The 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base is a Front-wheel drive Wagon. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 120 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base has cargo capacity of 350 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1340 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Rear park distance sensor and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a It has 17'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 131 N.m of torque and a top speed of 181 km/h. The 2011 MINI Cooper Countryman Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 11 seconds and hits quarter mile at 18.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.1 L/100km in the city and 6.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 27,850
| Name | Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ 27,850 | |
| Body | Wagon | |
| Doors | 4 Doors | |
| Engine | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve | |
| Power | 120 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 4 Seats | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode | |
| Cargo Space | 350.0 L | |
| Maximum Cargo Space | 1,170.0 L | |
| Wheel Type | 17'' alloy wheels | |
| Series | ||
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | |
| Horsepower | 120 HP | |
| Torque | 131 N.m | |
| Top Speed | 181 km/h | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 11.0 s | |
| Fuel Type | ||
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 8.1 L/100km | |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 6.6 L/100km | |
| Gear Type | auto | |
| Weight | 1,340 KG | |
| Brand | MINI | |
| Model | Cooper | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 18.1 s | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 127.2 km/h | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 30.0 s | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 143.0 km/h | |
| Modifications (MODS) | ||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 |
| Used Condition | Trade In Price | Private Party Price | Dealer Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding | $ 5,527 | $ 7,427 | $ 8,832 |
| Clean | $ 5,192 | $ 6,971 | $ 8,264 |
| Average | $ 4,523 | $ 6,060 | $ 7,128 |
| Rough | $ 3,853 | $ 5,149 | $ 5,993 |
Thanks to British character and German engineering, the 2011 Mini Cooper is a great pick for a small coupe or convertible.

Motoring fun doesn't have to destroy the planet, nor does eco-friendly driving have to be boring. The 2011 Mini Cooper is proof that you can be entertained by a lively car without drawing criticism from environmentalists. With agile handling, loads of charm and a cool factor that's hard to match, it's no surprise the Mini Cooper has remained so popular for so long.

Under the hood, the fun starts with the lively yet economical base 1.6-liter and moves up to the sporty turbocharged Cooper S and raucous John Cooper Works versions. There's not a whole lot of power here on the spec sheet (the base engine puts out just 121 horsepower, for instance) but the Mini doesn't weigh very much, either. This boosts fuel economy and helps the Cooper feel lively around town. The car's small size makes it a breeze to park, too. Inside, the Cooper is surprisingly spacious for two people, and Mini offers further enticement with a dizzying array of factory options and dealer-installed accessories.

It's not all sunshine and smiles, though. While the suspension is understandably tuned to foster the car's spry handling, there is a trade-off in a rather firm ride quality that might not suit some drivers (we highly recommend sticking with smaller wheels). The Cooper's rear seat has an almost comical lack of legroom, although the Cooper Clubman (reviewed separately) is a remedy.

If these qualities seem like turnoffs, it might be good to check out some alternatives. Hatchbacks like the 2011 Mazda 3/Mazdaspeed 3, 2011 Volvo C30 and 2011 Volkswagen Golf/GTI are all more practical thanks to their roomier seating and cargo areas. For a drop top, the 2011 BMW 1 Series is more refined and the Volkswagen Eos is more comfortable. That said, none of these cars can match the Cooper's unique blend of personality, performance and frugalness. For a small coupe or convertible, it comes highly recommended.

The 2011 Mini Cooper is available in two-door hatchback and convertible body styles. Each is available in three trim levels: Cooper, Cooper S and John Cooper Works (JCW).

The base Cooper comes standard with 15-inch alloy wheels, full power accessories, keyless entry, air-conditioning, cruise control, a height-adjustable driver seat, leatherette (vinyl) upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, multicolor ambient lighting and a six-speaker stereo with a CD player, HD radio, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio jack. The Cooper convertible models add 16-inch alloy wheels and a full power convertible top that includes a sunroof feature. The Cooper's Sport package adds 16-inch wheels on the hatchback and 17-inch wheels on the convertible, foglamps, traction control, a rear spoiler, sport seats and hood stripes.
The Cooper S adds 16-inch wheels, a turbocharged engine, firmer suspension tuning, foglamps, sport seats and alloy pedals. The Cooper S Sport package adds 17-inch wheels, xenon headlights, traction control and hood stripes. The John Cooper Works includes a more powerful turbo engine, upgraded Brembo brakes and cloth upholstery. A limited-slip differential and a firmer suspension can be fitted to both the S and the John Cooper Works.
Options are plentiful and arranged in several packages, with most features available à la carte. Major optional features include adaptive xenon headlights, a dual-pane sunroof, automatic climate control, heated front seats, keyless ignition/entry, a 10-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound audio system, Bluetooth and an iPod interface. Other options include different wheels, parking sensors, cloth or leather upholstery, a navigation system and a multitude of different interior trims and materials. As has been the case since the Cooper's debut, a multitude of dealer-installed features are additionally available.
The 2011 Mini Cooper comes with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine good for 121 hp and 114 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual with hill-start assist is standard and a six-speed automatic is optional. Mini estimates a manual-equipped hatchback will go from zero to 60 mph in 8.4 seconds (9.7 seconds with the automatic). EPA-estimated fuel economy is 29 mpg city/37 mpg highway and 32 mpg combined with the manual (27/35/31 convertible) and 28/36/31 with the automatic.
The Cooper S has a turbocharged version of the same engine good for 181 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque (192 lb-ft at full throttle thanks to an overboost function). Mini estimates 0-60 mph acceleration in 6.6 seconds for the manual and 6.8 seconds for the automatic. EPA estimated fuel economy is 27/36/30 with the manual and 26/34/29 with the auto.
The John Cooper Works cranks up the turbo boost to produce 208 hp and 192 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual is the only available transmission. Mini estimates a 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds for the hatchback and 6.6 for the convertible. Fuel economy is 25/33/28.
All 2011 Mini Coopers come standard with antilock disc brakes, stability control and front-seat side airbags. Side curtain airbags are standard on the hatchback, while the convertible features pop-up rollover bars and larger front side airbags that extend to head height. Traction control is optional. In braking, various Mini Cooper S models with 17-inch wheels stopped from 60 mph between 112 and 115 feet -- excellent results.
The Cooper has not been rated using the government's new, more strenuous 2011 crash testing procedure. Its 2010 rating (which isn't comparable to the new methodology) was four stars out of five for frontal and side impacts for both driver and passengers. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the hatchback its best rating of "Good" in the frontal-offset test, and its second-best score of "Average" in the side-impact and roof-crush tests.
No matter which flavor of 2011 Mini Cooper you might be interested in, you can expect thrilling handling and quick responses to driver inputs. On the downside, the Mini's ride is on the stiff side and can be rather loud, as well. Opting for the Cooper S or John Cooper Works models further stiffens the ride, leading us to recommend that mainstream buyers forego the sport suspension and larger wheels.
The base Cooper will likely satisfy most drivers, while the S adds quite a bit of excitement and the JCW turns the fun dial up to 11. The six-speed manual transmission is notable for its precise shifter and compliant clutch. The automatic isn't the smoothest-shifting unit in the world, but in Manual mode it responds quickly to the driver's inputs to the shift paddles on the steering wheel.
Of all the ways to describe the Mini Cooper's interior, we doubt anyone would call it boring. The massive center-mounted speedometer is a nod to the original Mini, but in terms of practicality, it comes off as a bit gimmicky. One of our main gripes of previous Minis was the oddly placed stereo control knobs. Fortunately, that has been rectified for 2011 with a slightly more conventional layout.
Despite the Mini Cooper's small size, the front seats are surprisingly spacious. There is no shortage of headroom or legroom and the cabin feels extraordinarily airy. The rear seats, by comparison, are much less accommodating, with a notable lack of legroom. Trunk space is also restrictive, at a very meager 5.7 cubic feet, but folding the rear seats flat increases cargo capacity to a very usable 24 cubes.
The convertible features a tailgate-style trunk opening with an upper package tray that can be raised to allow larger items to fit in the tiny 6-cubic-foot trunk. Unlike most convertibles, the Mini's rear seats can be folded flat to accommodate larger items, but the rollover hoops and soft-top mechanism prevent the loading of bulkier objects. Rear visibility for the convertible is poor with the top down and even worse with the top up.
| Engine | Standard in Trim | Power | Torque | Fuel Consumption - City | Fuel Consumption - Highway | 0-100 km/h | Quarter Mile | Half Mile |
|---|
| AM/FM stereo radio | Yes |
|---|---|
| Air Conditionning | Air conditioning |
| Air Conditionning (Option) | Automatic climate control |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| Intelligent Key System (Option) | Comfort Access |
| Power Door Locks | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes |
| Premium Sound System (Option) | Harman/Kardon surround sound system |
| Rear View Mirror (Option) | Auto-dimming rear view mirror |
| Remote Keyless Entry (Option) | Yes |
| Single CD | CD player |
| Special Feature (Option) | Media Connect |
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt steering wheel |
| Wiper Defroster (Option) | Electric Front Window Defroster |
| Cargo Capacity | 350 L |
|---|---|
| Curb Weight | 1340 kg |
| Front Headroom | 1013 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1025 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg |
| Height | 1561 mm |
| Length | 4108 mm |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 1170 L |
| Rear Headroom | 953 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 858 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2595 mm |
| Width | 1789 mm |
| Exterior Decoration (Option) | White Indicator Lights |
|---|---|
| Front Fog Lights (Option) | Fog lights |
| Headlight Type (Option) | Bi-xenon headlights |
| Headlights Sensor With Auto On (Option) | Rain Sensor with Automatic headlights |
| Power Exterior Mirrors | Power-adjustable outside mirrors |
| Sunroof (Option) | Power glass sunroof |
| Driver Info Center (Option) | Intergrated Visual Display |
|---|---|
| Front Center Armrest (Option) | Yes |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type | Bucket front seats |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option) | Sport bucket front seats |
| Front Seats Heated (Option) | Heated front seats |
| Luxury Dashboard Trim | Dark Silver interior trim |
| Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option) | Piano black interior trim |
| Seat Trim | Cloth seats |
| Seat Trim (Option) | Parallel Lines Cloth/Leather seats |
| Special Feature (Option) | Mini Connected |
| Drive Train | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Engine Name | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Stability Control | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual transmission |
| Transmission (Option) | 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode |
| Transmission Paddle Shift (Option) | Yes |
| Body | Wagon |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
| Engine | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 (Automatic City)6.6 (Automatic Highway)7.3 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway) |
| Power | 120 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Seats | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode |
| Warranties | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Anti-lock brakes |
|---|---|
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Alarm system |
| Brake Assist | Brake assist |
| Brake Type | 4-wheel disc |
| Driver Airbag | Driver-side front airbag |
| Electronic brake force distribution | Electronic brake force distrbution |
| Hill Start Assist | Hill start assist system |
| Parking Distance Sensor | Rear park distance sensor |
| Passenger Airbag | Passenger-side front airbag |
| Roof Side Curtain | Side-curtain airbags |
| Side Airbag | Front side airbags |
| Front Suspension | Independent front suspension |
|---|---|
| Front Tires | 205/55R17 |
| Power Steering | Electric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering |
| Rear Suspension | Independent rear suspension |
| Turning Circle | 11.6-meter turning circle diameter |
| Wheel Type | 17'' alloy wheels |
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