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In 2008 Mini released the Cooper Clubman to the car-buying market. The Cooper came in four configurations: Clubman, S Clubman, and Base. The Clubman configuration is powered by the 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 34 - 37 highway miles and 26 - 28 city. The Cooper competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Honda.
Buyers of the Mini Cooper are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The Cooper has been one of the premier vehicles of the Mini line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2008 model is no exception. The Mini Cooper falls into the convertible for the family category. People who purchase the Cooper have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.
A high point in the coupe market is the Mini Cooper. In 2008 Mini rolled out an upgraded version of the Cooper with four versions: Clubman, S Clubman, and Base. Sales for the Cooper, especially the Cooper S Clubman, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
Several things can be said about the Mini Cooper series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The four-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.