen. Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
AIR Bags:frontal
Recall date
2015-04-06
Recall no.
15v205000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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, and Exposure Issues, THE Front Passenger Seat Occupant Detection MAT MAY NOT Function Properly And, AS A Result, THE Front Passenger AIR BAG MAY NOT Deploy IN A Crash.
Consequence
AN Improperly Functioning MAT MAY Cause THE Passenger Frontal AIR BAG TO BE Inactive When THE Seat IS Occupied, and IN THE Event OF A Crash, THE AIR BAG Will NOT Deploy, Increasing THE Passenger's Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
Mini Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace THE Front Passenger Seat Occupant Detection Mat, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON October 12, 2015. Owners MAY Contact Mini Customer Service AT 1-866-825-1525.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Steering:electric Power Assist System
Recall date
2015-10-15
Recall no.
15v660000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
BMW OF North America, LLC (Bmw) IS Recalling Certain Model Year 2002-2005 Mini Cooper and Cooper S Vehicles and 2005 Cooper and Cooper S Convertible Vehicles. THE Affected Vehicles MAY Experience Temporary or Permanent Loss OF THE Electro-Hydraulic Steering Assistance.
Consequence
IF THE Vehicle Experiences A Loss OF Power Steering Assist, Extra Steering Effort Will BE Required AT Lower Speeds, Potentially Increasing THE Risk OF A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Mini Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Inspect THE Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering System, Replacing THE Components and Wiring, AS Necessary, Free OF Charge. Interim Notices Were Mailed TO Owners ON December 10, 2015. Owners Will Receive A Second Notice When Remedy Parts Become Available. Owners MAY Contact Mini Customer Service AT 1-866-825-1525.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
2005 Mini Cooper Insurance
Insurance for a 2005 Mini Cooper is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Hatchback with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2005 Mini Cooper Compare to Other Hatchback?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2005 Mini Cooper a Good Hatchback?
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Eugene is an automotive enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in the used car market. As a writer at VINCheck.info, he brings deep industry insight and a passion for cars, helping readers make smart, informed decisions. Eugene has written hundreds of used car reviews and is known for breaking down complex automotive topics into clear, actionable advice. Over the years, he has driven and worked on a wide range of vehicles—starting with tuning street cars in his early days and eventually focusing on performance upgrades and reliability improvements. Today, he specializes in evaluating used vehicles through the lens of real-world ownership and enthusiast needs. A longtime fan of Porsche, Eugene especially appreciates vehicles that blend durability with driving enjoyment.