Engine: 1.6-liter sohc inline-4

Engine Options: 115-hp 1.6-liter SOHC inline-4; 168-hp 1.6-liter SOHC inline-4

Transmission: 5-speed manual

Transmission Options: 5-speed manual; 6-speed manual; Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT); six-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Corner Brake Control, Electronic Traction Control; dual frontal and side-impact airbags; front and rear head-protection airbags

Optional Safety Equipment: Dynamic Stability Control; run-flat tires

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Oxford, England

Model Tested: Mini Cooper Convertible ($21,450)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning w pollen microfilter & air recirculation; automatic convertible top, automatic cloth sunroof; AM/FM/CD w six speakers, auxiliary input ready, satellite radio ready, pre-wired for remote 6-disc CD changer; power windows with auto-down, power locks, remote keyless entry, rear wiper, leatherette, three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel w/tilt; flat tire monitor; check control vehicle monitoring system, center-mounted speedometer; steering-column mounted tachometer

Options as Tested: 6-way adjustable sport seats ($300); heated front seats ($270); Silver metallic paint ($420); Space Gray/Panther Black cloth (N/C); Anthracite trim (N/C)

Destination Charge: 550

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 115 @ 6000

Torque: 110 @ 4500

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 27/35

Wheelbase: 97.1 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 142.8/75.8/55.9 inches

Track Front/Rear: 57.4/57.7 inches

Turning Cycle: 34.9 feet

Seating Capacity: 4 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 38.8/NA/41.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 37.6/NA/31.3 inches

Trunk Volume: 21.3 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: McPherson strut

Ground Clearance: 4.5 inches

Curb Weight: 2524 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 175/65R16

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 13.2 Gallons