MINI Safety Reports

It is smart to research the safety of a any vehicle you are considering for purchase.  A recent customer ask about the safety of the newer MINI Cooper models.  Some research on the Internet turned up two key reports that detail the safety of the MINI.  

 Here are the links:

 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety:

US News:

The Insurance Institute report is very detailed and I encourage you to take a look.  Overall the MINI was rated to have very good safety.  Here is a list of its key safety features:

  • Driver Air Bag
  • Passenger Air Bag
  • Front Head Air Bag
  • Rear Head Air Bag
  • Front Side Air Bag
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Brake Assist
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Traction Control
  • Auto-Leveling Headlights

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