There aren’t many cars out there is this day and age which can successfully pull off the topless look. Luckily for MINI, they don’t fall into that category. The new MINI Cooper Convertible launched at the Detroit Auto Show, made a big splash in the automotive world on March 28th. The New MINI Cooper Convertible promises to promote greener, more fuel efficient driving, whilst still holding on to a fast and responsive driving experience of late.
So why has this new MINI Cooper Convertible caused quite a stir? Allow automotive gossip to give you the answers..
The Car:
The much anticipated MINI Cooper Convertible is a whole 10 kg lighter than its previous counterparts, which makes it more responsive and improves the driving experiences. Although it has undergone a massive weight loss, MINI is keen to highlight that the new convertible is much more stronger than ever before as it has greater crash protection.
In a change form previous MINI’s, the convertible will have adjustable rear headrests, for grater travelling comfort.
The Roof:
The trademark roof of the new MINI Convertible, can be fully retracted and closed in 15 seconds. Another little trick which the MINI Convertible has under its sleeve, is that the roof can be partially retracted to 40 cm. This allows the MINI to create a sunroof effect. Pretty nifty!!
A rather peculiar new feature on the new MINI Convertible is the ‘Openometer’. This new optional feature which can be added to the car, which measures how long the roof has been down whilst driving.
The Boot:
Great news if you like to put junk in your trunk, the new MINI Convertible design means there is more boot space to play with. With the top down, the boot has 123 litre capacity, and with the roof closed it increases to 170. Giving the MINI Convertible an extra 5 litres up from the older versions.
And if that’s not impressive then, with the rear seats folded down, boot capacity increases to a staggering 600 litres. Very deceiving for a hatchback of that size.
The Engine:
MINI promises that this convertible version will be much more fuel efficient that its predecessors. Powered by a 1.6lt engine, the MINI Convertible is available in both turbo and non-turbo variants.
Non-Turbo: Produces 118 bhp, its capable of reaching 0-62 in 9.8 seconds, and averages 49.7mpg with co2 emissions of 137g/km.
Turbo: Produces 173 bhp and reaches 0-62 in an impressive 7.4 seconds. The turbo version is capable of 44.1mpg with co2 emissions of 153g/km.
As Standard:
MINI has always been noted for it pricey optional extras, but times have changed and so too has MINI. So expect car dealers to allow the following to come as standard with the new MINI Convertible:
6 speed manual gearbox
Brake Energy-Regeneration and Gearshift Indicators
Air Conditioning
Cooled Glovebox
Bike Rack
Anti –lock brakes and Stability Control
Electronic Breakforce Distribution
Cornering Brake Control
Available from £15,995 at all MINI Dealers – Don’t Miss OUT!
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