2012 MINI Cooper Base
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2008 MINI Cooper S

2012 MINI Cooper  Base

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2008 MINI Cooper  S
2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 23,950 $ 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 manual transmission 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) 7.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km 1.4 (19%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.5 L/100km 6.2 L/100km 0.7 (13%)
Gear Type manual 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

2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)Media Connect, includes Bluetooth Wireless Technology and USB Audio IntegrationMedia Connect
Heated Washer NozzleHeated washer nozzlesHeated windshield washer fluid
Power Door LocksYesYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon Hi/Fi sound systemHi-Fi Sound System
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto dimming rear view mirrorAuto Dimming Interior Mirror
Special FeaturePre-wiring for SIRIUS satellite radioMulti-Function Steering Wheel with Cruise Control
Special Feature (Option)SIRIUS satellite radio (requires subscription)Electric Front Window Defroster
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering column

Dimensions

2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Cargo Capacity160 L160 L
Curb Weight1150 kg1210 kg
Front Headroom985 mm985 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1535 kg1580 kg
Height1407 mm1407 mm
Length3723 mm3714 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity680 L680 L
Rear Headroom955 mm955 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome exhaust tipChrome Line Exterior
Exterior Decoration (Option)Roof and Mirrors Caps in WhiteWhite Roof and Mirror Caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsFront and rear fog lightsFog lights
GrilleChrome grilleBlack grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlights /follow me home functionBi-Xenon Headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Sunroof (Option)Glass SunroofGlass Sunroof

Interior Details

2012 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)Piano Black interior trimBrushed Aluminum Interior Trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Special Feature (Option)Chrome Line InteriorChrome Line Interior
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped sport steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel
Trip ComputerOn-board computerYes

Mechanical

2012 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

2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
BodyHatchbackHatchback
Doors32
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 Turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.3 (Automatic City)5.5 (Automatic Highway)6.8 (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 manual transmission6-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

2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Anti-Lock Brakes4 wheel ABS 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 distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 MINI Cooper Base 2008 MINI Cooper S
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires195/55R16P195/55R16
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringPower rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' alloy wheels with 205/45R17 performance run-flat tires17'' alloy wheels (Style 104)

2012 MINI Cooper Base

The 2012 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 manual transmission gearbox. The 2012 MINI Cooper Base has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1150 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 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 Park Distance Control 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 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 2012 MINI Cooper Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.3 L/100km in the city and 5.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 23,950

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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