2010 Mini Cooper

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Rating8.8
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$18,800 - $34,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Stand apart and distinctive Retro styling

Limited rear seat space

Multifunction steering wheel

Amazing handling

Poor rear visibility

Cruise control made standard

Great Fuel economy

Stiff ride

New upgraded Harman Kardon stereo system

New colors added to the palette <br/>

Specs & Features

$24,250

price

118 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

114 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

1.6L 4cyl FWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 Mini Cooper Convertible makes for an excellent contender in the compact convertible segment. With a single trim on offer, the Mini Cooper Convertible has a base MSRP of $24,250, competing directly with the Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, the Fiat 500C, and the BMW 1-Series convertible. Only a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine is offered, mated to a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 118 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 8.5 seconds, the Mini Cooper Convertible maintains a combined fuel economy of 32 MPG. Mini offers the Cooper Convertible in 10 stunning colors, with the Nightfire red metallic being a particular favorite of ours. Currently, with around 5,752 Mini Coopers available for sale, this is the perfect time to browse for a 2010 Mini Cooper Convertible.

Buying Advice

The iconic 2010 Mini Cooper Convertible is the perfect choice for someone who is looking for a car that helps them stand out from the crowd and the Mini Cooper Convertible is just that. Combined with a slew of color options to choose from and a range of customization options, the Mini Cooper S is also equipped with amazing handling and great fuel economy. Although some of its negatives include limited rear sear legroom, stiff ride, and poor rear visibility.

Trims

    Base
    $18,800 onwards
    • Engine: 1.6L 4cyl FWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 118 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 114 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8.9 sec
    • Top Speed: 124 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 31 mpg
    S
    $22,300 onwards
    • Engine: 1.6L 4cyl FWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 172 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 177 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7 sec
    • Top Speed: 138 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg
    John Cooper Works
    $28,800 onwards
    • Engine: 1.6L 4cyl FWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 208 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 192 lb.-ft. @ 1850 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 132 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 28 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$18,800- $34,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.83

Horsepower

208 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

192 lb.-ft. @ 1850 rpm

Capacity

4

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$46,900- $51,900

Gasoline

8.47

228 hp @ 6000 rpm

221 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

2

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$66,650

Gasoline

8.6

355 hp @ 5750 rpm

376 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

2

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2010 Mini Cooper vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    8.9 sec17.0 sec124 mph
    5.1 sec--
    7.1 sec-139 mph

    2010 Mini Cooper vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg36 mpg31 mpg13.2 gal.369.6/475.2 mi.
      18 mpg26 mpg20 mpg18.5 gal.333/481 mi.
      14 mpg22 mpg17 mpg18.5 gal.259/407 mi.

      2010 Mini Cooper vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Wheelbase
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        145.6 in.66.3 in.55.4 in.97.1 in.
        161.5 in.70.4 in.51.1 in.95.7 in.
        161.5 in.70.6 in.50 in.95.7 in.

        2010 Mini Cooper vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          6 cu.ft.-23.3 cu.ft.
          9.8 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.9.8 cu.ft.
          9.8 cu.ft.48.8 cu.ft.9.8 cu.ft.

          2010 Mini Cooper vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            23.3 cu.ft.6 cu.ft.23.3 cu.ft.
            9.8 cu.ft.9.8 cu.ft.9.8 cu.ft.
            9.8 cu.ft.9.8 cu.ft.9.8 cu.ft.

            2010 Mini Cooper vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              816 lbs.2745 lbs.
              650 lbs.3208 lbs.
              606 lbs.3472 lbs.

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