2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 30,750 $ 32,900
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 121 hp @ 6000 rpm 181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 2 Seats 2 (50%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 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 16'' alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 121 HP 181 HP 60 (50%)
Torque 132 N.m 198 N.m 66 (50%)
Top Speed 182 km/h 208 km/h 26 (14%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.3 s 7.7 s 2.6 (25%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.3 L/100km 7.9 L/100km 0.6 (8%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 5.8 L/100km 0.2 (4%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,225 KG 1,245 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.5 s 15.4 s 2.1 (12%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 131.4 km/h 149.4 km/h 18.08 (14%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.1 s 25.5 s 3.6 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 147.8 km/h 168.2 km/h 20.32 (14%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with 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 WipersIntermittent windshield wipersIntermittent windshield wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersRain sensor wipers
Interior Air FilterCabin air filterMicro-air filter
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesPower door locks with central locking
Power WindowsPower windows with front one-touch down featureYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman/Kardon surround sound systemHarman Kardon sound system
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lights
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 Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controlsAudio controls mounted on steering wheel
Single CDCD playerCD/MP3/WMA player
Special FeatureSIRIUS satellite radio (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
Trunk LightCargo area lightYes

Dimensions

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Cargo Capacity170 L240 L
Curb Weight1225 kg1245 kg
Front Headroom976 mm1005 mm
Front Legroom1060 mm1060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1414 mm1390 mm
Length3723 mm3734 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2468 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome exhaust tipsDual chrome exhaust tips
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black roof and mirror capsBlack Bonnet Stripes
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleChrome grilleBlack grille with chrome trim
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsBi-xenon headlights
Headlights Sensor With Auto On (Option)Automatic headlightsRain Sensor with Automatic headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear SpoilerBody-color rear spoilerYes
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes

Interior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsSport bucket seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Sport bucket front seatsRecaro Sports seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Silver interior trimPiano black interior trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Special FeatureMetallic door sill platesStainless steel footrest
Special Feature (Option)Lounge LeatherChrome Line Interior
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelMulti-function steering wheel with cruise control
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster 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 mode6 speed automatic
Transmission Paddle Shift (Option)YesTrue

Overview

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.3 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)7.9 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.6 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)
Power121 hp @ 6000 rpm181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats42
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6 speed automatic
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 Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
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

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16195/55R16
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' alloy wheels17" conical spoke light alloy wheels

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

The 2011 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 121 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1225 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2011 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 132 N.m of torque and a top speed of 182 km/h. The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.3 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 30,750

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S

The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 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 turbo DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic gearbox. The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S has cargo capacity of 240 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster 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 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 198 N.m of torque and a top speed of 208 km/h. The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 32,900


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