Mini Cooper convertible is officially starting sales in North America. The car has been redesigned and is offered with various options.

The basic Cooper convertible has 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine which provides 118 horsepower. The higher level Cooper S has the same engine, but outputs 172 hp. The car comes with six-speed transmission which can be either manual or automatic.

Mini Cooper received soft top with a sliding-roof function. The roof can be opened and closed at 20 mph or less. In case of an accident the rollover bars deploy automatically.

The little BMW auto has bigger storage space than its predecessor, with an increased luggage compartment and two-position package shelf.

The manufacturer offers a greater variety of colors for the convertible. A customer can order different colors of wheels, interior trim and upholstery.

 As the optional features for Mini Cooper you can get dynamic stability control, electromechanical power steering, cornering brake control and dynamic traction control with electronic differential lock control.