2012 MINI Cooper Specifications
Compare important 2012 MINI Cooper technical specifications like exterior dimensions, ground clearance, wheelbase, interior space volume, engine's power as measured by horsepower and torque output, weight of the vehicle, towing & payload capacity or gas tank size to know the estimated mpg.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Exterior length | 146.60 | 146.60 | 146.80 | 146.80 |
| Exterior body width | 66.30 | 66.30 | 66.30 | 66.30 |
| Exterior height | 55.40 | 55.40 | 54.30 | 54.50 |
| Horsepower | 121 | 121 | 121 | 121 |
| Torque | 118 | 118 | 118 | 118 |
| Fuel economy - city | 29 | 27 | 29 | 27 |
| Fuel economy - highway | 37 | 35 | 37 | 35 |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.70 | 9.30 | 8.80 | 9.10 |
| 1/4 mile time | 16.90 | 17.30 | 17.00 | 17.10 |
| 1/4 mile speed | 82 | 80 | 82 | 80 |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | 0.80 | 0.90 | 0.80 | 0.90 |
| Slalom speed | 60 | 62 | 60 | 62 |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.03/3.38 " | 3.03/3.38 " | 3.03/3.38 " | 3.03/3.38 " |
| Curb weight | 2535.00 | 2701.00 | 2557.00 | 2635.00 |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | 3384.00 | 3561.00 | 3175.00 | 3241.00 |
| Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR) | 1830.00 | 1863.00 | 1786.00 | 1786.00 |
| Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR) | 1664.00 | 1786.00 | 1411.00 | 1488.00 |
| Wheelbase | 97.10 | 97.10 | 97.10 | 97.10 |
| 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 | 41.40 | 41.70 | 41.70 |
| Rear legroom | 27.90 | 29.90 | N/A | N/A |
| Front headroom | 38.80 | 38.40 | 38.40 | 39.60 |
| Rear headroom | 37.60 | 38.50 | N/A | N/A |
| Front shoulder room | 50.30 | 50.30 | 50.30 | 50.30 |
| Rear shoulder room | 44.70 | 39.20 | N/A | N/A |
| Luggage volume | 5.70 | 6.00 | 9.80 | 8.50 |
| Luggage volume (max) | 24.00 | 23.30 | 9.80 | 8.50 |
| Fuel tank | 13.20 | 13.20 | 13.20 | 13.20 |
| Payload | 816 | 816 | 507 | 507 |
| Drag coefficient | 0.33 | 0.35 | 0.33 | 0.35 |
| Ground clearance | N/A | N/A | 5.50 | 5.30 |
2012 MINI Cooper Interior Features
One of the most notable features of the Cooper, however, is its roomy interior. The 2012 MINI Cooper comes with a variety of specs on the inside. You can find out more about these features in the chart below.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Underseat ducts | 2831 | 2831 | N/A | N/A |
| Compass | 2841 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 12V DC power outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Rear windows | 2895 | 2897 | 2895 | N/A |
| Programmable garage door opener | 2908 | 2908 | N/A | N/A |
| Seatback storage pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Auxiliary visors | 4015 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
2012 MINI Cooper Exterior Features
Would you like to grasp the idea which 2012 MINI Cooper trim level is better equipped with such little cool exterior features like fog lights, spoiler, mud flaps, sunroof, roof racks, running boards, etc? Check out the full list of these additional features below.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Door count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Sunroof | 1st row exterior power sliding and tilting glass | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 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 | N/A | 3488 | N/A |
| Rear window wipers | 3497 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2nd row sunroof | exterior power tilting glass with sunshade | N/A | N/A | N/A |
2012 MINI Cooper Seats
The seats are one of the most important aspects of any car, and each 2012 MINI Cooper trim level may have different seating options, so be sure to carefully compare the specifications. Some trims have leather upholstery, "memory", armrest, heated seats, and some have them only for the front passengers, while other provide them for the rear seats two.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Standard seating | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Rear seats | 3045 | 3045 | N/A | N/A |
| Rear head restraints | 3077 | 3077 | N/A | N/A |
2012 MINI Cooper Entertainment System
Some 2012 MINI Cooper trim levels have a built-in DVD player, voice recognition, while others have a touch screen display, bluetooth compatibility, navigation system. There are also a variety of different audio options, so be sure to compare the trim levels carefully to find the one that best suits your needs.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Amplifier | opt | opt | opt | opt |
| 1st row LCD screen | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
2012 MINI Cooper Safety and Security Features
Each 2012 MINI Cooper trim comes with a variety of safety and security features that will keep you and your family safe while on the road. Some of these features include airbags, traction control, stability control, side impact, panic alarm, blind spot sensors, parking assist, and more.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Airbags, side curtain | 3225 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Door curb lights | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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2012 MINI Cooper Mechanical Features
The 2012 MINI Cooper will have different mechanical features depending on the trim level that you choose. Some of the other features that you may find in the higher-level trim levels include air suspension, brake assist, speed sensitive steering, an electronic limited slip differential, a performance exhaust system.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Axle ratio | 4.35 | 4.35 | 4.35 | 4.35 |
2012 MINI Cooper Other Specs
In general, the 2012 MINI Cooper lower-level trims will have fewer features. If you are looking for a vehicle that has all of the latest and greatest features, then you will want to choose one of the higher-level trim levels.
| Trims | Base 2dr Hardtop, Engine: | Base 2dr Convertible, Engine: | Base 2dr Coupe, Engine: | Base 2dr Roadster, Engine: |
| Maximum towing capacity | 1500 | 1430 | 1430 | 999 |
