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Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,800

Mini Convertible Cooper S   
Difference: $3,675

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,372

Mini Convertible Cooper S   
Difference: $4,397

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112012
ModelConvertibleExplorer
TrimCooper SLimited
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Base Price $27,850 $37,855
Base Invoice $25,147 $35,268
MINI Connected with navigation 1,750  
Center armrest(s), front row 250  
Leather seating surfaces 1,500  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,250  
Convenience Package 750  
Automatic climate control, front 500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500  
Cold Weather Package 750  
Navigation system   795
MINI Connected with navigation 1,575  
Center armrest(s), front row 225  
Leather seating surfaces 1,350  
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,125  
Convenience Package 675  
Automatic climate control, front 450  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 450  
Cold Weather Package 675  
Navigation system   676
Options (change) 7,250 795
Options (change) 6,525 676
Destination 700 825
Total Price $35,800 $39,475
Total Invoice $32,372 $36,769

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mini Convertible Cooper S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,474
Model Year20112012
ModelConvertibleExplorer
TrimCooper SLimited
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Engine181hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)26/34 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/55-16255/50-20
Total Price$35,800$39,475
Adjustments for Features-850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,715$39,475
Total Invoice$32,372$36,769
Adjustments for Features-770
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,295$36,769

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Features Comparison: Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20112012
ModelConvertibleExplorer
TrimCooper SLimited
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500 
Curve control $50
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire $150
Tires, run-flat$150 
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Wiper de-icer$25 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Hood scoop$100 
Power convertible top$4000 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
App support$0 
iPod integration$100 
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Headlight washers$50 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Stowable third row seats $600
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$7,180$7,095
Value of Feature Adjustments$85$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-770

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See a complete comparison of Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer features.

Specifications Comparison: Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20112012
ModelConvertibleExplorer
Body2dr Convertible4dr SUV
Wheelbase97.1 in112.6 in
Length145.6 in197.1 in
Width66.3 in78.9 in
Height55.7 in70.4 in
Curb Weight2,911 lb.4,557 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room50.3 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room39.2 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom28.1 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		6.0 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		6.043.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		6.080.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mini Convertible vs. Ford Explorer specs.

Option Package Details
Mini Convertible Cooper S

MINI Connected with navigation
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
App support0No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested80089%
Total Not Requested10011%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Headlight washers50No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested27581%
Total Not Requested6519%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%

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