MINI Cooper Convertible vs Nissan Z
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the MINI Cooper Convertible and the Nissan Z as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: British United Automobiles Inc. (Autohub Group) and Nissan Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: MINI Philippines (British United Automobiles Inc.), via mini.com.ph.
MINI Cooper Convertible
John Cooper Works variant
- SRP
- ₱4,550,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱79,178
Photo: Nissan Philippines, via nissan.ph.
Nissan Z
3.0L Premium Coupe MT variant
- SRP
- ₱3,988,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱69,399
How they differ
- The Nissan Z is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱3,988,000, which is ₱562,000 (12%) below the MINI Cooper Convertible at ₱4,550,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Z is estimated at ₱69,399 a month against ₱79,178 for the Cooper Convertible, a difference of ₱9,779 a month.
- The Z makes more power (383 PS against 231.2 PS for the Cooper Convertible).
- The Z has more torque (475 Nm against 380 Nm for the Cooper Convertible).
- The Z is the longer vehicle (4,380 mm against 3,879 mm for the Cooper Convertible).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | MINI Cooper ConvertibleJohn Cooper Works, ₱4,550,000 | Nissan Z3.0L Premium Coupe MT, ₱3,988,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline-4 gasoline | 3.0L twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve V6 (VR30DDTT) |
| Displacement (differs) | 1998 cc | n/a |
| Max power (differs) | 231.2 PS | 383 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | n/a | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 380 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,500-4,000 | 1,600-4,400 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Direct injection gasoline |
| Fuel economy (differs) | 14.5 km/L | n/a |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 7-speed dual-clutch automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain (differs) | Front-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive with mechanical limited-slip differential |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 3879 mm | 4380 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1744 mm | 1845 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1431 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2495 mm | 2550 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | n/a | 126 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1600 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.2 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 4 | n/a |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 44 L | 62 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | 215 L | 241 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | Multi-link |
| Front brake (differs) | n/a | 4-piston 14-inch ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | n/a | 2-piston 13.8-inch ventilated disc |
| Tyres (differs) | n/a | Front 255/40 R19, rear 275/35 R19 |
| Wheels (differs) | n/a | 19-inch RAYS forged alloy |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | ABS with EBD and Brake Assist |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 6 |
| Driver assistance (differs) | n/a | Intelligent Cruise Control, Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist |
| Stability control (differs) | n/a | Vehicle Dynamic Control, Traction Control System, Hill Start Assist |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 240 mm circular OLED touchscreen with MINI Operating System 9, navigation and 'Hey MINI' voice assistant | 8-inch touchscreen display audio with 8-speaker Bose audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Instrument panel (differs) | Driving information shown on the circular OLED centre display | 12-inch full TFT display |
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED projector |
| Keyless system (differs) | MINI Digital Key Plus (smartphone key) | Intelligent Key with push start |
| Other features (differs) | Electric soft top usable at up to 30 km/h; JCW body kit and red roof, JCW sport seats and steering wheel, Harman Kardon sound system, JCW Go-Kart mode | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.