Question 1

What are the known problems of the Mini Cooper 1.6 Prince engine?

Accepted Answer

On the R56 Mini of 2006 to 2013 it can stretch its timing chain, above all in the turbocharged Cooper S, and the direct-injection versions build up carbon on the valves. Listen for a rattle on a cold start and check the oil consumption.

Question 2

Is the 1.5 three-cylinder in a used Mini Cooper reliable?

Accepted Answer

Yes, BMW's 1.5 three-cylinder, in the Cooper since 2014, has a far better record than the Prince engines it replaced. Its strong low-down pull suits the daily commute into Luxembourg City.

Question 3

How much road tax does a petrol Mini Cooper pay in Luxembourg?

Accepted Answer

Its CO₂ figure × 0.6 × a band factor that rises with emissions, so a Cooper pays less than a Cooper S or JCW. A petrol car at 120 g/km pays €57.60 a year.

Question 4

Which versions does the new petrol Mini Cooper come in?

Accepted Answer

The new petrol Cooper comes as a three- or five-door, as the One with 122 PS or the C with 156 PS, both with a dual-clutch automatic. The John Cooper Works three-door tops the range with 231 PS.

Used Mini Cooper petrol cars in Luxembourg

MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4

Mini Cooper 136 ps

MINI Cooper Cooper 5 Portes

MINI Cooper 5 portes

MINI Cooper C Cabrio

MINI Cooper C Cabrio

MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4

MINI John Cooper Works Mini John Cooper Works Aut.

MINI Cooper 5 doors + winter set

MINI John Cooper Works 2.0 231HP