What engine is in a R53 Mini Cooper S?
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| Cooper | Cooper S Works GP | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1598cc, in-line 4cyl | 1598cc, in-line 4cyl, supercharged |
| Max power | 113bhp @ 6000rpm | 215bhp @ 7100rpm |
| Max torque | 110lb ft @ 4500rpm | 184lb ft @ 4600rpm |
| Weight | 1050kg | 1090kg |
Is the R53 MINI Cooper S supercharged?
The R53 Mini Cooper S has an Eaton Roots-type supercharger, so yes, it whines! But the R53 is more than just a cute, retro-styled hatch with a bit of straight-line performance. The steering, unlike the setups in most modern hot hatches, actually offers genuine feedback.
Are R53 Mini Coopers reliable?
Also, the later R53 Mini Cooper S models are more reliable than the early ones. The 2003 ones, for example, don’t have that third-gear lurch, R says, and came from the factory with better ECU tuning. However, all pre-2003 cars should have the official re-flash by now.
Which Mini is better R53 or R56?
R53 is more bare bones performance, simpler design inside, racier, supercharger whine is the best. Tons of ways to mod for true performance. R56 is more isolated inside.
What does R53 MINI mean?
Hatchbacks/Hardtops (R50, R53, R56 and F56 models) are defined as any 2 door MINI Cooper that seat 4 and have a ‘hatchback’ type trunk that hinges from the top of the roof and has a boxy overall shape (not to be confused with the R58 Coupe).
Which is faster R53 or R56?
The R53 was quicker from the off, felt much more in touch with the road (not that the R56 didn’t), felt nimbler in the twisty bits but was not as refined in traffic!
Is the R56 bigger than the R53?
The length differences aren’t huge – three or four inches in length at most, and probably less than that much in any other dimension. The R56 can look significantly larger than the R53, though, mostly because of its shape.
How much HP does a 2004 Mini Cooper S have?
115 to 163 hp2004 MINI Cooper / Horsepower
How fast is a 2004 Mini Cooper S?
It’s capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.9 seconds, considerably quicker than the standard Cooper (Top speed is electronically limited to 135 mph.)
How do I know if my Mini Cooper is an R53?
The R53 had chrome side marker lights with a red S and clear lights while the R50 has orange lights. Shop for parts for parts and accessories for the 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 R53 Cooper S Hatchback model here.
Which MINIs have Peugeot engines?
The current Prince engine family jointly developed by BMW and Peugeot is available in 1.4- and 1.6-liter displacements. A turbocharged version of the engine found in the standard MINI Cooper is also used in the Cooper S. Peugeot uses these engines in the 207 and 308, and Citroen puts them in the new C4.
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