Mini Cooper Body Structure

The Mini Cooper was brought to the United States by BMW.  The US introduction in 2001 of the First generation Mini Cooper (2001-2006) had two models,  a 3-door hatchback and a 2-door convertible.  The second generation Mini Cooper  (2007 – present) has grown to several different models that include a 3-door hatchback, 5-door estate, 2-door convertible, and a 5-door SUV.

2007 to Present Mini Coopers

The Mini Cooper is made from a bunch of different steels.  High-strength steel, tailored rolled blanks, aluminum door elements, and a magnesium carrier bar for the dashboard between the A-pillars.  So if this car catches fire, be prepared for the 4^th of July light show when you hit the passenger compartment with a fire stream.  The door reinforcements are diagonally arranged and an aluminum extrusion-pressed. You can see this in the body structure image in the posting.  The Generation 2 body structure is ultra-rigid and more advanced than the first generation. 

2007-2011 Mini Cooper Body Structure

2001 – 2006 Mini Coopers

2006 Mini Cooper S