2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S
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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S

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2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 34,150 $ 28,900
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 4 Seats 2 Seats 2 (50%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 6 speed automatic
Cargo Space 170.0 L 240.0 L 70 (41%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 240.0 L 420 (64%)
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) 7.8 s 10.1 s 2.3 (29%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.9 L/100km 7.6 L/100km 0.3 (4%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.8 L/100km 5.6 L/100km 0.2 (3%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,275 KG 1,195 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.5 s 17.4 s 1.9 (12%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 148.3 km/h 132.5 km/h 15.84 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.7 s 28.8 s 3.1 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 166.9 km/h 149.1 km/h 17.76 (11%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)Bluetooth and USB audioYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent wipersIntermittent windshield wipers
Front Wipers (Option)Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersRain sensor wipers
Interior Air FilterInterior air microfilterMicro-air filter
Navigation System (Option)MINI navigation systemMini On-Board navigation system
Passenger Vanity MirrorPassenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksPower door locks with central lockingPower door locks with central locking
Power WindowsPower windows with driver one-touch up/down featureYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon sound systemHarman Kardon sound system
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lights
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 Audio ControlsMultifunction steering wheelAudio controls mounted on steering wheel
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD/MP3/WMA player
Special FeaturePre-wiring for satellite radioAuxiliary audio input jack
Special Feature (Option)Media Connect-Bluetooth-USBMedia Connect
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering column
Trunk LightCargo area lightYes
Voice Recognition System (Option)Voice recognitionYes

Dimensions

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Cargo Capacity170 L240 L
Curb Weight1275 kg1195 kg
Front Headroom976 mm1005 mm
Front Legroom1060 mm1060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1665 kg1470 kg
Height1414 mm1384 mm
Length3729 mm3728 mm
Wheelbase2468 mm2468 mm
Width1683 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Door HandlesChromed door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationWhite Indicator LightsChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)White bonnet stripesBlack Bonnet Stripes
Exterior Folding Mirrors (Option)Power folding mirrorsPower-folding outside mirrors
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimBlack grille with chrome trim
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsBi-xenon headlights
Headlights Auto OffAuto-off headlightsAuto-off headlights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear SpoilerRear roof spoilerYes
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes

Interior Details

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Front Center Armrest (Option)YesFold-down front center armrest
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront sport bucket seatsBucket front seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Sport seatsSport seats
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Interior trim piano blackPiano black interior trim
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminder systemMaintenance reminder system
Number of Cup HoldersFront and rear cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Special Feature (Option)Door sill finishersChrome Line Interior
Steering Wheel TrimLeather wrapped sport steering wheelMulti-function steering wheel with cruise control
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start buttonYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6 speed automatic
Transmission Paddle Shift (Option)YesYes

Overview

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.9 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.7 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)7.6 (Automatic City)5.6 (Automatic Highway)7.4 (Manual City)5.7 (Manual Highway)
Power181 hp @ 5500 rpm121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats42
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 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABSAnti-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 immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorPark distance controlPark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsSide thorax airbags for driver and front passenger

Suspension and Steering

2013 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster Base
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires195/55R16195/55R16
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive electric rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Turning Circle10.7-meter turning circle diameter10.7-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' cross spoke wheels17'' Black Star Bullet alloy wheels

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

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


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