The 2013 MINI Cooper Paceman Base is a Front-wheel drive Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 3 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 121 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2013 MINI Cooper Paceman Base has cargo capacity of 300 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1334 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2013 MINI Cooper Paceman 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 Park Distance Control and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a Tire pressure monitor system 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 132 N.m of torque and a top speed of 182 km/h. The 2013 MINI Cooper Paceman Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.9 seconds and hits quarter mile at 18 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.6 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 26,800
| Name | Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ 26,800 | |
| Body | Hatchback | |
| Doors | 3 Doors | |
| Engine | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve | |
| Power | 121 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 4 Seats | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual transmission | |
| Cargo Space | 300.0 L | |
| Maximum Cargo Space | 900.0 L | |
| Wheel Type | 17'' alloy wheels | |
| Series | ||
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | |
| Horsepower | 121 HP | |
| Torque | 132 N.m | |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 10.9 s | |
| Fuel Type | ||
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 7.6 L/100km | |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 5.6 L/100km | |
| Gear Type | manual | |
| Weight | 1,334 KG | |
| Brand | MINI | |
| Model | Cooper | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 18.0 s | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 127.7 km/h | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 29.9 s | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 143.7 km/h | |
| Modifications (MODS) | ||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 |
| Used Condition | Trade In Price | Private Party Price | Dealer Retail Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outstanding | $ 5,812 | $ 7,622 | $ 9,165 |
| Clean | $ 5,533 | $ 7,251 | $ 8,697 |
| Average | $ 4,977 | $ 6,507 | $ 7,761 |
| Rough | $ 4,420 | $ 5,764 | $ 6,825 |
Thanks to British character and German engineering, the 2013 Mini Cooper is a great pick for a small coupe or convertible.

When it comes to small cars, the 2013 Mini Cooper excels at appealing to a wide range of drivers. For the aesthetically inclined, the Cooper is easy on the eyes; both its cute sheet metal and stylized cabin exude retro chic. Yet if driving is more your thing, the Cooper's still got you covered with quick acceleration and handling sharp enough to make J.A. Henckels jealous. It's no wonder the Mini has been such an enduring favorite with us.

There isn't a loser in the Mini Cooper family, since even base models boast reasonably crisp acceleration. A turbocharged Cooper S is available and is our favored choice, but if you've got an insatiable need for speed, then we suggest the top-level John Cooper Works edition. Furthermore, all Minis can be customized to a level unmatched by any other car in this price range thanks to factory personalization options and dealer-installed accessories.

The Mini also satisfies in more mundane ways, as even the most potent version offers very good fuel economy. Its petite dimensions make the 2013 Mini Cooper an ideal companion for drivers who frequently park on congested urban streets. And despite its small footprint, the car offers comfortable and spacious accommodations for two.

That's not to say this effervescent little Brit is without flaw. The downside to its sharp handling is a firm ride that can be jarring on rough pavement. And you can forget about trying to squeeze adults into that cramped backseat; for four-seat capacity, you'll need to take a look at the long-wheelbase Cooper Clubman or four-door Countryman.

Drivers looking for a similarly adorable European charmer with a more forgiving ride (though less sporty handling) will want to check out the 2013 Fiat 500 and 2013 Volvo C30. The relatively spacious 2013 Hyundai Veloster is also worth considering. As far as convertibles go, the BMW 1 Series delivers impressive refinement, while you'll get outstanding feature content with the Volkswagen Eos and ample style with the Fiat 500 convertible.

Overall, though, the Mini Cooper is one of the most well-rounded small cars in this group, and it easily wins our affection with its charm, performance and fuel efficiency.
The 2013 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, floor mats, a tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, multicolor ambient lighting, Bluetooth and a six-speaker stereo with a CD player, HD radio, a USB/iPod adapter and an auxiliary audio jack. The Cooper convertible model adds 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, an aerodynamic body kit and cloth upholstery. A limited-slip differential and a firmer suspension can be fitted to both the S and the John Cooper Works.
Major optional features (some of which are grouped in packages) include adaptive xenon headlights, a dual-pane sunroof, automatic climate control, heated front seats, keyless ignition/entry, satellite radio and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Others include different wheels, parking sensors, cloth or leather upholstery, a navigation system, smartphone app integration and a multitude of different interior trims and materials. Furthermore, many dealer-installed features are available.
The 2013 Mini Cooper comes with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine good for 121 horsepower 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 8.3 seconds (9.5 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 6.5 seconds for the manual and 6.7 seconds for the automatic. EPA estimated fuel economy is 26/35/29 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 or a six-speed automatic are again available, with the latter being a new option for the JCW this year. Mini estimates a 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds for the hatchback and 6.6 for the convertible. Fuel economy is 26/35/29 for the manual and 26/34/29 for the automatic.
The list of standard safety features on the 2013 Mini Cooper includes antilock disc brakes, stability control and front-seat side airbags. The hatchback comes with side curtain airbags as standard equipment, 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 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.
All three trims of the 2013 Mini Cooper share an engaging personality thank to eager response to driver inputs. The trade-off is a ride that can be noticeably stiff-legged and somewhat raucous as well. Ride quality gets even firmer with the Cooper S and John Cooper Works models. For comfort's sake, our recommendation is that mainstream buyers skip the sport suspension options and the larger wheels.
Most drivers will likely be plenty happy with the base Cooper, but the thrills increase with the S, while the JCW pumps up the fun quotient to full blast. With the six-speed manual transmission, you get a remarkably precise shifter and an acquiescent clutch. Shifts in the automatic aren't especially smooth, but put it in Manual mode and you're rewarded with quick responses to inputs made via the steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles.
The aesthetic within the Mini's cabin brims with a sense of playfulness and fun. The gigantic center-mounted speedometer is a reference to the Mini of old, but the design isn't entirely intuitive and is probably too cutesy for some tastes. The Mini is up to date in terms of electronics, though. Mini's optional Mini Connected infotainment feature offers smartphone integration using a 6.5-inch display located in the center of the car's speedometer. Downloading a free app onto your smartphone allows easy access to Facebook, Twitter and a slew of Internet radio stations, including Pandora. Additionally, Mini Connected includes Google search and send-to-car functionality.
The car's front seats are swimming in legroom, and ample headroom helps lend the cabin an open, airy feel. In back, however, things are considerably more claustrophobic, with a lack of legroom that makes seating adult passengers in comfort a virtual impossibility. With just 5.7 cubic feet on tap, there's also a dearth of cargo space, but folding the rear seats flat increases that to a very usable 24 cubes.
With the convertible, you get a sunroof function that allows you to retract the forward portion of the soft top as opposed to lowering it completely. Its tailgate-style trunk opening features an upper package tray that can be raised to allow larger items to fit in the tiny 6-cubic-foot trunk. Unlike with 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 (as it stacks rather high) 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 | AM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack |
|---|---|
| Air Conditionning | Automatic climate control |
| Air Conditionning (Option) | Auto climate control |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Media Connect, includes Bluetooth Wireless Technology and USB Audio Integration |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option) | Bluetooth and USB audio |
| Cellular Phone (Option) | Smartphone integration |
| Cruise Control | Multifunction steering wheel with cruise control |
| Driver Vanity Mirror | Driver-side vanity mirror |
| Front Wipers (Option) | Wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlamps |
| Heated Washer Nozzle | Heated washer nozzles |
| Illuminated Entry | Ambiance lighting |
| Intelligent Key System (Option) | Comfort Access |
| Navigation System (Option) | MINI Navigation system |
| Passenger Vanity Mirror | Front passenger-side vanity mirror |
| Power Door Locks | Yes |
| Power Windows | Power windows with front one-touch up/down feature |
| Premium Sound System (Option) | Harman Kardon sound system |
| Rear View Mirror | Day/night rear vew mirror |
| Rear View Mirror (Option) | Auto dimming rear view mirror |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Yes |
| Single CD | CD/MP3 player |
| Smoking Convenience | Lighter and ashtray |
| Special Feature | Pre-wiring for SIRIUS satellite radio |
| Special Feature (Option) | Media Connect (includes Bluetooth and USB audio integration) |
| Special Features | Lashing eyes in luggage compartment |
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt and telescopic steering wheel |
| Trunk Light | Yes |
| Voice Recognition System (Option) | Voice recognition |
| Wiper Defroster (Option) | Electric front window defroster |
| Cargo Capacity | 300 L |
|---|---|
| Curb Weight | 1334 kg |
| Front Headroom | 1022 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg |
| Height | 1518 mm |
| Length | 4120 mm |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 900 L |
| Rear Headroom | 941 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2597 mm |
| Width | 1786 mm |
| Door Handles | Chrome door handles |
|---|---|
| Exterior Decoration | Chrome exhaust tip |
| Exterior Decoration (Option) | Black bonnet stripes |
| Exterior Folding Mirrors (Option) | Electronically folding exterior mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Colour | Body-color exterior mirrors |
| Front Fog Lights (Option) | Foglights |
| Grille | Chrome grille |
| Headlight Type | Halogen headlights /follow me home function |
| Headlight Type (Option) | Bi-Xenon headlights |
| Headlights Adaptive Headlights (Option) | Adaptive headlights |
| Heated Exterior Mirrors | Yes |
| Heated Exterior Mirrors (Option) | Yes |
| Power Exterior Mirrors | Power-adjustable outside mirrors |
| Rear Spoiler | Lip spoiler |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes |
| Roof Rack | Roof rails |
| Roof Rack (Option) | Roof rails |
| Sunroof (Option) | Glass Sunroof |
| Clock | Digital clock |
|---|---|
| Driver Info Center | On-board computer |
| Floor Console | Centre console storage |
| Floor Mats | Yes |
| Folding Rear Seats | 50/50 rear split folding bench |
| Front Center Armrest (Option) | Front centre armrest |
| Front Seats Driver Height | Height adjustable driver seat |
| Front Seats Driver Power Seats | Power driver's seat |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type | Sport bucket front seats |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option) | Sport bucket seats |
| Front Seats Heated (Option) | Heated front seats |
| Front Seats Passenger Height | Front passenger's seat height adjustment |
| Front Seats Passenger Power Seats | Power front passenger seat |
| Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option) | Piano black cockpit surface |
| Maintenance Interval Reminder | Maintenance reminder system |
| Number of Cup Holders | Front cupholders |
| Outside Temperature Gauge | Outside temperature display |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette seats |
| Special Feature (Option) | Chrome Line Interior |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather-wrapped sport steering wheel |
| Tachometer | Yes |
| Drive Train | Front-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Engine Name | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Stability Control | Yes |
| Start button | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual transmission |
| Transmission (Option) | 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode |
| Transmission Paddle Shift (Option) | Yes |
| Body | Hatchback |
|---|---|
| Doors | 3 |
| Engine | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway) |
| Power | 121 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Seats | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual transmission |
| Warranties | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | 4 wheel ABS 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 distribution |
| Parking Distance Sensor | Park Distance Control |
| Passenger Airbag | Passenger-side front airbag |
| Rear Airbag | Rear side airbags |
| Rear Seat Belts | Center 3-point |
| Roof Side Curtain | Side-curtain airbags |
| Side Airbag | Front side airbags |
| Front Suspension | Front independent suspension |
|---|---|
| Front Tires | 205/55R17 |
| Power Steering | Speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering |
| Rear Suspension | Rear independent suspension |
| Suspension Category | Sport suspension |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | Tire pressure monitor system |
| Turning Circle | 11.6-meter turning circle diameter |
| Wheel Type | 17'' alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type (Option) | Black light alloy wheels |
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