2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S

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2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 32,900 $ 29,950
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 181 hp @ 5500 rpm 118 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 2 Seats 4 Seats 2 (100%)
Transmission 6 speed automatic 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 240.0 L 170.0 L 70 (29%)
Maximum Cargo Space 240.0 L 660.0 L 420 (175%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 181 HP 118 HP 63 (35%)
Torque 198 N.m 129 N.m 69 (35%)
Top Speed 208 km/h 180 km/h 28 (13%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.7 s 10.6 s 2.9 (38%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.9 L/100km 7.9 L/100km 0 (0%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.8 L/100km 5.7 L/100km 0.1 (2%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,245 KG 1,245 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.4 s 17.8 s 2.4 (16%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 149.4 km/h 129.6 km/h 19.84 (13%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.5 s 29.5 s 4 (16%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 168.2 km/h 145.8 km/h 22.4 (13%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAutomatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersIntermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent windshield wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Rain sensor wipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Number of Speakers6 speakers6 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksPower door locks with central lockingYes
Power Outlet2 12-volt power outlets2 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsYesPower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon sound systemHi-Fi sound system
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto dimming rear view mirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsAudio controls mounted on steering wheelSteering wheel-mounted audio controls
Single CDCD/MP3/WMA playerCD/MP3 player
Special FeatureAuxiliary audio input jackSIRIUS satellite radio prewiring (requires subscription)
Special Feature (Option)Media ConnectSound system USB port
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering columnTilt and telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Cargo Capacity240 L170 L
Curb Weight1245 kg1245 kg
Front Headroom1005 mm976 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1510 kg1615 kg
Height1390 mm1414 mm
Length3734 mm3699 mm
Wheelbase2468 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationDual chrome exhaust tipsChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black Bonnet StripesBlack mirror caps
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headlightsHalogen headlights
Headlights Sensor With Auto On (Option)Rain Sensor with Automatic headlightsAutomatic headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors

Interior Details

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport bucket seatsBucket front seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Recaro Sports seatsSport bucket front seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Piano black interior trimPiano black interior trim
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminder systemMaintenance reminder system
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start buttonYesYes
Traction Control (Option)TrueYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6 speed automatic6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.9 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.6 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)7.9 (Automatic City)5.7 (Automatic Highway)7.1 (Manual City)5.3 (Manual Highway)
Power181 hp @ 5500 rpm118 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats24
Transmission6 speed automatic6-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 Roadster S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distrbution
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerTheft-deterrent engine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorPark Distance ControlRear park distance sensor
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 S 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires195/55R16195/55R16
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17" conical spoke light alloy wheels17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels with 205/45R17 performance run-flat tires

2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S

The 2012 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 turbo DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic gearbox. The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S has cargo capacity of 240 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 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 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 198 N.m of torque and a top speed of 208 km/h. The 2012 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 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 32,900

2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base

The 2009 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 118 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1245 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 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 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 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 129 N.m of torque and a top speed of 180 km/h. The 2009 MINI Cooper Convertible Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.6 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 29,950


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