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2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$18,050 - $21,200

Original MSRP:
$16,245 - $19,080

NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
See all Safety Rating Results
2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 23V337000
Mfg's Report Date May 11, 2023
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Number of Units Affected 97,933
Summary BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The electronic control module in the driver's side footwell area may short-circuit, due to corrosion from water and road salt.
Consequence An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy The remedy is currently being developed. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 3, 2023. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Models & Prices

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe $18,050 $16,245 $265 / Month*

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop S
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2dr Cpe S $21,200 $19,080 $311 / Month*

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
BASE S
Auto rear window wiper
Black honeycomb grille  
Black side air inlets w/yellow indicators  
Black trim-inc: side sills, bumper edges, flared wheel housing
Body-color pwr mirrors
Body-color tailgate handle  
Chrome bezels-inc: rear lights, headlights
Chrome fuel filler cap cover  
Chrome-plated grille  
Chrome-plated handles
Chrome-plated side air inlets w/"S" lettering & white indicators  
Chrome-plated window trim
Front fog lights  
Halogen headlights-inc: follow-me-home function, beam throw control
Heat insulated green glass
Hood scoop air intake  
Rear fog light preparation
Rear roof spoiler  
Speed-sensitive front intermittent windshield wipers
INTERIOR Features
BASE S
(1) rear cup holder
12V auxiliary pwr outlet in luggage compartment
2-spoke leather tilt/telescopic steering wheel
50/50 split-folding rear bench seat
Air conditioning
AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (6) speakers, CD changer preparation, auxiliary input jack, auto speed volume control, satellite radio prep
Brake pad wear monitor
Cargo tie-downs in luggage compartment
Center console-inc: storage compartment, (2) cup holders
Central locking system-inc: fuel filler cap release
Checkered interior trim finishers  
Climate controlled glove box
Color-adjustable ambient lighting
Door panel storage pockets
Engine immobilizer
Fine white silver interior trim finishers  
Flat tire monitor
Front seatback storage nets
Front sun visors w/vanity mirrors
Instrumentation-inc: tachometer, center-mounted speedometer w/digital "actual speed" indication, date/time, trip odometer, engine oil level indicator, brake fluid level
Leatherette front bucket seats-inc: manual seat adjustment, seat height adjustment, seatback easy-entry, backrest memory  
Leatherette front sport bucket seats-inc: manual seat adjustment, seat height adjustment, seatback easy-entry, backrest memory  
Lighting-inc: front map/reading, luggage compartment
Metal-look door sill finishers
On-board computer-inc: outside temp, average fuel consumption & speed
Pre-wiring for alarm system
Pwr locks
Pwr windows-inc: one-touch up & down, automatic window lowering when door is opened, trap release
Rear storage trays
Rear window defogger
Remote keyless entry-inc: central locking open/close, liftgate unlock feature
Roof-mounted grab handles
Side sun visor for driver
Sport button w/accelerator & steering programs
Stainless steel driver footrest  
MECHANICAL Features
BASE S
1.6L OHC 16-valve I4 engine w/variable valve lift timing  
1.6L OHC 16-valve turbocharged I4 engine  
15" x 5.5" 5-Star Spooler alloy wheels  
16" x 6.5" S-Winder alloy wheels  
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
6-speed manual transmission w/OD
Brake assist
Cornering brake control (CBC)
Electric engine-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
Engine start/stop button
Front wheel drive
MacPherson independent front suspension w/single-joint spring-strut front axle
Multi-link rear suspension w/multiple-control-arm rear axle
P175/65HR15 performance tires  
P195/55R16 performance tires  
Single pipe exhaust system  
Space saver spare tire  
Traction control w/automatic stability control (ASC)  
Twin-pipe exhaust system-inc: chrome covers  
Ventilated front & solid rear disc brakes
SAFETY Features
BASE S
3-point seat belts for all positions w/belt stopper, pyrotechnic belt tightener, belt limiter
Crash sensor-inc: fuel cutoff, activate hazard lights & interior lights, doors unlock, airbag deployment
Dual stage front air bags -inc: passenger occupant sensor
Front seat-mounted side-impact air bags
Front/rear side curtain air bags
ISOFIX child seat attachments w/(2) rear anchorages
Twin horns

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
BASE S
AERODYNAMIC KIT
ALARM SYSTEM
ALL-SEASON TIRES (N/A w/2RE 17" Web-Spoke Alloy Wheels, 2RP 17" Crown Spoke Alloy Wheels, or 2RH 17" Flame Spoke Alloy Wheels)  
ALL-SEASON TIRES (N/A w/2RL 15" Rotator Spoke Alloy Wheels)  
ANTHRACITE HEADLINER
AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR
AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING
BLACK BONNET STRIPES (REQ: 383 Black Roof & Mirror Caps)
BLUETOOTH MOBILE PHONE PREPARATION
BRUSHED ALLOY INTERIOR TRIM
CENTER ARMREST
CHROME LINE EXTERIOR -inc: chrome mirror caps (N/A w/7AR Aerodynamic Kit)
CHROME LINE INTERIOR
CHROME MIRROR CAPS
COLD WEATHER PKG -inc: heated front seats, heated washer jets & heated pwr folding mirrors
COLOR LINE CREAM WHITE
COLOR LINE DARK GREY
COLOR LINE MELLOW YELLOW
COLOR LINE PACIFIC BLUE
COLOR LINE ROOSTER RED
COMFORT BLUETOOTH MOBILE PHONE PREPARATION
CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: multi-function sport leather steering wheel, universal garage door opener, keyless go comfort access, center armrest, rain sensor & auto headlights, comfort Bluetooth mobile phone prep
DUAL PANE PANORAMIC PWR SUNROOF
DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC)
ENGLISH OAK INTERIOR TRIM
FLUID SILVER INTERIOR TRIM
FRONT FOG LIGHTS  
GOTHAM GREY INTERIOR COLOR (REQ: K8__ Leatherette Seat Trim or AT__ Cloth Seat Trim)
HD RADIO
HEATED EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRRORS & WASHER JETS
HEATED FRONT SEATS
HI-FI SOUND SYSTEM
KEYLESS GO COMFORT ACCESS
LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL (REQ: 6-speed Manual Trans)  
MULTI-FUNCTION STEERING WHEEL (REQ: 254 or 255 Sport Steering Wheel)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: real time traffic info, voice control (REQ: 254 Multi-Function Sport Wood Steering Wheel & 534 Auto Air Cond)
PIANO BLACK INTERIOR TRIM
PREMIUM PKG -inc: dual pane panoramic pwr sunroof, auto climate control, MINI hifi sound system
PWR FOLDING MIRRORS -inc: heated mirrors, heated washer jets
RAIN-SENSING WINDSHIELD WIPERS -inc: auto headlights
REAR FOG LIGHT
REAR PARK DISTANCE CONTROL
REAR SPOILER  
SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO -inc: lifetime subscription
SPORT LEATHER STEERING WHEEL
SPORT PKG -inc: dynamic stability control, sport seats, sport suspension, 16" x 6.5" 5-star blaster alloy wheels, P195/55R16 tires  
SPORT PKG -inc: dynamic stability control, sport suspension, 17" x 7.0" crown spoke alloy wheels, P205/45R17 performance tires  
SPORT SEATS  
SPORT SUSPENSION
SPORT WOOD STEERING WHEEL
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
WHITE ALLOY WHEELS (REQ: 382 White Roof & Mirror Caps)  
WHITE ALLOY WHEELS (REQ: 382 White Roof & Mirror Caps, N/A w/2RE 17" Web-Spoke Alloy Wheels)  
WHITE BONNET STRIPES (REQ: 382 White Roof & Mirror Caps)
WHITE TURN INDICATORS
XENON HEADLIGHTS
PAINT TYPE Options
BASE S
METALLIC PAINT
STANDARD PAINT
ROOF TYPE Options
BASE S
BLACK TOP & MIRROR CAPS
BODY-COLOR TOP & MIRROR CAPS
WHITE TOP & MIRROR CAPS
SEAT TRIM Options
BASE S
BLUE LEATHER & CLOTH SEAT TRIM
CARBON BLACK LEATHER SEAT TRIM  
CARBON BLACK LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: 481 Sport Seats)  
CLOTH SEAT TRIM  
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (REQ: 481 Sport Seats)  
GRAVITY LEATHER SEAT TRIM
LEATHERETTE SEAT TRIM (STD)
PUNCH LEATHER SEAT TRIM
RED LEATHER & CLOTH SEAT TRIM
REDWOOD RED LEATHER SEAT TRIM  
REDWOOD RED LEATHER SEAT TRIM (REQ: 481 Sport Seats)  
TRANSMISSION Options
BASE S
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION -inc: Steptronic paddles
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION (STD)
WHEEL TYPE Options
BASE S
15" X 5.5" 5-STAR SPOOLER ALLOY WHEELS (STD)  
15" X 5.5" ROTATOR SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P175/65R15 tires (N/A w/927 All-Season Tires)  
16" X 6.5" 5-STAR BLASTER ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P195/55R16 tires  
16" X 6.5" BRIDGE SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P195/55R16 tires
16" X 6.5" S-WINDER ALLOY WHEELS (STD)  
17" X 7.0" CROWN SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P205/45R17 tires  
17" X 7.0" FLAME SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P205/45R17 tires  
17" X 7.0" WEB-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P205/45R17 tires  

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE S
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.0 x 0.87 11.6 x 0.87
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.2 x 0.39 10.2 x 0.39
Engine
BASE S
Displacement 1.6L/97.5 1.6L/97.5
Engine Type Gas 4-Cyl Gas 4-Cyl
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 118 @ 6000 172 @ 5500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 114 @ 4250 177 @ 1600-5000
Exterior Dimensions
BASE S
Height, Overall (in) 55.4 55.4
Length, Overall (in) 145.6 146.2
Min Ground Clearance (in) - TBD - - TBD -
Wheelbase (in) 97.1 97.1
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 66.3 66.3
Fuel Tank
BASE S
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 10.6 13.2
Steering
BASE S
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) - TBD - - TBD -
Steering Type Electric Rack & Pinion Electric Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.1 35.1
Suspension
BASE S
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson MacPherson
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
Tires
BASE S
Front Tire Size P175/65R15 P195/55R16
Rear Tire Size P175/65R15 P195/55R16
Transmission
BASE S
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic Automatic
Trans Type 6 6
Vehicle
BASE S
Front Head Room (in) 38.8 38.8
Front Leg Room (in) 41.4 41.4
Front Shoulder Room (in) 50.3 50.3
Passenger Capacity 4 4
Passenger Volume (ft) - TBD - - TBD -
Second Head Room (in) 37.6 37.6
Second Leg Room (in) 29.9 29.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) 44.7 44.7
Weight Information
BASE S
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 2546 2634

2008 MINI Cooper Hardtop Safety Features

Safety Features
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
Cornering brake control (CBC)
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Brake assist
Dual stage front air bags -inc: passenger occupant sensor
Front seat-mounted side-impact air bags
Front/rear side curtain air bags
3-point seat belts for all positions w/belt stopper, pyrotechnic belt tightener, belt limiter
ISOFIX child seat attachments w/(2) rear anchorages
Crash sensor-inc: fuel cutoff, activate hazard lights & interior lights, doors unlock, airbag deployment
Twin horns
Traction control w/automatic stability control (ASC)
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).