2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S
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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
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| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | S | Base | |
| Price | $ 36,600 | $ 28,900 | |
| Body | Convertible | Convertible | |
| Doors | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | 0 (0%) |
| Engine | 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve | |
| Power | 168 hp @ 6000 rpm | 121 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 4 Seats | 2 Seats | 2 (50%) |
| Transmission | 6 speed automatic | 6 speed automatic | |
| Cargo Space | 120.0 L | 240.0 L | 120 (100%) |
| Maximum Cargo Space | 120.0 L | 240.0 L | 120 (100%) |
| Wheel Type | 15'' alloy wheels | 16'' alloy wheels | |
| Series | |||
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | |
| Horsepower | 168 HP | 121 HP | 47 (28%) |
| Torque | 183 N.m | 132 N.m | 51 (28%) |
| Top Speed | 203 km/h | 182 km/h | 21 (10%) |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 8.3 s | 10.1 s | 1.8 (22%) |
| Fuel Type | |||
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km | 3.1 (29%) |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 7.0 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km | 1.4 (20%) |
| Gear Type | auto | auto | |
| Weight | 1,290 KG | 1,195 KG | |
| Brand | MINI | MINI | |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 16.0 s | 17.4 s | 1.4 (9%) |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 144.0 km/h | 132.5 km/h | 11.52 (8%) |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 26.5 s | 28.8 s | 2.3 (9%) |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 162.1 km/h | 149.1 km/h | 12.96 (8%) |
| Modifications (MODS) | |||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 | $ 0 | 0 (0%) |
vs Specifications
Comfort and Convenience
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| AM/FM stereo radio | Yes | AM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack |
| Air Conditionning | Air conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Vanity Mirror | Illuminated driver vanity mirror | Driver-side vanity mirror |
| Front Wipers | Variable intermittent wipers | Intermittent windshield wipers |
| Front Wipers (Option) | Variable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlights | Rain sensor wipers |
| Interior Air Filter | Interior air microfilter | Micro-air filter |
| Navigation System (Option) | On-Board Navigation System | Mini On-Board navigation system |
| Number of Speakers | 6 speakers | 6 speakers |
| Passenger Vanity Mirror | Illuminated passenger vanity mirror | Front passenger-side vanity mirror |
| Power Door Locks | Yes | Power door locks with central locking |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Premium Sound System (Option) | Harman/Kardon Sound System | Harman Kardon sound system |
| Reading Light | Front reading lamps | Front reading lights |
| Rear View Mirror | Day/night rear view mirror | Day/night rear view mirror |
| Rear View Mirror (Option) | Auto dimming rear view mirror | Auto dimming rear view mirror |
| Single CD | CD/MP3 player | CD/MP3/WMA player |
| Special Feature (Option) | Electric Front Window Defroster | Media Connect |
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt steering wheel | Tilt and telescopic steering column |
| Trunk Light | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Capacity | 120 L | 240 L |
| Curb Weight | 1290 kg | 1195 kg |
| Front Headroom | 975 mm | 1005 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1470 kg |
| Height | 1415 mm | 1384 mm |
| Length | 3665 mm | 3728 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2467 mm | 2468 mm |
| Width | 1688 mm | 1683 mm |
Exterior Details
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Bumper Colour | Body-color bumpers | Body-color bumpers |
| Door Handles | Chrome door handles | Chrome door handles |
| Exterior Decoration (Option) | White Bonnet Stripes | Black Bonnet Stripes |
| Exterior Folding Mirrors (Option) | Power Fold Mirrors | Power-folding outside mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Colour | Body-color exterior mirrors | Body-color exterior mirrors |
| Grille | Chrome grille | Black grille with chrome trim |
| Headlight Type | Xenon headlights | Bi-xenon headlights |
| Power Exterior Mirrors | Yes | Power-adjustable outside mirrors |
| Tinted Glass | Yes | Yes |
Interior Details
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Info Center (Option) | On-Board Computer | Intergrated Visual Display |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type | Sport Seats | Bucket front seats |
| Front Seats Heated (Option) | Heated front seats | Heated front seats |
| Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option) | Anthracite High-Gloss Trim | Piano black interior trim |
| Number of Cup Holders | 3 cup holders | 3 cupholders |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette seats | Leatherette seats |
| Special Feature (Option) | Cockpit Chrono Package | Chrome Line Interior |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Multi-function steering wheel with cruise control |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
Mechanical
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Train | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine Name | 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Transmission | 6 speed automatic | 6-speed manual transmission |
| Transmission (Option) | 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode | 6 speed automatic |
Overview
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Convertible | Convertible |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 (Automatic City)7.0 (Automatic Highway)9.6 (Manual City)6.7 (Manual Highway) | 7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway) |
| Power | 168 hp @ 6000 rpm | 121 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Seats | 4 | 2 |
| Transmission | 6 speed automatic | 6 speed automatic |
| Warranties | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months |
Safety
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Std | Anti-lock brakes |
| Brake Type | 4 wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Driver Airbag | Driver side front airbag | Driver side front airbag |
| Electronic brake force distribution | Electronic brake force distribution | Electronic brake force distrbution |
| Ignition Disable | Engine immobilizer | Engine immobilizer |
| Parking Distance Sensor | Park Distance Control | Park Distance Control |
| Passenger Airbag | Passenger side front airbag | Passenger side front airbag |
| Side Airbag | Seat mounted side airbags | Side thorax airbags for driver and front passenger |
Suspension and Steering
| 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S | 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Front independent suspension | Independent front suspension |
| Front Tires | P175/65R15 | 195/55R16 |
| Power Steering | Electrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steering | Speed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steering |
| Rear Suspension | Rear independent suspension | Independent rear suspension |
| Wheel Type | 15'' alloy wheels | 16'' alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type (Option) | 17'' alloy wheels (Style 91) | 17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels |
2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S
The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 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 has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1290 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 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 183 N.m of torque and a top speed of 203 km/h. The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S 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 $ 36,600
2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 2 passengers. It has 2 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 automatic gearbox. The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base has cargo capacity of 240 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1195 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster 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 Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear 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 Roadster Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.1 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.6 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 28,900
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