product.specifications
specs.engine_size1598 cc
specs.fuel_typePremium
specs.transmission6 speed manual
specs.drivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
specs.combined_mpg28 MPG
product.comparison_title
| MINI Cooper S product.this_vehicle |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| product.price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| specs.engine_capacity | 1598 cc | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| specs.fuel_type | Premium | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| specs.transmission | 6 speed manual | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| specs.body_type | Hatchback | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
product.about
The 2003 Mini Cooper S is a certified car with a spirited performance, boasting 163 horsepower and a quick 7.4-second 0-60 mph acceleration. This front-wheel-drive hatchback offers a balanced driving experience with an MPG of 28 combined.
product.pros
- Certified safety status
- No complaints on record
- Good highway MPG
- Manual 5-speed transmission
product.cons
- 4 recalls on record
- Premium fuel required
product.complaints_section
product.no_complaints
product.submit_complaintproduct.recalls_section4 total
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product.status_history
status.safe→status.certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 98. 4 data points. v3 scoring.
status.avoid→status.safe27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 84. 11 data points. v3 scoring.
status.safe→status.avoid22 May 2026
Lemon Score: 28. 11 data points.
status.uncertain→status.safe17 May 2026
Lemon Score: 90. Auto-inferred from 5 data points.