Volkswagen Beetle vs MINI Cooper
Overview | |
MSRP$20,220 | MSRP$27,400 |
Average price$14,527 | Average price$16,956 |
Listings1549 | Listings5291 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAs Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. | |
Reviews SummaryYou either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighborhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colors. We tested a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall4 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3020 lbs | Curb Weight2769 lbs |
Height58.6 in | Height55.7 in |
Length168.8 in | Length152.2 in |
Width71.9 in | Width75.9 in |
Wheelbase100.1 in | Wheelbase98.2 in |
Maximum Payload761 lbs | Maximum Payload694 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $20,220 | $27,400 |
Average price | $14,527 | $16,956 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | As Volkswagen prepares to 86 the Beetle in favor of its new retro retread, the electric I.D. Buzz, it has decided to use the little nod to nostalgia as one of the promotional platforms for its new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. With a new combustion cycle developed at VW, this larger engine offers the Beetle some extra economy for its final lap. But rather than letting the Beetle fade into iconic history, VW has a last blast to bestow in the form of a special “Coast” edition that comes with a unique trim treatment and paint job. | You either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighborhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colors. We tested a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 1.5L 134 hp I3 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5000 rpm | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 8.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3020 lbs | 2769 lbs |
Height | 58.6 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 168.8 in | 152.2 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 75.9 in |
Wheelbase | 100.1 in | 98.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 761 lbs | 694 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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