2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
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2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

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2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk Difference
Name Base S Sidewalk
Price $ 31,600 $ 40,500
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Power 115 hp @ 6000 rpm 168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 5 speed manual transmission 6 speed automatic
Cargo Space 120.0 L 120.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 605.0 L 120.0 L 485 (80%)
Wheel Type 15'' alloy wheels 17'' alloy wheels (Style 106)
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 115 HP 168 HP 53 (46%)
Torque 125 N.m 183 N.m 58 (46%)
Top Speed 178 km/h 203 km/h 25 (14%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.7 s 8.3 s 2.4 (22%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 9.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km 1.6 (18%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.6 L/100km 7.0 L/100km 0.4 (6%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,225 KG 1,290 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.8 s 16.0 s 1.8 (10%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 129.1 km/h 144.0 km/h 14.88 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.5 s 26.5 s 3 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 145.4 km/h 162.1 km/h 16.64 (11%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
AM/FM stereo radioYesYes
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAutomatic Climate Control
AntennaRoof mounted antennaRoof mounted antenna
Cargo CoverYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Variable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlightsVariable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlights
Garage Door Opener (Option)Integrated universal remote controlIntegrated universal remote control
Heated Washer NozzleHeated winshield washer nozzlesHeated winshield washer nozzles
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry with theatre dimmingIlluminated entry with theatre dimming
Interior Air FilterInterior air microfilterInterior air microfilter
Navigation System (Option)YesOn-Board Navigation System
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsYesYes
Reading LightFront reading lampsFront reading lamps
Rear HeatingRear heater ductsRear heater ducts
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Rear WipersRear intermittent wiperRear intermittent wiper
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt steering wheelTilt steering wheel
Trunk LightYesYes

Dimensions

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Cargo Capacity120 L120 L
Curb Weight1225 kg1290 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1415 mm1415 mm
Length3635 mm3665 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1688 mm1688 mm

Exterior Details

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpersBody-color bumpers
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Fender FlaresBlack wheel lipsBlack wheel lips
GrilleChrome grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeXenon headlightsXenon headlights
Headlights Headlight WashersHeadlight high-pressure washer systemHeadlight high-pressure washer system
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesYes
Lower Side-Body ExtensionBlack rocker mouldingsBlack rocker mouldings
Power Exterior MirrorsYesYes
Side Turn-signal LampsSide marker lampsSide marker lamps
Tinted GlassYesYes

Interior Details

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Door TrimLeatherette door trimLeatherette door trim
Floor ConsoleFloor console with storageFloor console with storage
Floor MatsFront and rear floor matsFront and rear floor mats
Folding Rear Seats50/50 rear split folding bench50/50 rear split folding bench
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight adjustable driver seatHeight adjustable driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsSport Seats
Front Seats Special Features1Front seat back storage netsFront seat back storage nets
HeadlinerCloth headlinerCloth headliner
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationAnalog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard TrimAlunimum aspect interior trimSidewalk Interior Trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cup holders3 cup holders
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob
Special FeatureCooled and illuminated gloveboxChrome Line Interior
Special Feature (Option)Cockpit chrono with On-board computerCockpit Chrono Package
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelMalt Brown Bi-Colour Leather Sport Steering Wheel
TachometerYesYes
Water Temperature GaugeEngine temperature gaugeEngine temperature gauge

Mechanical

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission5 speed manual transmission6 speed automatic
Transmission (Option)Continuously variable transmission with manual mode6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption9.1 (Automatic City)6.6 (Automatic Highway)8.6 (Manual City)6.1 (Manual Highway)10.7 (Automatic City)7.0 (Automatic Highway)9.6 (Manual City)6.7 (Manual Highway)
Power115 hp @ 6000 rpm168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission5 speed manual transmission6 speed automatic
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Anti-Lock BrakesStdStd
Anti-Theft AlarmAnti-theft alarm systemAnti-theft alarm system
Brake Type4 wheel disc4 wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorNoneNone
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Front Seat BeltsHeight adjustable, pre-tensionerHeight adjustable, pre-tensioner
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Panic AlarmPanic alarmPanic alarm
Parking Distance SensorPark Distance ControlPark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Rear Seat BeltsCenter 3-pointCenter 3-point
Side AirbagSeat mounted side airbagsSeat mounted side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP175/65R15P205/45R17
Power SteeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarRear stabilizer barRear stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionRear independent suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYesYes
Wheel Type15'' alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels (Style 106)
Wheel Type (Option)16'' alloy wheels (Style 92)17'' alloy wheels (Style 98)

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

The 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 115 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1225 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 Yes It has 15'' 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 125 N.m of torque and a top speed of 178 km/h. The 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 9.1 L/100km in the city and 6.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 31,600

2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk

The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 168 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic gearbox. The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1290 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk 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 Yes It has 17'' alloy wheels (Style 106) 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 183 N.m of torque and a top speed of 203 km/h. The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.7 L/100km in the city and 7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 40,500


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