| 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible |
2016 Mazda MX-5 | |
| Manual 6-speed | Transmission | Manual 6-speed |
| 189 hp @ 4700 rpm | Horsepower | 155 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| 207 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | Torque | 148 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm |
| 26/35* | Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 27/34* |
| 1.6L turbo 4-cylnder | Standard Engine | 2.0L 4-cylnder |
2016 MINI Cooper Convertible vs 2016 Mazda MX-5
Serving Wappingers Falls, NY, Poughkeepsie, and Milton
Two enjoyable, popular vehicles in the small-convertible-car segment are the 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible and the 2015 Mazda MX-5. Each has legions of enthusiastic fans. They are affordable, fun-to-drive and uniquely styled. They differ in many significant ways and offer different levels of performance. By reviewing each vehicle's information and then test-driving the two convertibles, you'll be in a great position to pick the car that's perfect for you.
Performance
Despite costing $1,285 less than the Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring Convertible, the MINI Cooper S Convertible delivers an extra 34 horsepower (at 1,300 fewer rpm) and an additional 59 lb-ft of torque. Both cars deliver their power via manual 6-speed transmissions. The MINI is a forward-wheel drive car, whereas the Mazda is RWD. Fuel economy is roughly the same for both cars.
Dimensions
Both cars have 2 doors, but only the MINI seats 4 in comfort, versus 2 occupants in the Mazda. The wheelbase on the Cooper S Convertible is 98.2 inches, compared to 90.9 inches on the MX-5. The MINI is also 7 inches wider than the Mazda. Front headroom in the MINI is 39.8 inches versus 37.4 inches in the Mazda. Cargo volume is 7.6 cubic feet in the MINI, 4.6 cubic feet in the Mazda.
Features
The MINI Cooper S Convertible offers features not available in the Mazda MX-5. For example, the MINI has 3 Driving Modes, Green, Sport and Mid, that emphasize fuel efficiency, performance or balance, respectively. When you select a Driving Mode, the car responds by adjusting steering, throttle profile, fuel delivery, shift points and coasting. Rain Warner is a nifty MINI feature that warns you when bad weather is on the way and your roof is retracted. The MINI also provides Dynamic Stability Control that utilizes sensors to gauge lateral acceleration, steering angle and yaw to apply braking corrections to each wheel while adjusting engine torque, thereby ensuring you travel in the direction you plan.
Another exclusive feature of the MINI Convertible is Journey Mate, an advanced trip-planning app that integrates real-time traffic, gas mileage, weather and calendar appointments to coordinate your entire drive. It alerts you to nearby gas stations and can even find parking for you. Speaking of parking, only the MINI has Parking Assistant to size up parking spots, then control the wheel and steer you into place as it prompts to hit the gas or brake pedal.
Our Prestige MINI of Dutchess County dealership has a huge inventory of MINI vehicles from which to choose. We also offer unbeatable prices, elite service and hassle-free financing. If you'd like to see firsthand why car critics are so enthusiastic about the 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible, contact us to set up a test drive. We guarantee you'll enjoy it!
*EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.