2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S
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2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S

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2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 36,350 $ 31,500
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 SOHC 16 valves
Power 172 hp @ 5500 rpm 115 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and paddle shifters 5 speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 170.0 L 120.0 L 50 (29%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 605.0 L 55 (8%)
Wheel Type 15'' alloy wheels 15'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 172 HP 115 HP 57 (33%)
Torque 188 N.m 125 N.m 63 (34%)
Top Speed 204 km/h 178 km/h 26 (13%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 8.2 s 10.7 s 2.5 (30%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 8.7 L/100km 10.9 L/100km 2.2 (25%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km 5.9 L/100km 0.3 (5%)
Gear Type auto manual
Weight 1,295 KG 1,225 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.9 s 17.8 s 1.9 (12%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 145.0 km/h 129.1 km/h 15.84 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 26.3 s 29.5 s 3.2 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 163.2 km/h 145.4 km/h 17.76 (11%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackYes
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Antenna3- Chanel FM diversity, roof-mounted antennaRoof mounted antenna
Cargo CoverYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirror and side sun viserYes
Front WipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Heated Washer NozzleHeated windshield washer jetsHeated winshield washer nozzles
Illuminated EntryYesIlluminated entry with theatre dimming
Interior Air FilterCabin air filterInterior air microfilter
Navigation System (Option)YesMini On-Board navigation system
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorYes
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with driver one-touch down featureYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman/Kardon surround sound systemHarman Kardon Hi/Fi sound system
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lamps
Rear HeatingAuxiliary rear-seat heaterRear heater ducts
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering columnTilt steering wheel
Wiper Defroster (Option)Electric front window defrosterElectric front window defroster

Dimensions

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Cargo Capacity170 L120 L
Curb Weight1295 kg1225 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1414 mm1415 mm
Length3714 mm3635 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity660 L605 L
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1688 mm

Exterior Details

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpersBody-color bumpers
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Decoration (Option)Chrome Line exterior (without chrome mirror caps)Anthracite high-gloss trim
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Fender FlaresBlack fender flaresBlack wheel lips
GrilleBlack grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headligjhtsHenon headlamps
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsYes
Tinted GlassYesYes

Interior Details

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Floor ConsoleYesFloor console with storage
Folding Rear Seats50/50-split folding rear bench seat50/50 rear split folding bench
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight-adjustable driver's seatHeight adjustable driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport bucket front seatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Instrumentation TypeDigital and analog instrumentationAnalog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard TrimFine White Silver interior trimHigh-gloss silver interior trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cup holders
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Seat Trim (Option)Ray cloth and leather seats with lumbar supportSoft/Gravity leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knobLeather-wrapped shift knob
Special Feature (Option)Chrome interior trimInterior body-color trim
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped sport steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 SOHC 16 valves
Stability ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission5 speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and paddle shiftersContinuously variable transmission with manual mode

Overview

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 SOHC 16 valves
Fuel Consumption8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.8 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)10.9 (Automatic City)5.9 (Automatic Highway)7.6 (Manual City)5.0 (Manual Highway)
Power172 hp @ 5500 rpm115 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and paddle shifters5 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

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesStd
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAnti-theft alarm system
Brake Type4-wheel disc4 wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distribution
Front Seat BeltsRegularHeight adjustable, pre-tensioner
Ignition DisableTheft-deterrent engine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Side AirbagSide thorax airbags for driver and front passengerSeat mounted side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Front Anti-Roll BarFront stabilizer barFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP205/55R17P175/65R15
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringElectrically assisted rack-and pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarRear stabilizer barRear stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionRear independent suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemTire low-pressure warning systemYes
Wheel Type15'' alloy wheels15'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' black alloy wheels16'' 7-spoke alloy wheels - Style 92

2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S

The 2010 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 and paddle shifters gearbox. The 2010 MINI Cooper Convertible S has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1295 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2010 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 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 188 N.m of torque and a top speed of 204 km/h. The 2010 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

2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

The 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 SOHC 16 valves engine which outputs 115 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1225 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet 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 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 125 N.m of torque and a top speed of 178 km/h. The 2005 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.9 L/100km in the city and 5.9 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 31,500


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