2012 MINI Cooper Coupe

Always known for its unabashed cheekiness, BMW’s MINI division has never been shy about expanding its range. Like its parent company, MINI seems intent to find new segments.

Enter the fifth model in its lineup, the MINI Cooper Coupe is certainly the cheekiest and possibly the strangest of the bunch, and definitely the smallest. Don’t let the apparent size fool you, though. We are talking about a vehicle with the dimensions of the convertible with a roof that resembles a slacker wearing a backwards baseball cap.
Specifications


Engine & Performance

Base engine size: 1.6 L
Cam type: Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Cylinders: inline 4
Valves: 16
Valve timing: Variable
Direct injection
Torque: 192 ft-lbs. @ 1850 rpm
Horsepower: 208 hp @ 6000 rpm
Base engine type: gas

DriveTrain

Drive type: front wheel drive
Transmission: 6-speed manual
                    Brake hill holder

Suspension

MacPherson strut front suspension
Multi-link rear suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension
Front and rear stabilizer bar

Fuel

Fuel type: gas
Fuel type: premium unleaded (required)
Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 gal.
Range in miles (cty/hwy): 330.0/435.6 mi.
EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy): 25/33 mpg

Safety

    4-wheel ABS
    Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags
    Emergency braking assist
    Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
    Daytime running lights
    Engine immobilizer
    Front fog/driving lights
    2 front headrests
    Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
    Front seatbelt pretensioners
    Stability control
    Traction control
    Electronic brakeforce distribution
    Emergency interior trunk release
    Front height adjustable headrests
    Post-collision safety system
    Tire pressure monitoring
    Park Distance Control
    Anti-Theft Alarm System


Tires and Wheels

    Alloy wheels
    17 x 7.0 in. wheels
    205/45R17 tires
    Run flat tires

Measurements

    Width: 66.3 in.
    Height: 54.5 in.
    Length: 147.0 in.
    Front track: 57.2 in.
    Rear track: 57.5 in.
    Wheel base: 97.1 in.

    Drag Coefficient: 0.35 Cd
    Curb weight: 2701 lbs.

Warranty

    Basic: 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
    Drivetrain: 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
    Free Maintenance: 3 yr./ 36000 mi.

Pricess

Base:    $21400
S   :    $24600    John Cooper Works  :  $31200