2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

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2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk Difference
Name Base Sidewalk
Price $ 29,950 $ 40,500
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Power 118 hp @ 6000 rpm 168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode Continuously variable transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 170.0 L 120.0 L 50 (29%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 120.0 L 540 (82%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 17'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 118 HP 168 HP 50 (42%)
Torque 129 N.m 183 N.m 54 (42%)
Top Speed 180 km/h 203 km/h 23 (13%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.6 s 8.3 s 2.3 (22%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.9 L/100km 10.0 L/100km 2.1 (27%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km 1 (18%)
Gear Type auto manual
Weight 1,245 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 129.6 km/h 144.0 km/h 14.4 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.5 s 26.5 s 3 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 145.8 km/h 162.1 km/h 16.32 (11%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackYes
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAuto climate control
Cargo CoverYesYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlights
Heated Washer NozzleHeated windshield washer jetsHeated winshield washer nozzles
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry and ambiance lightingIlluminated entry with theatre dimming
Multi-CD Changer (Option)In-dash 6-CD/MP3 changerIn-trunk 6-CD changer
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down featureYes
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto-dimming day/night rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt steering wheel
Wiper Defroster (Option)Electric front window defrosterElectric windshield defroster

Dimensions

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Cargo Capacity170 L120 L
Curb Weight1245 kg1290 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1414 mm1410 mm
Length3699 mm3655 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1688 mm

Exterior Details

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFront and rear fog lights
GrilleChrome grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsXenon headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsYes

Interior Details

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerTrip computer
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight-adjustable driver's seatHeight adjustable driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Sport bucket front seatsSport front bucket seats
Instrumentation TypeDigital and analog instrumentationAnalog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard TrimFine white silver interior trimChrome line interior and exterior trim
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Piano black interior trimChrome line interior and exterior trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cup holders
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knob with chrome trimLeather-wrapped shift knob
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6 speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual modeContinuously variable transmission with manual mode

Overview

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.9 (Automatic City)5.7 (Automatic Highway)7.1 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)10.0 (Automatic City)6.7 (Automatic Highway)9.5 (Manual City)6.7 (Manual Highway)
Power118 hp @ 6000 rpm168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual modeContinuously variable transmission with manual mode
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Emissions130000/km, 96/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

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesStd
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distribution
Ignition DisableTheft-deterrent engine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorRear park distance sensorPark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsSeat mounted side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front Tires195/55R16205/45R17
Front Tires (Option)205/45R17205/45R17
Power SteeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionRear independent suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels with 205/45R17 performance run-flat tires17'' alloy wheels

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible 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 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 118 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible 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 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 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 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.6 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 29,950

2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk

The 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 Continuously variable transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1290 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 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 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10 L/100km in the city and 6.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 40,500


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