2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
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2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base

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2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 28,900 $ 32,900
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 121 hp @ 6000 rpm 181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 2 Seats 2 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6 speed automatic 6-speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 240.0 L 240.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 240.0 L 240.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 16'' 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) 10.1 s 7.7 s 2.4 (24%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.6 L/100km 8.0 L/100km 0.4 (5%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 5.8 L/100km 0.2 (4%)
Gear Type auto manual
Weight 1,195 KG 1,245 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 17.4 s 15.4 s 2 (11%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 132.5 km/h 149.4 km/h 16.96 (13%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 28.8 s 25.5 s 3.3 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 149.1 km/h 168.2 km/h 19.04 (13%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAutomatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesBluetooth and USB audio
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersIntermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Rain sensor wipersRain-sensing windshield wipers with auto headlamps
Interior Air FilterMicro-air filterInterior air microfilter
Navigation System (Option)Mini On-Board navigation systemMINI navigation system
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorPassenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksPower door locks with central lockingPower door locks with central locking
Power WindowsYesPower windows with driver one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon sound systemHarman Kardon sound system
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lights
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear vew mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsAudio controls mounted on steering wheelMultifunction steering wheel
Single CDCD/MP3/WMA playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering columnTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Trunk LightYesCargo area light
Voice Recognition System (Option)YesVoice recognition

Dimensions

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Cargo Capacity240 L240 L
Curb Weight1195 kg1245 kg
Front Headroom1005 mm1005 mm
Front Legroom1060 mm1060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1470 kg1510 kg
Height1384 mm1390 mm
Length3728 mm3734 mm
Wheelbase2468 mm2468 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChromed door handles
Exterior DecorationChrome exhaust tipChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black Bonnet StripesBlack reflectors
Exterior Folding Mirrors (Option)Power-folding outside mirrorsPower folding mirrors
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headlightsBi-xenon headlights
Headlights Auto OffAuto-off headlightsAuto-off headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear SpoilerYesActive rear spoiler auto activates at 80 km/hr
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes

Interior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Front Center Armrest (Option)Fold-down front center armrestYes
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Piano black interior trimChrome line interior
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminder systemMaintenance reminder system
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholdersCupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Steering Wheel TrimMulti-function steering wheel with cruise controlLeather wrapped sport steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 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
Transmission Paddle Shift (Option)YesYes

Overview

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)8.0 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.8 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)
Power121 hp @ 6000 rpm181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats22
Transmission6 speed automatic6-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 Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakes4-wheel ABS
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distribution
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorPark Distance ControlParking distance control, rear
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Side AirbagSide thorax airbags for driver and front passengerFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front Tires195/55R16195/55R16
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionRear independent suspension
Turning Circle10.7-meter turning circle diameter10.7-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels17'' black star bullet alloy wheels

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base

The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base 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 16-valve engine which outputs 121 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic gearbox. The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base has cargo capacity of 240 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1195 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster 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 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 132 N.m of torque and a top speed of 182 km/h. The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.1 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.6 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 28,900

2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S

The 2014 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 16-valve engine which outputs 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster S has cargo capacity of 240 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2014 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'' 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 2014 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 L/100km in the city and 5.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 32,900


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