2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 31,600 $ 36,350
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Power 115 hp @ 6000 rpm 172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 5 speed manual transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 120.0 L 170.0 L 50 (42%)
Maximum Cargo Space 605.0 L 660.0 L 55 (9%)
Wheel Type 15'' alloy wheels 17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 115 HP 172 HP 57 (50%)
Torque 125 N.m 188 N.m 63 (50%)
Top Speed 178 km/h 204 km/h 26 (15%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.7 s 8.2 s 2.5 (23%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 9.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km 0.4 (4%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km 0.4 (6%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,225 KG 1,295 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.8 s 15.9 s 1.9 (11%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 129.1 km/h 145.0 km/h 15.84 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.5 s 26.3 s 3.2 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 145.4 km/h 163.2 km/h 17.76 (12%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
AM/FM stereo radioYesAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAutomatic climate control
Cargo CoverYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent wipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Heated Washer NozzleHeated winshield washer nozzlesHeated windshield washer jets
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry with theatre dimmingIlluminated entry and ambiance lighting
Navigation System (Option)YesYes
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsYesPower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman/Kardon Hi Fi SystemHi-Fi sound system
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirror
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Wiper Defroster (Option)Electric front window defrosterElectric front window defroster

Dimensions

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Cargo Capacity120 L170 L
Curb Weight1225 kg1295 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1415 mm1414 mm
Length3635 mm3714 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity605 L660 L
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1688 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Decoration (Option)White bonnet stripesBlack mirror caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
GrilleChrome grilleBlack grille
Headlight TypeXenon headlightsBi-xenon headligjhts
Headlights Headlight WashersHeadlight high-pressure washer systemHeadlight washers
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsYesPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Side Turn-signal LampsSide marker lampsWhite turn signal indicator lenses

Interior Details

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight adjustable driver seatHeight-adjustable driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsSport bucket front seats
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationDigital and analog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard TrimAlunimum aspect interior trimFine white silver interior trim
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Chrome interior trimPiano black interior trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cup holders3 cupholders
Seat Trim (Option)Cloth seatsLounge leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob with chrome trim
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission5 speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)Continuously variable transmission with manual mode6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption9.1 (Automatic City)6.6 (Automatic Highway)8.6 (Manual City)6.1 (Manual Highway)8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.8 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)
Power115 hp @ 6000 rpm172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats44
Transmission5 speed manual transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
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 Emissions130000/km, 96/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Anti-Lock BrakesStdAnti-lock brakes
Brake Type4 wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbution
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerTheft-deterrent engine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorPark Distance ControlRear park distance sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagSeat mounted side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP175/65R15205/45R17
Power SteeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type15'' alloy wheels17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)16'' alloy wheels (Style 92)17'' Web Spoke alloy wheels

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

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S

The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 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 turbo DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 172 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1295 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 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'' Crown Spoke 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 188 N.m of torque and a top speed of 204 km/h. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.9 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.7 L/100km in the city and 6.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 36,350


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