2011 MINI Cooper Base
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2008 MINI Cooper S

2011 MINI Cooper  Base

VS

2008 MINI Cooper  S
2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 25,700 $ 29,900
Body Hatchback Hatchback
Doors 3 Doors 2 Doors 1 (33%)
Engine 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve
Power 121 hp @ 6000 rpm 172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 6-speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 160.0 L 160.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 680.0 L 680.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 121 HP 172 HP 51 (42%)
Torque 132 N.m 188 N.m 56 (42%)
Top Speed 182 km/h 204 km/h 22 (12%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 9.8 s 7.8 s 2 (20%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 6.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km 1.9 (28%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.3 L/100km 6.2 L/100km 0.9 (17%)
Gear Type auto manual
Weight 1,150 KG 1,210 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.1 s 15.5 s 1.6 (9%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 134.1 km/h 148.3 km/h 14.24 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 28.4 s 25.7 s 2.7 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 151.0 km/h 166.9 km/h 15.84 (10%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

vs Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesMedia Connect
Heated Washer NozzleHeated washer fluidHeated windshield washer fluid
Interior Air FilterCabin air filterYes
Power Door LocksYesYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman/Kardon surround sound systemHi-Fi Sound System
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto Dimming Interior Mirror
Single CDCD playerCD/MP3 player
Special FeatureSIRIUS satellite radio (requires subscription)Multi-Function Steering Wheel with Cruise Control
Special Feature (Option)Sound system USB portElectric Front Window Defroster
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering column

Dimensions

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Cargo Capacity160 L160 L
Curb Weight1150 kg1210 kg
Front Headroom985 mm985 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1407 mm1407 mm
Length3723 mm3714 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity680 L680 L
Rear Headroom955 mm955 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome exhaust tipsChrome Line Exterior
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black roof and mirror capsWhite Roof and Mirror Caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFog lights
GrilleChrome grilleBlack grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsBi-Xenon Headlights
Headlights Sensor With Auto On (Option)Automatic headlightsAuto Headlamps with Rain Sensor
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Fog LightsRear fog lightRear fog light
Rear SpoilerBody-color rear spoilerYes
Sunroof (Option)Power glass sunroofGlass Sunroof

Interior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsSport Seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Silver interior trimBrushed Aluminum Interior Trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Seat Trim (Option)Punch LeatherRay Cloth/Leather seats
Special Feature (Option)Lounge LeatherChrome Line Interior
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel

Mechanical

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Engine Name1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
BodyHatchbackHatchback
Doors32
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption6.8 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.7 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)
Power121 hp @ 6000 rpm172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-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

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemNone
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 distribution
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2011 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16P195/55R16
Front Tires (Option)P205/45R17Performance Runflat Tires
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringPower rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels (Style 104)

2011 MINI Cooper Base

The 2011 MINI Cooper Base is a Front-wheel drive Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 3 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 transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2011 MINI Cooper Base has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1150 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2011 MINI Cooper 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 132 N.m of torque and a top speed of 182 km/h. The 2011 MINI Cooper Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 6.8 L/100km in the city and 5.3 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 25,700

2008 MINI Cooper S

The 2008 MINI Cooper S is a Hatchback. 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 manual transmission gearbox. The 2008 MINI Cooper S has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1210 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 MINI Cooper 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 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 Low-pressure detection system 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 188 N.m of torque and a top speed of 204 km/h. The 2008 MINI Cooper S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.7 L/100km in the city and 6.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 29,900


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