2008 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 5MT
The 2008 MINI Cooper Convertible Base 5MT is a 1.6-liter inline-4 convertible with a manual 5-speed and front-wheel drive. It starts at $21,950 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The Cooper Convertible measures 143.1 inches long on a 97.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,700 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,950 ($33,134 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,600 ($34,115 *) |
| Destination Charge | $650 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Tritec T16b3 I4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 77.0 x 85.8 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point sequential EFI |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Manual 5-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 15-in. |
| Tires Front | 175/65R15 84H |
| Tires Rear | 175/65R15 84H |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 143.1 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in |
| Front Track | 57.4 in |
| Rear Track | 57.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 9.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,700 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 27.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 50.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 39 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars