Tyres and wheels for Mini Cooper S, wheel size on Мини Соопер С

Tires on Mini Cooper S (Мини)

The Mini Cooper S belongs to the category of compact hatchbacks and has been considered one of the brightest representatives of "hot" urban models since 2004. The idea is to take the classic Cooper and make it not just faster, but more technological, harder, and more exciting. Unlike the base version, the S uses reinforced nodes, different suspension settings, a more advanced engine set, and an extended list of available options.

First Generation

The Cooper S, which appeared in 2004, became the model with which the brand returned to the spirit of old rally "Minis", but in a modern interpretation. The basis was a 1.6-liter engine, to which a mechanical Eaton compressor was added. Instead of the usual turbocharging, the engineers chose a belt-driven supercharger: it provided linear traction and a sharp response, which was especially felt during urban accelerations. The suspension also differed from the standard Cooper. Stiff shock absorbers, reinforced levers, and a different kinematics of the rear multi-link - all this allowed the car to grip the curve even on broken coverage. The interior retained the proprietary "vintage", but for the S version, sports seats with a more dense filler, scales with an extended range, and enhanced noise insulation of the engine shield were added - the compressor was characterized by a distinctive noise during operation, the level of which was too high. The equipment included ESP, climate control, advanced for its time multimedia, and a set of chrome-plated decorative inserts.

Second Generation

The transition to the next generation in 2006 marked the abandonment of the compressor - here debuted a 1.6 turbo engine with direct injection. This seriously changed the character of the car: it became more elastic at medium speeds, and when accelerating, it felt not only fast but also more exciting. The turbine used a system of adjustable geometry of air supply and an intercooler of increased volume, which was located lower, but more efficiently blown.
The key change in the chassis was new shock absorbers, less "oak", but at the same time with more smoothed reactions to small irregularities. At the same time, handling became even more precise. During this period, proprietary discs with an increased area of ventilation of the spokes appeared for the Cooper S, designed for intensive cooling of the brakes - a popular request among owners of cars of the previous generation, who went out on track days.
The salon became more solid: soft plastic, improved seat materials, chrome-plated overlays in more expensive trim levels, adaptive lighting, curtain airbags, and reinforced deformation zones of the body. At the same time, the range of electronic assistants was expanded, including a stabilization system of the latest generation and an anti-slip system with more accurate settings.

Third Generation

With further development, the third-generation model of 2013 received a larger platform, new three-layer noise insulation, and a redesigned power frame made of high-strength steels. The S series engine switched to a two-circuit cooling system, a turbine with a lighter impeller, and an injection system with an improved spray nozzle. This helped reduce fuel consumption and at the same time make acceleration more sharp.

The wheel disks grew to 18 inches, and the tire profile became lower - to improve the response to the steering wheel and support a sporty driving style. Additionally, options such as adaptive suspension appeared, which can change the stiffness of the shock absorbers. Before proceeding to the selection of tires, it is worth noting that the Mini Cooper S is especially sensitive to wheels: an unsuccessful choice of width or profile easily disrupts its proprietary "karting" sharpness. The assortment of the "Mosavtoshina" online store helps to select tires and disks for a specific driving style and preserve the energy of the hatchback even on large diameters.

Advantages of selecting tires for the Mini Cooper S on our website:

- the catalog takes into account the nuances of the suspension of this car, so tires with a suitable lateral stiffness are available, which do not blur the proprietary precision of steering;
- correct sizes are selected for standard 16-18-inch disks, including lightweight models that reduce unsprung mass;
- the system automatically excludes unsuitable options that are too wide or with the wrong load index, which worsen the characteristics of this car;
- specialists will prompt the optimal tire for various operating modes: calm urban, mixed.