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CONTENTS
The fastest way to find information on a particu-
lar topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page194.
NOTES
4 Notes
6 Reporting safety defects
AT A GLANCE 9
10Cockpit
16 Radio MINI Boost CD
CONTROLS 19
20Opening and closing
37 Adjustments
43 Transporting children safely
46 Driving
56 Controls overview
66 Technology for drivin g comfort and safety
78 Lamps
84 Climate
89 Practical interior accessories
DRIVING TIPS 95
96Things to remember when driving
ENTERTAINMENT 105
106Radio MINI Boost CD
COMMUNICATIONS 117
118Telephone
MOBILITY 131
132Refueling
134 Wheels and tires
146 Under the hood
151 Maintenance
153 Care
157 Replacing components
169 Giving and receiving assistance
173 Indicator and warning lamps
REFERENCE 187
188Technical data
194 Everything from A to Z
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REFERENCETechnical data
188
Technical data
Engine data
In the technical data, only the values that differ from the Cooper S are shown for the
John Cooper Works.
Cooper Cooper SJohn Cooper Works
Displacementcu in/
cm μ 97.5/
1,598 97.5/
1,598 97.5/
1,598
Number of cylinders 44 4
Maximum power
output hp
121181 208
At engine speed rpm 6,0005,500 6,000
Maximum torque
with overboost lb ft/
Nm114/155
– 177/240
192/260 192/260
207/280
At engine speed
with overboost rpm
4,250
– 1,600-5,000
1,730-4,500 1,850-5,600
2,000-5,100
Overboost briefly raises the maximum torque at high rates of acceleration, e. g. when passing.
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Technical dataREFERENCE
189
Dimensions
MINI
All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 35 ft 10 in/10.7 m.
Information after the semicolon: different values for MINI Cooper S.
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REFERENCETechnical data
190
MINI Convertible
All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning radius dia.: 35 ft 10 in/10.7 m.
Information after the semicolon: different values for MINI Cooper S.
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Technical dataREFERENCE
191
Weights
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
MINI
CooperCooper SJohn Cooper Works
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
>Manual transmission lbs./kg 2 ,535/1,150 2,668/1,210 2,668/1,210
> Automatic
transmission lbs./kg 2,612/1,185 2,712/1,230
–
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission lbs./kg 3 ,384/1,535 3,494/1,585 3,516/1,595
> Automatic
transmission lbs./kg 3,461/1,570 3,538/1,605
–
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission lbs./k g 1,830/830 1,918/870 1,918/870
> Automatic
transmission lbs./kg 1,907/865 1,962/890
–
Approved rear axle load lb s./kg 1,664/755 1,664/755 1,676/760
Approved roof load
capacity lbs./kg
165/75 165/75 165/75
Cargo area capacity cu ft/ liters5.7 - 24.0/
160 - 680 5.7 - 24.0/
160 - 680 5.7 - 24.0/
160 - 680
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REFERENCETechnical data
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MINI Convertible
CooperCooper SJohn Cooper Works
Curb weight, ready for travel, with all optional extras
> Manual transmission lbs./kg 2,7 01/1,225 2,811/1,275 2,811/1,275
> Automatic
transmission lbs./kg 2,778/1,260 2,855/1,295
–
Approved gross weight
> Manual transmission lbs./kg 3,5 60/1,615 3,671/1,665 3,693/1,675
> Automatic
transmission lbs./kg 3,638/1,650 3,737/1,695
–
Approved front axle load
> Manual transmission
> Automatic
transmission lbs./kg 1,863/845 1,951/885
1,962/890
lbs./kg 1,940/880 2,017/915 –
Approved rear axle load lb s./kg 1,786/810 1,786/810 1,797/815
Cargo area capacity cu ft/ liters6.0-23.3/
170-660 6.0-23.3/
170-660 6.0-23.3/
170-660
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Technical dataREFERENCE
193
Capacities
US gal/US quartslitersNotes
Fuel tank13.2/– approx. 50 Fuel grade: page 133
including reserve of 2.1/– approx. 8
Window washer system incl.
headlamp washer system –/4.8 approx. 4.5 For more details: page 54
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REFERENCEEverything from A to Z
200
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter tires 145
Maintenance, refer to Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Maintenance system 151
Malfunction
– convertible top 34
– liftgate 26
Malfunction warn ings, refer to
Check Control 64
Manual air distribution 86
Manual mode
– automatic transmission with Steptronic 49
Manual operation
– door lock 25
– fuel filler flap 132
– liftgate 26
– power convertible top 34
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission 50
Manual station search 107
Manual transmission 48
Manual washing 154
Master key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control 20
Maximum cooling 87
Maximum speed
– with winter tires 145
Medical assistance, refer to First aid pouch 169
Microfilter
– for air conditioner 86
– for automatic climate
control 88
– MINI Maintenance System 151
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
– MINI Maintenance
System 151
Microphone for telephone 14MINI Internet page
4
MINI Maintenance System 151
Mirror dimming feature 42
Mirrors 41
– exterior mirrors 41
– heating 41
– interior rearview mirror 42
Mobile phone
– adjusting volume 124
– connecting, refer to Mobile
phone, pairing 120
– installation location, refer to Center armrest 92
– pairing 120
– refer to separate Owner's Manual
– What to do if… 123
Mobile phone, installation location, refer to Center
armrest 92
Mobil
e phone, refer to
separate Owner's Manual
Mobility System 163
Modifications, technical, refer to For your own safety 5
Monitoring syst em for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor 69
MP3 111
Multifunctional steering
wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel 11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 51
– refer to Wiper system 52
Music tracks
– playing a track 112
– random order 112
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints 39
Nets, refer to Storage
compartments 92
New tires 144 Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine data 188
Number of safety belts 37
Nylon rope, refer to Tow
rope 172
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket for
On-Board Diagnosis 152
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel specifications 133
Odometer 56
Oil, refer to Engine oil 147
Oil consumption 147
Oil level 147
Oil types 148
Old batteries, refer to Disposal 168
Onboard vehicle toolkit 157
Opening and closing
– Comfort Access 28
– from inside 25
– from outside 21
– using the door lock 24
– using the remote control 21
Opening and unlocking
– from inside 25
Outlets
– refer to Ventilation 88
Outlets, refer to Air vents 84
Output, refer to Engine data 188
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control 87
Overheated engine, refer to
Coolant temperature 149
P
Paintwork, care155
Park Distance Control PDC 66
Parking
– vehicle 47
Parking aid, refer to Park
Distance Control PDC 66
Parking brake 48