Mini Cooper dimensions

due to British character and German engineering, the 2012 Mini Cooper is a great pick for a small coupe or convertible. Mini Cooper Convertible offers the following pros: Sharp handling; stellar fuel efficiency; impressive all-around performance in S and JCW trims; endearing retro styling; high-tech convertible roof; highly customizable. Mini Cooper Convertible drawbacks are: Poor rearward visibility in convertible; stiff and noisy ride; lacks back legroom; weak base audio.

The 2012 Mini Cooper is available in two-door hatchback and convertible body styles. Every is available in three versions: Mini Cooper, Mini Cooper S and John Mini Cooper Operates (JCW).

The base Mini Cooper comes traditional with 15-inch alloy wheels, full performance accessories, keyless entry, air-conditioning, cruise control, a height-adjustable driver bench, leatherette (vinyl) upholstery, floor mats, a tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped helm, multicolor ambient lighting and a six-speaker audio with a CD player, HD radio, radio and an optional stereo slot. The Mini Cooper convertible models add 16-inch alloy wheels and a full performance convertible top that contains a sunroof option. The Mini Cooper's Sport suite adds 16-inch wheels on the hatchback and 17-inch wheels on the convertible, foglamps, traction control, a back spoiler, sport seatings and hood stripes.

The Mini Cooper S adds 16-inch wheels, a turbocharged motor, firmer suspension tuning, foglamps, sport seatings and alloy pedals. The Mini Cooper S Sport suite adds 17-inch wheels, xenon headlights, traction control and hood stripes. The John Mini Cooper Operates contains a more comprehensive turbo motor, updated Brembo brakes, an aerodynamic body kit and cloth upholstery. A limited-slip differential and a firmer suspension can be fitted to both the S and the John Mini Cooper Operates.

Major auxillary features (some of which are grouped in packages) include adaptive xenon headlights, a dual-pane sunroof, automatic conditioning, heated front seatings, keyless ignition/entry, a 10-speaker Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo system, Bluetooth and an Ipod interface. Others include various wheels, parking sensors, cloth or leather upholstery, a navigator and a multitude of various dashboard trims and materials. Furthermore, a multitude of dealer-installed features are additionally available. .