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Mini Convertible R52 One 1.6i (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
R52 Overview:
Mini Convertible (R52). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 1240 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.5 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Mini Convertible R52 was not specifically tested by Euro NCAP. The closely related Mini Hatch (R50/R53) received 4 stars for adult occupant protection in 2002, providing a general indication of the platform's safety.
One 1.6i (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Entry-level performance, suitable for relaxed city driving but lacks power for spirited acceleration or highway overtaking.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, making it economical for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic styling
- • Engaging handling
- • Open-air driving experience
- • Strong performance from Cooper S
- • Good fuel economy on naturally aspirated models
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger space
- • Small boot with roof down
- • Firm ride quality
- • Potential for common Mini reliability issues
- • CVT transmission can be unrefined
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(R52: 2005 - 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Convertible |
| Generation: | R52 |
| Modification (Engine): | One 1.6i (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | August, 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 56.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | W10B16A [Same engine] More details about the engine W10B16A |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 112.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1240 |
| Max. weight: | 1565 |
| Max load: | 325 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 605 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 120 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3635 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1688 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2467 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1458 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1466 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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