2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S
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2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
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| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | S | Base | |
| Price | $ 32,900 | $ 27,990 | |
| 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 | 121 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 2 Seats | 4 Seats | 2 (100%) |
| Transmission | 6 speed automatic | 6-speed manual transmission | |
| 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 | 121 HP | 60 (33%) |
| Torque | 198 N.m | 132 N.m | 66 (33%) |
| Top Speed | 208 km/h | 182 km/h | 26 (12%) |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 7.7 s | 10.3 s | 2.6 (34%) |
| Fuel Type | |||
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km | 0.7 (9%) |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 5.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km | 0.7 (12%) |
| Gear Type | auto | manual | |
| Weight | 1,245 KG | 1,225 KG | |
| Brand | MINI | MINI | |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 15.4 s | 17.5 s | 2.1 (14%) |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 149.4 km/h | 131.4 km/h | 18.08 (12%) |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 25.5 s | 29.1 s | 3.6 (14%) |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 168.2 km/h | 147.8 km/h | 20.32 (12%) |
| Modifications (MODS) | |||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 | $ 0 | 0 (0%) |
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Comfort and Convenience
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| AM/FM stereo radio | AM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack | AM/FM stereo radio with RDS |
| Air Conditionning | Air conditioning | Automatic climate control |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option) | Yes | Bluetooth and USB audio |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Vanity Mirror | Driver-side vanity mirror | Driver-side vanity mirror |
| Front Wipers | Intermittent windshield wipers | Variable intermittent wipers |
| Front Wipers (Option) | Rain sensor wipers | Rain-sensing windshield wipers with auto headlamps |
| Interior Air Filter | Micro-air filter | Interior air microfilter |
| Navigation System (Option) | Mini On-Board navigation system | MINI navigation system |
| Passenger Vanity Mirror | Front passenger-side vanity mirror | Passenger-side vanity mirror |
| Power Door Locks | Power door locks with central locking | Power door locks with central locking |
| Power Windows | Yes | Power windows with driver one-touch up/down feature |
| Premium Sound System (Option) | Harman Kardon sound system | Harman Kardon sound system |
| Reading Light | Front reading lights | Front reading lights |
| Rear View Mirror | Day/night rear view mirror | Day/night rear vew mirror |
| Rear View Mirror (Option) | Auto dimming rear view mirror | Auto dimming rear view mirror |
| Remote Audio Controls | Audio controls mounted on steering wheel | Multifunction steering wheel |
| Single CD | CD/MP3/WMA player | CD/MP3 player |
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt and telescopic steering column | Tilt and telescopic steering wheel |
| Trunk Light | Yes | Cargo area light |
| Voice Recognition System (Option) | Yes | Voice recognition |
Dimensions
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Capacity | 240 L | 170 L |
| Curb Weight | 1245 kg | 1225 kg |
| Front Headroom | 1005 mm | 976 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1060 mm | 1060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1615 kg |
| Height | 1390 mm | 1414 mm |
| Length | 3734 mm | 3723 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2468 mm | 2468 mm |
| Width | 1683 mm | 1683 mm |
Exterior Details
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Bumper Colour | Body-color bumpers | Body-color bumpers |
| Door Handles | Chrome door handles | Chromed door handles |
| Exterior Decoration | Dual chrome exhaust tips | Chrome exhaust tip |
| Exterior Decoration (Option) | Black Bonnet Stripes | Black bonnet stripes |
| Exterior Folding Mirrors (Option) | Power-folding outside mirrors | Power folding mirrors |
| Exterior Mirror Colour | Body-color exterior mirrors | Body-color exterior mirrors |
| Grille | Black grille with chrome trim | Chrome grille |
| Headlight Type | Bi-xenon headlights | Halogen headlights |
| Headlights Auto Off | Auto-off headlights | Auto-off headlights |
| Power Exterior Mirrors | Power-adjustable outside mirrors | Power-adjustable outside mirrors |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Rear roof spoiler |
| Rear Window Defroster | Yes | Yes |
Interior Details
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Center Armrest (Option) | Fold-down front center armrest | Yes |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type | Sport bucket seats | Front bucket seats |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option) | Recaro Sports seats | Sport seats |
| Front Seats Heated (Option) | Heated front seats | Heated front seats |
| Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option) | Piano black interior trim | Chrome line interior |
| Maintenance Interval Reminder | Maintenance reminder system | Maintenance reminder system |
| Number of Cup Holders | 3 cupholders | Front and rear cupholders |
| Outside Temperature Gauge | Outside temperature display | Outside temperature display |
| Seat Trim | Leatherette seats | Leatherette seats |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Multi-function steering wheel with cruise control | Leather wrapped sport steering wheel |
| Tachometer | Yes | Yes |
Mechanical
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Train | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine Name | 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Start button | Yes | Yes |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual transmission | 6-speed manual transmission |
| Transmission (Option) | 6 speed automatic | 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode |
| Transmission Paddle Shift (Option) | True | Yes |
Overview
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Body | Convertible | Convertible |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve | 1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.6 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway) | 8.6 (Automatic City)6.5 (Automatic Highway)8.4 (Manual City)6.4 (Manual Highway) |
| Power | 181 hp @ 5500 rpm | 121 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Seats | 2 | 4 |
| Transmission | 6 speed automatic | 6-speed manual transmission |
| Warranties | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months | Bumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months |
Safety
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Anti-lock brakes | 4-wheel ABS |
| Brake Type | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Driver Airbag | Driver side front airbag | Driver-side front airbag |
| Electronic brake force distribution | Electronic brake force distrbution | Electronic brake force distribution |
| Ignition Disable | Engine immobilizer | Engine immobilizer |
| Parking Distance Sensor | Park Distance Control | Park Distance Control, rear |
| Passenger Airbag | Passenger side front airbag | Passenger side front airbag |
| Side Airbag | Side thorax airbags for driver and front passenger | Front side airbags |
Suspension and Steering
| 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster S | 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent front suspension | Front independent suspension |
| Front Tires | 195/55R16 | 195/55R16 |
| Power Steering | Speed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steering | Speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering |
| Rear Suspension | Independent rear suspension | Rear independent suspension |
| Turning Circle | 10.7-meter turning circle diameter | 10.7-meter turning circle diameter |
| Wheel Type | 16'' alloy wheels | 16'' alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type (Option) | 17" conical spoke light alloy wheels | 16'' 6-star twin spoke black wheels |
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
2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base
The 2015 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 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible Base has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1225 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2015 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, 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 132 N.m of torque and a top speed of 182 km/h. The 2015 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 8.6 L/100km in the city and 6.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 27,990
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