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Compare 2012 MINI Cooper specifications by trim levels

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Cooper is a 2-seat Hatchback from MINI, which first hit the market back in 2002.

With the price tag ranging from $19,500 to $24,950, the MINI Cooper faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Spark, Chevrolet Cobalt, FIAT 500.

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The MINI Cooper has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The MINI Cooper boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 35 to 37 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 66.30mm x 146.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 MINI Cooper

  • Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal

  • Wheelbase: 97.1 in

  • MPG: 29 city/37 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 8.7 sec

  • Towing capacity: 1500 lbs

  • Curb: 2535 lbs

  • Tires: P175/65HR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 5.7 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 2 - 4

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 146.6 x 66.3 x 54.3



2012 MINI Cooper Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The MINI Cooper is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about MINI Cooper safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the MINI Cooper specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 121 hp @ 6000

    • Torque 118 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.7 - 9.3 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.9 - 17.3 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 146.6 in

    • Width 66.3 in

    • Height 55.4 in

    • Wheelbase 97.1 in

    • Curb Weight 2535 lbs

    • GVWR 3384 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1500 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.5 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 4

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 13.2 gal

    • City 27 - 29 mpg

    • Combined 31 - 33 mpg

    • Highway 35 - 37 mpg

    • Highway range 462 - 488.4 mi



Specifications

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Exterior length
146.60 in 146.60 in 146.80 in 146.80 in
Exterior body width
66.30 in 66.30 in 66.30 in 66.30 in
Exterior height
55.40 in 55.40 in 54.30 in 54.50 in
Horsepower
121 121 121 121
Torque
118 118 118 118
Fuel economy - city
29 mpg 27 mpg 29 mpg 27 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
37 mpg 35 mpg 37 mpg 35 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.70 seconds 9.30 seconds 8.80 seconds 9.10 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.90 seconds 17.30 seconds 17.00 seconds 17.10 seconds
1/4 mile speed
82 mph 80 mph 82 mph 80 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.90 0.80 0.90
Slalom speed
60 mph 62 mph 60 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.03/3.38 " 3.03/3.38 " 3.03/3.38 " 3.03/3.38 "
Curb weight
2535.00 lbs 2701.00 lbs 2557.00 lbs 2635.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
3384.00 lbs 3561.00 lbs 3175.00 lbs 3241.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
1830.00 lbs. 1863.00 lbs. 1786.00 lbs. 1786.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
1664.00 lbs. 1786.00 lbs. 1411.00 lbs. 1488.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
97.10 in 97.10 in 97.10 in 97.10 in
Front track
57.40 " 57.40 " 57.40 " 57.40 "
Rear track
57.80 " 57.80 " 57.80 " 57.80 "
Turning radius
17.50 17.60 17.50 17.50
Front legroom
41.70 in 41.40 in 41.70 in 41.70 in
Rear legroom
27.90 in 29.90 in – –
Front headroom
38.80 in 38.40 in 38.40 in 39.60 in
Rear headroom
37.60 in 38.50 in – –
Front shoulder room
50.30 in 50.30 in 50.30 in 50.30 in
Rear shoulder room
44.70 in 39.20 in – –
Luggage volume
5.70 cu.ft. 6.00 cu.ft. 9.80 cu.ft. 8.50 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
24.00 cu.ft. 23.30 cu.ft. 9.80 cu.ft. 8.50 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
13.20 gal. 13.20 gal. 13.20 gal. 13.20 gal.
Payload
816 lbs. 816 lbs. 507 lbs. 507 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.33 0.35 0.33 0.35
Ground clearance
5.50 in 5.30 in – –

Interior Features

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Rear windows
2895 2897 2895 –
Programmable garage door opener
2908 2908 – –
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2
Auxiliary visors
4015 – – –

Exterior Features

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 2 doors 2 doors
Sunroof
1st row exterior power sliding and tilting glass – – –
Front tires
P175/65HR15.0 BSW AS P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat performance P175/65HR15.0 BSW AS P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat AS
Wheels
15" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum 15" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum
Spare tire and wheel
3488 3488 – –
Rear window wipers
3497 – – –
2nd row sunroof
exterior power tilting glass with sunshade – – –

Seats

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Standard seating
4 4 2 2
Rear seats
3045 3045 – –
Rear head restraints
3077 3077 – –

Entertainment System

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Speakers
6 6 6 6
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 1

Safety and Security Features

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Door curb lights
2 2 2 2

Mechanical Features

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Axle ratio
4.35 4.35 4.35 4.35

Other Specs

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Maximum towing capacity
1500 lbs. 1430 lbs. 1430 lbs. 999 lbs.