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Compare 2012 MINI Cooper S specifications by trim levels

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

With the price tag ranging from $23,100 to $27,950, the MINI Cooper S faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals.

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The MINI Cooper S has a maximum towing capacity of 1430 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

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

The maximum width and height is 66.30mm x 147.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 MINI Cooper S

  • Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal

  • Wheelbase: 97.1 in

  • MPG: 27 city/35 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.6 sec

  • Towing capacity: 1430 lbs

  • Curb: 2668 lbs

  • Tires: P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat performance

  • Cargo: 5.7 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 2 - 4

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): from 146.8 x 66.3 x 54.5



2012 MINI Cooper S Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The MINI Cooper S 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 S safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

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

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 181 hp @ 5500

    • Torque 177 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.6 - 7.9 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.6 - 15.8 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 146.8 in

    • Width 66.3 in

    • Height 55.4 in

    • Wheelbase 97.1 in

    • Curb Weight 2668 lbs

    • GVWR 3494 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1430 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.5 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 4

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 13.2 gal

    • City 27 mpg

    • Combined 31 mpg

    • Highway 35 mpg

    • Highway range 462 mi



Specifications

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

Base 2dr Roadster
Exterior length
146.80 in 146.80 in 147.00 in 147.00 in
Exterior body width
66.30 in 66.30 in 66.30 in 66.30 in
Exterior height
55.40 in 55.40 in 54.50 in 54.70 in
Horsepower
181 181 181 181
Torque
177 177 177 177
Fuel economy - city
27 mpg 27 mpg 27 mpg 27 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
35 mpg 35 mpg 35 mpg 35 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.60 seconds 7.90 seconds 7.60 seconds 7.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
15.60 seconds 15.80 seconds 15.60 seconds 15.70 seconds
1/4 mile speed
87 mph 86 mph 87 mph 87 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
62 mph 62 mph 62 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.03/3.38 " 3.03/3.38 " 3.03/3.38 " 3.03/3.38 "
Curb weight
2668.00 lbs 2811.00 lbs 2679.00 lbs 2745.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
3494.00 lbs 3671.00 lbs 3252.00 lbs 3329.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
1918.00 lbs. 1951.00 lbs. 1885.00 lbs. 1896.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
1664.00 lbs. 1786.00 lbs. 1411.00 lbs. 1466.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
97.10 in 97.10 in 97.10 in 97.10 in
Front track
57.20 " 57.20 " 57.40 " 57.20 "
Rear track
57.50 " 57.50 " 57.80 " 57.50 "
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
0.36 0.37 0.37 0.37
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
P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat performance P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat performance P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat AS P195/55VR16.0 BSW run flat AS
Wheels
16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum
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
3.65 3.65 3.71 3.71

Other Specs

Base 2dr Hardtop

Base 2dr Convertible

Base 2dr Coupe

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