2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

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2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 29,200 $ 31,650
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 DOHC turbo 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 transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 170.0 L 240.0 L 70 (41%)
Maximum Cargo Space 170.0 L 240.0 L 70 (41%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke 16-inch 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) 7.6 L/100km 8.6 L/100km 1 (13%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 6.5 L/100km 0.9 (16%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,226 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

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAutomatic climate control
Cruise ControlMultifunction steering wheel with cruise controlYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersIntermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Passenger Vanity MirrorYesPassenger-side vanity mirror
Power WindowsPower windows with driver side and passenger side one-touch up/down featurePower windows with driver one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon Hi/Fi sound systemHarman Kardon sound system
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lights
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto Dimming Interior MirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Cargo Capacity170 L240 L
Curb Weight1226 kg1245 kg
Front Headroom976 mm1005 mm
Front Legroom1060 mm1060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1615 kg1510 kg
Height1414 mm1390 mm
Length3723 mm3735 mm
Wheelbase2467 mm2468 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Door HandlesChrome door and tailgate handlesChromed door handles
Exterior Decoration (Option)White Bonnet StripesBlack reflectors
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimChrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsBi-xenon headlights
Headlight Type (Option)Bi-xenon headlightsBi-xenon headlights
Headlights Headlight Washers (Option)Headlight washersHeadlight washers
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated exterior mirrors and washer nozzlesYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes

Interior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Driver Info CenterOn-board computerOn-board computer
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsFront sport bucket seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Number of Cup HoldersCupholder, two in front, on in rearCupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped sport steering wheel in 3-spoke designLeather wrapped sport steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC turbo 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 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC turbo 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)8.6 (Automatic City)6.5 (Automatic Highway)8.4 (Manual City)6.4 (Manual Highway)
Power121 hp @ 6000 rpm181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats42
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 Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2012 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Anti-Lock Brakes4 wheel ABS brakes4-wheel ABS
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAlarm 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 ControlParking distance control, rear
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 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front Tires195/55R16 tires195/55R16 tires
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionRear independent suspension
Turning CircleTurning Circle 10.710.7-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels 6-Star Twin Spoke16-inch alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels17-inch black star bullet 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

2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S

The 2015 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 DOHC turbo 16-valve engine which outputs 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster S has cargo capacity of 240 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2015 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 Parking distance control, rear 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 Tire pressure monitor system It has 16-inch 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 2015 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 8.6 L/100km in the city and 6.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 31,650


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