Audi Cabriolet vs. MINI Cooper Convertible
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi Cabriolet and MINI Cooper Convertible contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi Cabriolet and the MINI Cooper Convertible.
In comparing the Audi Cabriolet's and the MINI Cooper Convertible's specifications and ratings, the Audi Cabriolet has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The MINI Cooper Convertible has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi Cabriolet's and the MINI Cooper Convertible's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi Cabriolet’s base engine makes 172 horsepower, and the MINI Cooper Convertible base engine makes 121 horsepower. The Cabriolet is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 374 miles. The Cooper Convertible is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. This gives the MINI Cooper Convertible the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi Cabriolet. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$35,100
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$24,950
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Used Car Pricing
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Used Car Pricing
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
18
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
85,057
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Audi Cabriolet Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
MINI Cooper Convertible Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi Cabriolet
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for MINI Cooper Convertible
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Audi Cabriolet Rankings
Not yet available
MINI Cooper Convertible Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi Cabriolet Trim Levels
Base
MINI Cooper Convertible Trim Levels
Base, John Cooper Works, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
172 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
289 / 374 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
39.2 inches
Cargo Space:
6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
74.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3364 lbs
Width:
67.6 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2745 lbs
Width:
75.3 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
145.6 inches
Wheelbase:
97.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Stormy Black Pearl
Blue
Europa Blue Metallic / Ming Blue Pearl Metallic / Pelican Blue Metallic / Santorin Blue Pearl Metallic
Brown
Sable Brown Mica Metallic
Gold
Melange Pearl Metallic
Gray
Cashmere Gray Metallic
Green
Aqua Green Metallic / Jaspis Green Pearl Metallic / Kaktus Green Pearl Metallic / Racing Green Pearl Metallic / Tropic Green Metallic
Purple
Amethyst Pearl Metallic
Red
Andorrarot Pearl Metallic / Hibiskusrot Pearl Metallic / Laser Red
Silver
Alusilver Metallic
White
Casablanca White / Champagne Pearl Metallic / Gray White
Yellow
Brilliant Yellow
Orange
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Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Ice Blue / Laser Blue Metallic / Lightning Blue Metallic / Reef Blue Metallic
Brown
Hot Chocolate Metallic / Iced Chocolate Metallic
Gold
Not available
Gray
Highclass Gray Metallic
Green
British Racing Green II Metallic / Laguna Green Metallic
Purple
Not available
Red
Chili Red
Silver
Velvet Silver Metallic / White Silver Metallic
White
Pepper White
Yellow
Not available
Orange
Spice Orange Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
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Black
Not available
Blue
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Brown
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Gray
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Red
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Interior Colors
Beige
Polar Beige / Polar Beige/Carbon Black
Black
Carbon Black
Blue
Ice Blue/Carbon Black
Brown
Dark Truffle / Hot Chocolate
Gray
MINI Yours Soda Satellite Gray / Satellite Gray
Red
Rooster Red/Carbon Black
