2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

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2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk Difference
Name Base Sidewalk
Price $ 29,200 $ 40,500
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Power 121 hp @ 6000 rpm 168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission Continuously variable transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 170.0 L 120.0 L 50 (29%)
Maximum Cargo Space 170.0 L 120.0 L 50 (29%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke 17'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 121 HP 168 HP 47 (39%)
Torque 132 N.m 183 N.m 51 (39%)
Top Speed 182 km/h 203 km/h 21 (12%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 10.3 s 8.3 s 2 (19%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.6 L/100km 10.0 L/100km 2.4 (32%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km 1.1 (20%)
Gear Type manual manual
Weight 1,226 KG 1,290 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.5 s 16.0 s 1.5 (9%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 131.4 km/h 144.0 km/h 12.64 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.1 s 26.5 s 2.6 (9%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 147.8 km/h 162.1 km/h 14.24 (10%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackYes
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAuto climate control
Cruise ControlMultifunction steering wheel with cruise controlYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersIntermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Passenger Vanity MirrorYesIlluminated passenger vanity mirror
Power WindowsPower windows with driver side and passenger side one-touch up/down featureYes
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lamps
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto Dimming Interior MirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt steering wheel

Dimensions

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Cargo Capacity170 L120 L
Curb Weight1226 kg1290 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1414 mm1410 mm
Length3723 mm3655 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1688 mm

Exterior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Door HandlesChrome door and tailgate handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Front Fog LightsFront and rear fog lightsFront and rear fog lights
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimChrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsXenon headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated exterior mirrors and washer nozzlesYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsYes

Interior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Driver Info CenterOn-board computerTrip computer
Floor ConsoleCentre console storageFloor console with storage
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsFront bucket seats
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationAnalog instrumentation
Number of Cup HoldersCupholder, two in front, on in rear3 cup holders
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeather seats
Special FeatureAutomatic door window lowering, by approx. 6 mm when door opensCooled and illuminated glovebox
Special Feature (Option)Chrome Line InteriorCockpit chrono package
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped sport steering wheel in 3-spoke designLeather-wrapped steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6 speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6 speed automaticContinuously variable transmission with manual mode

Overview

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)10.0 (Automatic City)6.7 (Automatic Highway)9.5 (Manual City)6.7 (Manual Highway)
Power121 hp @ 6000 rpm168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed manual transmissionContinuously variable 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 Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Anti-Lock Brakes4 wheel ABS 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 distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Parking Distance SensorPark Distance ControlPark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Side AirbagSide head-and-thorax airbags for driver and front passengerSeat mounted side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front Tires195/55R16 tires205/45R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionRear independent suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke17'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

The 2012 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 2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1226 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 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 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 Rear independent suspension. The car also features a It has 16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke 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 Convertible Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.6 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 29,200

2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk

The 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 168 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with Continuously variable transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1290 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk 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 Yes It has 17'' 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 183 N.m of torque and a top speed of 203 km/h. The 2007 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Sidewalk accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10 L/100km in the city and 6.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 40,500


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