2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S
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2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S

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2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk Difference
Name S S Sidewalk
Price $ 34,150 $ 40,500
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Power 181 hp @ 5500 rpm 168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 6 speed automatic
Cargo Space 170.0 L 120.0 L 50 (29%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 120.0 L 540 (82%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 17'' alloy wheels (Style 106)
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 181 HP 168 HP 13 (7%)
Torque 198 N.m 183 N.m 15 (8%)
Top Speed 208 km/h 203 km/h 5 (2%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.8 s 8.3 s 0.5 (6%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.9 L/100km 10.7 L/100km 2.8 (35%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.8 L/100km 7.0 L/100km 1.2 (21%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,275 KG 1,290 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.5 s 16.0 s 0.5 (3%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 148.3 km/h 144.0 km/h 4.32 (3%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.7 s 26.5 s 0.8 (3%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 166.9 km/h 162.1 km/h 4.8 (3%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackYes
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAutomatic Climate Control
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlights
Heated Washer NozzleHeated washer nozzlesHeated winshield washer nozzles
Illuminated EntryAmbiance lightingIlluminated entry with theatre dimming
Interior Air FilterInterior air microfilterInterior air microfilter
Navigation System (Option)MINI navigation systemOn-Board Navigation System
Passenger Vanity MirrorPassenger-side vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirror
Power Door LocksPower door locks with central lockingYes
Power WindowsPower windows with driver one-touch up/down featureYes
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lamps
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear vew mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3 player
Special Feature (Option)Media Connect-Bluetooth-USBElectric Front Window Defroster
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt steering wheel
Trunk LightCargo area lightYes

Dimensions

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Cargo Capacity170 L120 L
Curb Weight1275 kg1290 kg
Front Headroom976 mm975 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1665 kg1640 kg
Height1414 mm1415 mm
Length3729 mm3665 mm
Rear Headroom978 mm968 mm
Wheelbase2468 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1688 mm

Exterior Details

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Door HandlesChromed door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationWhite Indicator LightsChrome Line Exterior
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimChrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsXenon headlights
Headlights Headlight WashersHeadlight washersHeadlight high-pressure washer system
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsYes

Interior Details

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Driver Info CenterOn-board computerOn-Board Computer
Folding Rear Seats50/50 rear split folding bench50/50 rear split folding bench
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight-adjustable driver's seatHeight adjustable driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront sport bucket seatsSport Seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seatsHeated front seats
Number of Cup HoldersFront and rear cupholders3 cup holders
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsEnglish Leather Seats
Special FeatureMetallic door sill platesChrome Line Interior
Special Feature (Option)Door sill finishersCockpit Chrono Package
Steering Wheel TrimLeather wrapped sport steering wheelMalt Brown Bi-Colour Leather Sport Steering Wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6 speed automatic
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Overview

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.9 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.7 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)10.7 (Automatic City)7.0 (Automatic Highway)9.6 (Manual City)6.7 (Manual Highway)
Power181 hp @ 5500 rpm168 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6 speed automatic
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

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABSStd
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAnti-theft alarm system
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 controlPark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Rear Seat BeltsCenter 3-pointCenter 3-point
Side AirbagFront side airbagsSeat mounted side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionFront independent suspension
Front Tires195/55R16P205/45R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionRear independent suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemTire pressure monitor systemYes
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels (Style 106)
Wheel Type (Option)17'' cross spoke wheels17'' alloy wheels (Style 98)

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S

The 2013 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 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1275 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2013 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 Park Distance Control 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 2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 34,150

2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk

The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L Supercharged L4 SOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 168 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic gearbox. The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1290 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk 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 Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 17'' alloy wheels (Style 106) 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 183 N.m of torque and a top speed of 203 km/h. The 2008 MINI Cooper Cabriolet S Sidewalk accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.7 L/100km in the city and 7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 40,500


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