MINI Cooper vs Pontiac G6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Pontiac G6
Overview
| Spec | MINI CooperC Oxford Edition | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | C Oxford Edition | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | MINI CooperC Oxford Edition | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,500 | $20,490 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | MINI CooperC Oxford Edition | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 39 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.6 gal | 16.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | MINI CooperC Oxford Edition | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 161 hp | 164 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (best) | 156 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | MINI CooperC Oxford Edition | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 34.4 cu ft (best) | 14 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 785 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,014 lbs (best) | 3,305 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 112.3 in (best) |
| Length | 152.6 in | 189 in (best) |
| Width | 68.7 in | 70.6 in (best) |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 57.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | MINI CooperC Oxford Edition | Pontiac G6Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | MINI Cooper | Pontiac G6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C Oxford Edition $25,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $20,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | C Oxford Edition $26,500 MSRP | Base $21,165 MSRP |
| 3 | C Signature $29,500 MSRP | Base $22,220 MSRP |
| 4 | C Signature $30,500 MSRP | GT $24,080 MSRP |
| 5 | C Signature $34,600 MSRP | GT $24,180 MSRP |
| 6 | C Signature Plus $31,900 MSRP | GT $24,610 MSRP |
| 7 | C Signature Plus $32,900 MSRP | GT $24,710 MSRP |
| 8 | C Signature Plus $37,000 MSRP | GT $31,870 MSRP |
| 9 | S Signature $32,800 MSRP | GT $32,300 MSRP |
| 10 | S Signature $33,800 MSRP | GXP $28,480 MSRP |
| 11 | S Signature $37,900 MSRP | GXP $28,580 MSRP |
| 12 | C Iconic $33,600 MSRP | GXP $28,960 MSRP |
| 13 | C Iconic $34,600 MSRP | GXP $29,060 MSRP |
| 14 | C Iconic $38,700 MSRP | — |
| 15 | S Signature Plus $35,200 MSRP | — |
| 16 | S Signature Plus $36,200 MSRP | — |
| 17 | S Signature Plus $40,300 MSRP | — |
| 18 | S Iconic $36,900 MSRP | — |
| 19 | S Iconic $37,900 MSRP | — |
| 20 | S Iconic $42,000 MSRP | — |
| 21 | JCW Signature $38,900 MSRP | — |
| 22 | JCW Signature $44,600 MSRP | — |
| 23 | JCW Signature Plus $41,300 MSRP | — |
| 24 | JCW Signature Plus $47,000 MSRP | — |
| 25 | JCW Iconic $43,300 MSRP | — |
| 26 | JCW Iconic $49,000 MSRP | — |
MINI Cooper vs Pontiac G6 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 MINI Cooper or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 MINI Cooper vs 2009 Pontiac G6 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 MINI Cooper or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Pontiac G6 starts lower at $20,490.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 MINI Cooper or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,490).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 MINI Cooper or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2027 MINI Cooper leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 MINI Cooper or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (252).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 MINI Cooper or 2009 Pontiac G6?
- The 2009 Pontiac G6 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).