2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S
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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S

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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 36,600 $ 29,950
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 181 hp @ 5500 rpm 118 hp @ 6000 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 16'' alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 181 HP 118 HP 63 (35%)
Torque 198 N.m 129 N.m 69 (35%)
Top Speed 208 km/h 180 km/h 28 (13%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.8 s 10.6 s 2.8 (36%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.7 L/100km 7.9 L/100km 0.2 (3%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 5.7 L/100km 0.1 (2%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,275 KG 1,245 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.5 s 17.8 s 2.3 (15%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 148.3 km/h 129.6 km/h 18.72 (13%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.7 s 29.5 s 3.8 (15%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 166.9 km/h 145.8 km/h 21.12 (13%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesYes
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy lightsCourtesy lights
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent windshield wipers
Heated Washer NozzleHeated washer fluidHeated windshield washer jets
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry with fade-outIlluminated entry and ambiance lighting
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with front 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 mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controls
Single CDCD playerCD/MP3 player
Special FeatureSIRIUS satellite radio (requires subscription)SIRIUS satellite radio prewiring (requires subscription)
Special Feature (Option)Sound system USB portSound system USB port
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Wiper Defroster (Option)Power windshield defrosterElectric front window defroster

Dimensions

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Cargo Capacity170 L170 L
Curb Weight1275 kg1245 kg
Front Headroom976 mm976 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1414 mm1414 mm
Length3723 mm3699 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity660 L660 L
Rear Headroom978 mm978 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome exhaust tipsChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black roof and mirror capsBlack mirror caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFog lights
GrilleBlack grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headligjhtsHalogen headlights
Headlight Type (Option)BLack 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

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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 TypeSport bucket front seatsBucket front seats
Front Seats Passenger HeightFront passenger's seat height adjustmentFront passenger's seat height adjustment
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationDigital and analog instrumentation
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)Punch LeatherLounge leather seats
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start buttonYesYes
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 Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.7 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)7.9 (Automatic City)5.7 (Automatic Highway)7.1 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)
Power181 hp @ 5500 rpm118 hp @ 6000 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

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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
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 AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16195/55R16
Front Tires (Option)P205/45R17205/45R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Web spoke alloy wheels17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels with 205/45R17 performance run-flat tires

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S

The 2011 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 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1275 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2011 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 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 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.7 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 36,600

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

The 2009 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 automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 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 129 N.m of torque and a top speed of 180 km/h. The 2009 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


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