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Haris · Oct 18th, 2003, 06:00 PM

Hey,

I have few questions, so whoever can answer it, I would appreaciate it.

1.) At what RPM does mini cooper CVT reach highways crusing speeds? Like 70 or 80 mph?

2.) Has anyone been driving 100 Mph in CVT mini? If so, how does it handle at those speeds? Is the car too shaky?

3.) I've read many complaints here about CVT mini having hard times with 4 passangers with A/C on? Is this true? Would it have problems going up the hill with that too?

Thanks alot!

Electrc109 · Oct 20th, 2003, 02:00 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Haris

Hey,

I have few questions, so whoever can answer it, I would appreaciate it.

1.) At what RPM does mini cooper CVT reach highways crusing speeds? Like 70 or 80 mph?

2.) Has anyone been driving 100 Mph in CVT mini? If so, how does it handle at those speeds? Is the car too shaky?

3.) I've read many complaints here about CVT mini having hard times with 4 passangers with A/C on? Is this true? Would it have problems going up the hill with that too?

Thanks alot!

1. I believe the engine speed is around 2000 rpms

2. Yes, its wonderful

3. the MINI would not have problems, just the driver.

nonsequitur · Oct 22nd, 2003, 05:11 AM

I like Electrc109's answers!

The MINI is an aerodynamic "brick" so it will run out of power at high speeds, BUT the car is stable, predicable, and quick. The CVT efficiently gets you to 100mph+ -- no drama. Handling (turns, braking, transitions, ...) is precise, clean reactions.

punkeyfunky · Oct 22nd, 2003, 08:02 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Haris

1.) At what RPM does mini cooper CVT reach highways crusing speeds? Like 70 or 80 mph?

2000-3000rpm, depending on exact speed. It's refined cruises beautifully.

Quote: Originally Posted by Haris

2.) Has anyone been driving 100 Mph in CVT mini? If so, how does it handle at those speeds? Is the car too shaky?

I've had 115mph and it's composed and stable.

Quote: Originally Posted by Haris

3.) I've read many complaints here about CVT mini having hard times with 4 passangers with A/C on? Is this true? Would it have problems going up the hill with that too?

I've not had problems, my MC/CVT just goes. Besides, if you are carrying any passengers, you're not really *driving* your MINI...

Lee

yukclee · Oct 22nd, 2003, 10:15 AM

I had the CVT/MC for more than a year now and here is my experience on your questions.
1. It should be around 2500-3000rpm
2. 100mph? Did that many times. Very stable. No problem.
3. I almost had the whole month wiht 4 adults with A/C on and had to climb up a long steep road when going out from my home. No problem with that at all.

YCLee

Oct 18th, 2003, 06:00 PM	#1
Haris MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2003 Local Time: 05:17 PM Posts: 5 Offline	Few questions! Hey, I have few questions, so whoever can answer it, I would appreaciate it. 1.) At what RPM does mini cooper CVT reach highways crusing speeds? Like 70 or 80 mph? 2.) Has anyone been driving 100 Mph in CVT mini? If so, how does it handle at those speeds? Is the car too shaky? 3.) I've read many complaints here about CVT mini having hard times with 4 passangers with A/C on? Is this true? Would it have problems going up the hill with that too? Thanks alot!

Oct 22nd, 2003, 05:11 AM	#3 (permalink)
nonsequitur Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Seattle area, WA Local Time: 03:17 PM Posts: 1,466 Offline	I like Electrc109's answers! The MINI is an aerodynamic "brick" so it will run out of power at high speeds, BUT the car is stable, predicable, and quick. The CVT efficiently gets you to 100mph+ -- no drama. Handling (turns, braking, transitions, ...) is precise, clean reactions. '02 MINI Cooper CVT (prod. date: 6/12/2002; Indi Blue/Black roof, R-81 7-hole 15x5.5" or NZO 16x6.5") '67 Austin Cooper S 1275 Mk1 (build date: 6/26/1967; Tartan Red/Black Roof, Minilite 10x4.5" or 10x6.0")

Oct 22nd, 2003, 10:15 AM	#5 (permalink)
yukclee MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Hong Kong Local Time: 10:17 PM Posts: 308 Offline	I had the CVT/MC for more than a year now and here is my experience on your questions. 1. It should be around 2500-3000rpm 2. 100mph? Did that many times. Very stable. No problem. 3. I almost had the whole month wiht 4 adults with A/C on and had to climb up a long steep road when going out from my home. No problem with that at all. YCLee Silk Green Black Top MC CVT

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Oct 20th, 2003, 02:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
Electrc109 DRIVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ormond by the Sea FL Local Time: 06:17 PM Posts: 696 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Haris Hey, I have few questions, so whoever can answer it, I would appreaciate it. 1.) At what RPM does mini cooper CVT reach highways crusing speeds? Like 70 or 80 mph? 2.) Has anyone been driving 100 Mph in CVT mini? If so, how does it handle at those speeds? Is the car too shaky? 3.) I've read many complaints here about CVT mini having hard times with 4 passangers with A/C on? Is this true? Would it have problems going up the hill with that too? Thanks alot! 1. I believe the engine speed is around 2000 rpms 2. Yes, its wonderful 3. the MINI would not have problems, just the driver.

Oct 22nd, 2003, 08:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
punkeyfunky UberGeek Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Milton Keynes Local Time: 10:17 PM Posts: 862 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Haris 1.) At what RPM does mini cooper CVT reach highways crusing speeds? Like 70 or 80 mph? 2000-3000rpm, depending on exact speed. It's refined cruises beautifully. Quote: Originally Posted by Haris 2.) Has anyone been driving 100 Mph in CVT mini? If so, how does it handle at those speeds? Is the car too shaky? I've had 115mph and it's composed and stable. Quote: Originally Posted by Haris 3.) I've read many complaints here about CVT mini having hard times with 4 passangers with A/C on? Is this true? Would it have problems going up the hill with that too? I've not had problems, my MC/CVT just goes. Besides, if you are carrying any passengers, you're not really driving your MINI... Lee

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