2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 29,200 $ 36,350
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 172 hp @ 5500 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 170.0 L 660.0 L 490 (288%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke 17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive 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) 10.3 s 8.2 s 2.1 (20%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km 1.1 (14%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km 0.6 (11%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,226 KG 1,295 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.5 s 15.9 s 1.6 (9%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 131.4 km/h 145.0 km/h 13.6 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 29.1 s 26.3 s 2.8 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 147.8 km/h 163.2 km/h 15.36 (10%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control
Courtesy Dome LightAmbient Lighting with Switch Light FunctionCourtesy lights
Cruise ControlMultifunction steering wheel with cruise controlYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersIntermittent windshield wipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Passenger Vanity MirrorYesFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power WindowsPower windows with driver side and passenger side one-touch up/down featurePower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon Hi/Fi sound systemHi-Fi sound system
Special FeatureSecond radio remote-control keySIRIUS satellite radio prewiring (requires subscription)
Special Feature (Option)Media ConnectSound system USB port
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Cargo Capacity170 L170 L
Curb Weight1226 kg1295 kg
Front Headroom976 mm976 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1615 kg1615 kg
Height1414 mm1414 mm
Length3723 mm3714 mm
Rear Headroom978 mm978 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Door HandlesChrome door and tailgate handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationExhaust tailpipe visible, single, right, with chrome finisherHood air inlet
Exterior Decoration (Option)White Bonnet StripesBlack mirror caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsFront and rear fog lightsFog lights
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimBlack grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsBi-xenon headligjhts
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated exterior mirrors and washer nozzlesHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors

Interior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Driver Info CenterOn-board computerDriver information center
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsSport bucket front seats
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationDigital and analog instrumentation
Number of Cup HoldersCupholder, two in front, on in rear3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Rear Seat TypeRear bench seatRear bench seat
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible 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 automatic6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)8.7 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)7.8 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)
Power121 hp @ 6000 rpm172 hp @ 5500 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

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Anti-Lock Brakes4 wheel ABS brakesAnti-lock brakes
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbution
Parking Distance SensorPark Distance ControlRear park distance sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Side AirbagSide head-and-thorax airbags for driver and front passengerFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires195/55R16 tires205/45R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke17'' Crown Spoke alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels17'' Web Spoke 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

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S

The 2009 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 172 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1295 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 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 17'' Crown Spoke 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 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.9 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.7 L/100km in the city and 6.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 36,350


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