Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
Model | Convertible | Convertible | Convertible |
Trim | Cooper | Cooper S | John Cooper Works |
Engines | |||
Transmissions | |||
Drivetrains | |||
Tires | |||
Audio Systems | |||
Accessories | |||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value. | |||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | |||
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | |||
Homelink. | |||
Covers the rear seat and extends upward behind the front seatbacks, preventing cold air from entering the front seat area. Removable. | |||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
Rear disc brakes. | |||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||
In some convertibles. Automatically raise when a rollover is sensed. | |||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire. | |||
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | |||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||
Cargo Management | |||
Climate Control | |||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | |||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |||
Engine / Motor | |||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | |||
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | |||
Exterior | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | |||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||
Chrome or satin-painted fuel door. | |||
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim. | |||
Scoop on the hood, often not functional and purely decorative. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Lets no light in when closed. | |||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Infotainment | |||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | |||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||
Touchpad that interprets handwritten inputs. | |||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | |||
In BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter. | |||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | |||
Stopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock. | |||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | |||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road. | |||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. Can change the colors of the lights. | |||
Front row reading lights. | |||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |||
Reads road signs and displays them in the instrument cluster. | |||
Reports engine speed. | |||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |||
Seating surfaces are part cloth or vinyl, part synthetic suede. | |||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting. | |||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Transmission | |||
Engine automatically matches revs when manual transmission is downshifted. | |||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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