2008 MINI Cooper S
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2012 MINI Cooper Base

2008 MINI Cooper  S

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2012 MINI Cooper  Base
2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 MINI Cooper Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 29,900 $ 23,950
Body Hatchback Hatchback
Doors 2 Doors 3 Doors 1 (50%)
Engine 1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 172 hp @ 5500 rpm 121 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 Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 172 HP 121 HP 51 (30%)
Torque 188 N.m 132 N.m 56 (30%)
Top Speed 204 km/h 182 km/h 22 (11%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.8 s 9.8 s 2 (26%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 8.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km 1.4 (16%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km 5.5 L/100km 0.7 (11%)
Gear Type manual manual
Weight 1,210 KG 1,150 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.5 s 17.1 s 1.6 (10%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 148.3 km/h 134.1 km/h 14.24 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.7 s 28.4 s 2.7 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 166.9 km/h 151.0 km/h 15.84 (9%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

vs Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 MINI Cooper Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAutomatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)Media ConnectMedia Connect, includes Bluetooth Wireless Technology and USB Audio Integration
Heated Washer NozzleHeated windshield washer fluidHeated washer nozzles
Power Door LocksYesYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Hi-Fi Sound SystemHarman Kardon Hi/Fi sound system
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto Dimming Interior MirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Special FeatureMulti-Function Steering Wheel with Cruise ControlPre-wiring for SIRIUS satellite radio
Special Feature (Option)Electric Front Window DefrosterSIRIUS satellite radio (requires subscription)
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering columnTilt and telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 MINI Cooper Base
Cargo Capacity160 L160 L
Curb Weight1210 kg1150 kg
Front Headroom985 mm985 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1580 kg1535 kg
Height1407 mm1407 mm
Length3714 mm3723 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity680 L680 L
Rear Headroom955 mm955 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 MINI Cooper Base
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome Line ExteriorChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)White Roof and Mirror CapsRoof and Mirrors Caps in White
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFront and rear fog lights
GrilleBlack grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-Xenon HeadlightsHalogen headlights /follow me home function
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Sunroof (Option)Glass SunroofGlass Sunroof

Interior Details

2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 MINI Cooper Base
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport SeatsBucket front seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
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
Special Feature (Option)Chrome Line InteriorChrome Line Interior
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped sport steering wheel
Trip ComputerYesOn-board computer

Mechanical

2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 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 2012 MINI Cooper Base
BodyHatchbackHatchback
Doors23
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)7.3 (Automatic City)5.5 (Automatic Highway)6.8 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)
Power172 hp @ 5500 rpm121 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 2012 MINI Cooper Base
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakes4 wheel ABS brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmNoneAlarm system
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 distribution
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2008 MINI Cooper S 2012 MINI Cooper Base
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16195/55R16
Power SteeringPower rack-and-pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionRear independent suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' alloy wheels (Style 104)17'' alloy wheels with 205/45R17 performance run-flat tires

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

2012 MINI Cooper Base

The 2012 MINI Cooper 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 2012 MINI Cooper Base has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1150 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 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 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 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 132 N.m of torque and a top speed of 182 km/h. The 2012 MINI Cooper Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.3 L/100km in the city and 5.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 23,950


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