2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base
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2012 MINI Cooper S

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base

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2012 MINI Cooper  S
2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S Difference
Name Base S
Price $ 20,990 $ 28,950
Body Hatchback Hatchback
Doors 3 Doors 3 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.5L L3 DOHC 12-valve 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Power 134 hp @ 4500 rpm 181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 6 speed automatic transmission with shift paddles
Cargo Space 211.0 L 160.0 L 51 (24%)
Maximum Cargo Space 731.0 L 680.0 L 51 (7%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 16'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 134 HP 181 HP 47 (35%)
Torque 146 N.m 198 N.m 52 (36%)
Top Speed 188 km/h 208 km/h 20 (11%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 9.2 s 7.5 s 1.7 (18%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 8.5 L/100km 7.9 L/100km 0.6 (7%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.3 L/100km 5.8 L/100km 0.5 (8%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,182 KG 1,210 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 16.7 s 15.3 s 1.4 (8%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 137.6 km/h 150.9 km/h 13.28 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 27.7 s 25.3 s 2.4 (9%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 154.9 km/h 169.8 km/h 14.88 (10%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Air ConditionningAir conditioningAutomatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless Technology (Option)YesMedia Connect, includes Bluetooth Wireless Technology and USB Audio Integration
Cruise ControlAdaptive cruise controlMultifunction steering wheel with cruise control
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorDriver-side vanity mirror
Front Wipers (Option)Variable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlightsVariable intermittent wipers with rain sensor and automatic headlights
Heated Washer NozzleHeated windshield washer jetsHeated washer nozzles
Illuminated EntryYesAmbiance lighting
Intelligent Key System (Option)Comfort AccessComfort Access
Navigation System (Option)On-Board Navigation SystemYes
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsYesPower windows with front one-touch up/down feature
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman Kardon audio systemHarman Kardon Hi/Fi sound system
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear vew mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Trunk LightYesYes
Wiper Defroster (Option)Electric front window defrosterElectric front window defroster

Dimensions

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Cargo Capacity211 L160 L
Curb Weight1182 kg1210 kg
Front Headroom1024 mm985 mm
Front Legroom1052 mm1059 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity44 L50 L
Gross Vehicle Weight1567 kg1585 kg
Height1414 mm1407 mm
Length3837 mm3729 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity731 L680 L
Rear Headroom938 mm955 mm
Rear Legroom783 mm708 mm
Wheelbase2496 mm2467 mm
Width1727 mm1683 mm

Exterior Details

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Exterior Decoration (Option)White bonnet stripesRoof and Mirrors Caps in Black
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleChrome grilleBlack grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsHalogen headlights /follow me home function
Headlight Type (Option)LED headlightsBi-xenon headlights with washers
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesYes
Power Exterior MirrorsYesPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear SpoilerLip spoilerRoof-mounted spoiler
Sunroof (Option)Panorama sunroofGlass Sunroof

Interior Details

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Floor ConsoleYesCentre console storage
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsSport bucket front seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Sport seatsSport bucket seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seatsHeated front seats
Head-Up Display (Option)MINI Head-up displayHead's-up display
Headliner (Option)Anthracite rooflinerAnthracite roofliner
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Interior surfaces dark cottonwoodPiano Black interior trim
Number of Cup Holders4 cupholders3 cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimLeatherette seatsLeatherette seats
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped sport steering wheelLeather-wrapped sport steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.5L L3 DOHC 12-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6 speed automatic transmission with shift paddles

Overview

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
BodyHatchbackHatchback
Doors33
Engine1.5L L3 DOHC 12-valve1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption8.5 (Automatic City)6.3 (Automatic Highway)8.1 (Manual City)5.9 (Manual Highway)7.9 (Automatic City)5.8 (Automatic Highway)7.6 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)
Power134 hp @ 4500 rpm181 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6 speed automatic transmission with shift paddles
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

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Anti-Lock Brakes4 wheel ABS brakes4 wheel ABS brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAlarm system
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake distributionElectronic brake distribution
Parking Distance SensorPark Assistant PackagePark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbagsSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagFront seat mounted side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base 2012 MINI Cooper S
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16195/55R16
Power SteeringServotronic Electric speed-sensitive power-assisted steeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionRear independent suspension
Suspension Category (Option)Dynamic damper controlSport suspension
Turning Circle10.8-meter turning circle diameter10.7-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' cosmos spoke silver17'' Web Spoke (two-tone) alloy wheels

2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base

The 2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base is a Front-wheel drive Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 3 Doors and is powered by a 1.5L L3 DOHC 12-valve engine which outputs 134 hp @ 4500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base has cargo capacity of 211 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1182 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2015 MINI Cooper 3-door 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 Rear view camera. 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 Tire low-pressure warning 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 146 N.m of torque and a top speed of 188 km/h. The 2015 MINI Cooper 3-door Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9.2 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 8.5 L/100km in the city and 6.3 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 20,990

2012 MINI Cooper S

The 2012 MINI Cooper S is a Front-wheel drive Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 3 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 shift paddles gearbox. The 2012 MINI Cooper S has cargo capacity of 160 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1210 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 MINI Cooper 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 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 S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.3 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.9 L/100km in the city and 5.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 28,950


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