2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S

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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 36,350 $ 28,900
Body Convertible Convertible
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 121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 2 Seats 2 (50%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 6 speed automatic
Cargo Space 170.0 L 240.0 L 70 (41%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 240.0 L 420 (64%)
Wheel Type 17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive 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) 8.2 s 10.1 s 1.9 (23%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 8.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km 1.1 (13%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km 5.6 L/100km 0.6 (10%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,295 KG 1,195 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.9 s 17.4 s 1.5 (9%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 145.0 km/h 132.5 km/h 12.48 (9%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 26.3 s 28.8 s 2.5 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 163.2 km/h 149.1 km/h 14.08 (9%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersIntermittent windshield wipers
Navigation System (Option)YesMini On-Board navigation system
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesPower door locks with central locking
Power Outlet2 12-volt power outlets2 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down featureYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Hi-Fi sound systemHarman Kardon sound system
Rear View MirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controlsAudio controls mounted on steering wheel
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3/WMA player
Special FeatureSIRIUS satellite radio prewiring (requires subscription)Auxiliary audio input jack
Special Feature (Option)Sound system USB portMedia Connect
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering column
Voice Recognition System (Option)YesYes

Dimensions

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Cargo Capacity170 L240 L
Curb Weight1295 kg1195 kg
Front Headroom976 mm1005 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1615 kg1470 kg
Height1414 mm1384 mm
Length3714 mm3728 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2468 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationHood air inletChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black mirror capsBlack Bonnet Stripes
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grilleBlack grille with chrome trim
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headligjhtsBi-xenon headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors

Interior Details

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport bucket front seatsBucket front seats
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Piano black interior trimPiano black interior trim
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminder systemMaintenance reminder system
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start buttonYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6 speed automatic

Overview

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.8 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)
Power172 hp @ 5500 rpm121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats42
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6 speed automatic
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 S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distrbution
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 airbagsSide thorax airbags for driver and front passenger

Suspension and Steering

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires205/45R17195/55R16
Power SteeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Web Spoke alloy wheels17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels

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

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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