Moderate overlap front: original test
Rating applies to 2007-13 models
Tested vehicle: 2007 Mini Cooper 2-door
The Mini Cooper was redesigned for the 2007 model year. Frontal ratings are assigned by the Institute based on a test conducted by BMW (manufacturer of the Mini).
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | |
| Structure and safety cage | |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | |
| Chest | |
| Leg/foot, left | |
| Leg/foot, right | |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | |
Technical measurements for this test
Roof strength
Rating applies to 2007-13 models
Tested vehicle: 2009 Mini Cooper 2-door
| Overall evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 2,564 lbs |
| Peak force | 8,810 lbs |
| Strength-to-weight ratio | 3.44 |
Head restraints & seats
Seat type: Standard seats
| Overall evaluation | |
|---|---|
| Dynamic rating | |
| Seat/head restraint geometry |
Technical measurements for this test
About the head restraint & seat test
Currently, IIHS tests apply only to front seats.