2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 29,950 $ 36,350
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Power 118 hp @ 6000 rpm 172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 170.0 L 170.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 660.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 15'' alloy wheels 17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 118 HP 172 HP 54 (46%)
Torque 129 N.m 188 N.m 59 (46%)
Top Speed 180 km/h 204 km/h 24 (13%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.6 s 8.2 s 2.4 (23%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.9 L/100km 8.7 L/100km 0.8 (10%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.7 L/100km 6.2 L/100km 0.5 (9%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,245 KG 1,295 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.8 s 15.9 s 1.9 (11%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 129.6 km/h 145.0 km/h 15.36 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.5 s 26.3 s 3.2 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 145.8 km/h 163.2 km/h 17.44 (12%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesYes
Cargo CoverYesYes
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy lightsCourtesy lights
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirror and side sun viserDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent windshield wipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Heated Washer NozzleHeated windshield washer jetsHeated windshield washer jets
Illuminated EntryYesIlluminated entry and ambiance lighting
Intelligent Key System (Option)YesYes
Multi-CD Changer (Option)In-dash 6-CD/MP3 changerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changer
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power Outlet12-volt power outlet2 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsPower windows with driver one-touch down featurePower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman/Kardon surround sound systemHi-Fi sound system
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controls
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Special Feature (Option)SIRIUS satellite radio with 12-month subscriptionSound system USB port
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering columnTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Wiper Defroster (Option)Electric front window defrosterElectric front window defroster

Dimensions

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Cargo Capacity170 L170 L
Curb Weight1245 kg1295 kg
Front Headroom976 mm976 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1615 kg1615 kg
Height1414 mm1414 mm
Length3699 mm3714 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity660 L660 L
Rear Headroom978 mm978 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Decoration (Option)Chrome Line exterior (without chrome mirror caps)Black mirror caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFog lights
GrilleChrome grilleBlack grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsBi-xenon headligjhts
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Fog LightsRear fog lightRear fog light

Interior Details

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight-adjustable driver's seatHeight-adjustable driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsSport bucket front seats
Instrumentation TypeDigital and analog instrumentationDigital and analog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard TrimFine White Silver interior trimFine white silver interior trim
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Piano Black interior trimPiano black interior trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Rear Seat TypeRear bench seatRear bench seat
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Seat Trim (Option)Gravity leather seats with lumbar supportLounge leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob with chrome trim
TachometerYesYes
Trip ComputerYesYes

Mechanical

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start buttonYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and paddle shifters6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.9 (Automatic City)5.7 (Automatic Highway)7.1 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.8 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)
Power118 hp @ 6000 rpm172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
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 Emissions130000/km, 96/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distrbution
Hill Start AssistHill start assist systemHill start assist system
Ignition DisableTheft-deterrent engine immobilizerTheft-deterrent engine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorRear park distance sensorRear park distance sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagSide thorax airbags for driver and front passengerFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16205/45R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type15'' alloy wheels17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' black alloy wheels17'' Web Spoke alloy wheels

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

The 2010 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 manual transmission gearbox. The 2010 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2010 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 Tire low-pressure warning system 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 129 N.m of torque and a top speed of 180 km/h. The 2010 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

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


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