2008 John Cooper Works Mini
When it comes to performance driving, weight is enemy Number 1. Similarly, if you're trying to squeeze every rolling metre out of a litre of fuel, too much junk in the trunk is not the way to go.
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At A Glance
| GENERAL | |
| Model | 2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2dr Cpe Classic |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Passenger Doors | 4 |
| Passenger Capacity | 2 |
| MSRP | $22700.00 |
| Destination Charge | $1695.00 |
Consumer Information
| Warranty | |
| WarrantyInfo | Basic: 4 Years/80,000 km Corrosion: 12 Years/Unlimited km Emissions: 2 Years/40,000 km Roadside Assistance: 4 Years/Unlimited km |
Technical Specification
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | Mini-Compact |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas 4-Cyl |
| Displacement | 1.6L/98 |
| Fuel System | MEV |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 118 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 114 @ 4250 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Order Code | 205 |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.21 |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.15 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.79 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.37 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.19 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.56 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.91 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.16 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.78 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.86 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.68 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.69 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.14 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.39 |
| Clutch Size (in) | - TBD - |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 4.35 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 4.10 |
| Mileage | |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 7.1 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - City (L/100 km) | 7.9 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 5.3 |
| EnerGuide Estimate - Hwy (L/100 km) | 5.7 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary) | - TBD - |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 150 |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) | - TBD - |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2546 |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2635 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) | - TBD - |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) | - TBD - |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) | - TBD - |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | Pwr |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.0 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.2 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | P175/65R15 |
| Rear Tire Size | P175/65R15 |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 15 x 5.5 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 15 x 5.5 |
| Front Wheel Material | - TBD - |
| Rear Wheel Material | - TBD - |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Electric Pwr Assist |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | 14.1 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | - TBD - |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.1 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) | - TBD - |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (L) | 50 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) | 97.1 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 145.6 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 66.3 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 55.4 |
| Track Width, Front (in) | 57.4 |
| Track Width, Rear (in) | 57.8 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | - TBD - |
| Liftover Height (in) | - TBD - |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft?) | 6.3 |
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft?) | 26.8 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| Passenger Volume (ft?) | - TBD - |
| Front Head Room (in) | 38.8 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | - TBD - |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | - TBD - |
| Front Hip Room (in) | - TBD - |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | - TBD - |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | - TBD - |
| Second Hip Room (in) | - TBD - |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name | MINI Cooper Classic |
| Body Style | 2 Door Coupe |
Standard Equipment
| EXTERIOR | |
| Black side air inlets | |
| Body-coloured roof | |
| Rear roof spoiler | |
| Chrome surrounds-inc: headlamps & taillamps | |
| Chrome side window trim | |
| Chrome grille w/chrome bars | |
| Halogen headlamps w/follow-me-home function | |
| Body-coloured heated pwr mirrors | |
| Variable speed intermittent wipers w/heated washer jets | |
| Rear wiper w/washer | |
| Bow-type chrome door handles | |
| Chrome tailgate handle strip | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Front bucket seats-inc: 8-way adjustment, comfort entry | |
| Leatherette seat trim | |
| Rear 50/50 split seat w/(2) adjustable head rests | |
| Centre console w/(2) front & (1) rear cupholders, multi-purpose storage | |
| Leather sport steering wheel | |
| Tilt, telescoping steering wheel column | |
| Instrumentation-inc: vehicle monitor system, outside temp display, digital speedometer, condition based service display, trip computer, clock | |
| Tire pressure warning (TPW) | |
| Pwr windows w/comfort open, driver side comfort close | |
| Pwr door locks w/centre lock toggle switch-inc: fuel filler door | |
| Central remote locking w/"double-locking" feature, self-charging multi- function remote, pre-wiring for alarm, coded driveaway protection | |
| Anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 capability, radio data system (RDS), pre-wiring for SIRIUS satellite radio, auxiliary input, premium (6) speaker sound system | |
| 3-channel FM diversity antenna system | |
| Air conditioning w/micro filter | |
| Rear window defroster | |
| Illuminated, cooled glove box | |
| Driver & front passenger visors w/vanity mirrors-inc: slide covers | |
| Side sun visor for driver | |
| Ambience interior lighting-inc: (5) colour light switch function | |
| Leather-wrapped shift knob w/chrome ring | |
| Front seatback storage nets | |
| Luggage compartment cover | |
| Rear pwr outlet | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 1.6L DOHC fully variable valve timing (MEV) 16-valve I4 engine | |
| Engine start/stop button | |
| Electronic "drive-by-wire" throttle system | |
| 6-speed GETRAG manual transmission | |
| Traction control w/automatic stability control (ASC+T) | |
| Front wheel drive | |
| Battery safety terminal | |
| MacPherson front suspension w/single-link spring strut front axle | |
| Independent multi-link rear suspension | |
| Front & rear stabilizer bars | |
| P175/65R15 all-season tires | |
| 15" x 5.5" 5-star spooler alloy wheels | |
| Vehicle speed-sensitive electronic pwr assist steering (EPAS) | |
| Ventilated front & solid rear disc brakes | |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake assist | |
| Cornering brake control (CBC) | |
| Single pipe right side exhaust system w/chrome tip | |
| SAFETY | |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake assist | |
| Cornering brake control (CBC) | |
| Fully integrated road safety technology (FIRST) | |
| Driver/front passenger airbags -inc: frontal, side thorax, passenger occupant sensor | |
| Front & rear advanced head protection system (AHPS) | |
| SMART airbag deployment system | |
| Front safety belts w/tensioners, force limiters | |
| Rear safety belts w/force limiters | |
| Traction control w/automatic stability control (ASC+T) | |
| Crash sensor-inc: fuel cutoff, lights on, door unlock | |
| Collapsible steering column | |
| Collapsible tube crash technology | |
| Side-impact protection door reinforcements | |
| Interlocking door anchoring system | |
| Crumple zones, front & rear | |
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