2008 MINI Cooper S
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2008 MINI Cooper Base

2008 MINI Cooper  S

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2008 MINI Cooper  Base
2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 29,900 $ 24,800
Body Hatchback Hatchback
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 172 hp @ 5500 rpm 118 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 6-speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 160.0 L 160.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 680.0 L 680.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain
Horsepower 172 HP 118 HP 54 (31%)
Torque 188 N.m 129 N.m 59 (31%)
Top Speed 204 km/h 180 km/h 24 (12%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.8 s 10.0 s 2.2 (28%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 8.7 L/100km 7.9 L/100km 0.8 (9%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km 5.7 L/100km 0.5 (8%)
Gear Type manual manual
Weight 1,210 KG 1,155 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.5 s 17.3 s 1.8 (12%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 148.3 km/h 132.8 km/h 15.52 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.7 s 28.7 s 3 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 166.9 km/h 149.6 km/h 17.28 (10%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

vs Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAir conditioning
Air Conditionning (Option)Automatic Climate ControlAutomatic Climate Control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)Media ConnectMedia Connect
Heated Washer NozzleHeated windshield washer fluidHeated windshield washer fluid
Interior Air FilterYesYes
Multi-CD Changer (Option)Six-Disc CD ChangerSix-Disc CD Changer
Number of Speakers6 premium speakers6 premium speakers
Power Door LocksYesYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Hi-Fi Sound SystemHi-Fi Sound System
Reading LightFront reading lampsFront reading lamps
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto Dimming Interior MirrorAuto Dimming Interior Mirror
Rear WipersIntermittent rear window wiperIntermittent rear window wiper
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Special FeatureMulti-Function Steering Wheel with Cruise ControlPre-wiring for SIRIUS satellite radio
Special Feature (Option)Electric Front Window DefrosterElectric Front Window Defroster
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering columnTilt and telescopic steering column

Dimensions

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
Cargo Capacity160 L160 L
Curb Weight1210 kg1155 kg
Front Headroom985 mm985 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1580 kg1525 kg
Height1407 mm1407 mm
Length3714 mm3699 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity680 L680 L
Rear Headroom955 mm955 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Decoration (Option)White Roof and Mirror CapsBlack Roof and Mirror Caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFog lights
GrilleBlack grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-Xenon HeadlightsHalogen headlamps
Headlights Sensor With Auto On (Option)Auto Headlamps with Rain SensorAuto Headlamps with Rain Sensor
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Fog LightsRear fog lightRear fog light
Rear SpoilerYesYes
Sunroof (Option)Glass SunroofGlass Sunroof

Interior Details

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport SeatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Luxury Dashboard TrimFluid Silver TrimFluid Silver Trim
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Brushed Aluminum Interior TrimPiano Black Interior Trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Seat Trim (Option)Ray Cloth/Leather seatsCheckered Cloth Seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob
Special Feature (Option)Chrome Line InteriorChrome Line Interior
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel
Trip ComputerYesYes

Mechanical

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
Engine Name1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
BodyHatchbackHatchback
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.7 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)7.9 (Automatic City)5.7 (Automatic Highway)7.1 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)
Power172 hp @ 5500 rpm118 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
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

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmNoneNone
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Front Seat BeltsRegularRegular
Hill Start AssistNoneNone
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2008 MINI Cooper S 2008 MINI Cooper Base
Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16P195/55R16
Front Tires (Option)Performance Runflat TiresPerformance Runflat Tires
Power SteeringPower rack-and-pinion steeringPower rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemLow-pressure detection systemLow-pressure detection system
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' alloy wheels (Style 104)17'' alloy wheels

2008 MINI Cooper S

The 2008 MINI Cooper S is a Hatchback. 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 manual transmission gearbox. The 2008 MINI Cooper S has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1210 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 MINI Cooper 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 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 Low-pressure detection system It has 16'' 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 2008 MINI Cooper S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.7 L/100km in the city and 6.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 29,900

2008 MINI Cooper Base

The 2008 MINI Cooper Base is a Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 118 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2008 MINI Cooper Base has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1155 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 MINI Cooper 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 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 Low-pressure detection system It has 16'' 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 129 N.m of torque and a top speed of 180 km/h. The 2008 MINI Cooper Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.3 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 24,800


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