Consistently Open:
The new MINI Convertible.

The new MINI Convertible made its worldwide debut at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. A wider range of paint colors, roof colors, wheels, and upholstery and interior trim choices provide endless opportunities for personalization. Model-specific optional extras and special equipment are available.

Consistently Open?
That’s the new MINI Convertible slogan. MINI really really want to encourage drivers to enjoy open-air driving. Thus - allowing for spontaneous open-air motoring – the new convertible’s durable soft-top with integrated sliding roof lowers automatically in 15 seconds flat, even when the car is in motion up to 20 mph. And the unique Openometer next to the tachometer challenges the driver to log as many top-down miles as possible by recording the hours spent open-air motoring.

The Openometer is just one of more than 200 options and accessories. There are at least a dozen standard interior/exterior color combinations ranging from traditional to individual. And, in addition to the regular black, the folding top now comes in hot chocolate (dark brown) and denim blue with orange stitching. There are more than a dozen interior trim choices; two seat designs, standard and sport; and even the choice of two- or three-spoke steering wheels.

Outstanding versatility
The new convertible offers outstanding versatility with its Easy-Load Function, folding rear-seat backrests, and generously-sized loading between the luggage and passenger compartments, which increases the car’s cargo space to 23.10 cu ft. The easy-load system includes an expanded luggage compartment opening, rear seat backrests that can be folded down and locked into position, and a pivoting, two-position shelf for packages.

This level of versatility, unparalleled in the convertible segment, is enabled by the innovative design and construction of the rollover protection bar; the new convertible comes with a single-piece rollover protection bar behind the rear seats that spans the entire interior width of the car, without obstructing the driver’s visibility, and moves into position automatically in the event of a potential rollover.

Engines
The new MINI Convertible comes in two engine variants. The MINI Cooper Convertible has a 1.6-liter, four-cylinder engine featuring fully variable valve management for maximum output of 118 hp at 6,000 rpm while the performance-oriented MINI Cooper S Convertible is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with a Twin-Scroll turbocharger and direct gasoline injection delivering 172 hp at an engine speed of 5,500 rpm. Both the MINI Cooper S Convertible and the MINI Cooper Convertible have a six-speed manual gearbox as standard or optional six-speed automatic transmission.

Handling
The new MINI Convertible owes its nimble handling characteristics to suspension technology that has been significantly upgraded and improved over the former model. Its sophisticated wheel suspension, precise electromechanical power steering, powerful brake system and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) – all standard features – allow the MINI convertible to set a new standard for agility and safety.

Technology
MINI’s signature front-wheel drive, go-kart-like handling with refined suspension technology has been tuned specifically to the MINI Convertible. Electromechanical Power Steering (EPS), Brake system with anti-lock brakes (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Cornering Brake Control (CBC) and Brake Assistant, as well as Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Start-Off Assistant are all standard features. The Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) with Electronically Differential Lock Control (EDLC) feature on the drive wheels enhances traction under acceleration, and is available as an option or as part of the Sport Package.

Technical specs MINI Cooper S Convertible:

Four-cylinder gasoline engine with Twin-Scroll turbocharger and direct fuel injection.
Capacity: 1,598 cc, max output: 172 hp at 5,500 rpm.
Max torque: 177 lb-ft from 1,600–5,000 rpm (192 lb-ft with Overboost).
Acceleration 0–60mph: 7.0 sec Manual, 7.2 Automatic
Top speed: 138 mph manual, 135 mph automatic.

MINI Cooper Convertible:

Four-cylinder gasoline engine with VALVETRONIC technology.
Capacity: 1,598 cc, max output: 118 hp at 6,000 rpm.
Max torque: 114 lb-ft at 4,250 rpm.
Acceleration (0–60 mph): 8.9 sec manual, 10.2 automatic
Top speed: 124 mph manual, 119 mph automatic.

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