MINI Cooper Convertible is a four-seat compact vehicle in the Convertible category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from with two different gas engines that produce from 134 to 189 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $2,300 to $2,700, which over the course of five years will cost you $3,000 in extra fuel spending.
2016 Cooper Convertible has a relatively short wheelbase ( 98.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 2855 - 2985 lbs.
2016 Cooper Convertible seats four adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Cooper Convertible ia a class-leader on only one measurement - head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and shoulders. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 7.6 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 Cooper Base | 2016 Cooper S |
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Starging MSRP | $25,950 | $29,600 |
Engine | 1.5L Inline-3 Turbo | 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo |
HP | 134 hp | 189 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
0-60 mph | 8.2 sec | 6.7 sec |
City | 27 MPG | 23 MPG |
Highway | 36 MPG | 32 MPG |
Combined | 30 MPG | 26 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $2,300 | $2,700 |
2016 Cooper Convertible comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $4,815 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, Cooper Convertible has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 28 mpg.
2016 Cooper Convertible has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating. Customers have filed sixty-two complaints, which is as many as the average for its rivals. There are also eight recalls issued by MINI, which by itself is a relatively high number.