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2011 MINI Cooper S Towing Capacity

How much can a 2011 MINI Cooper S pull? Compare 2 trim levels.

What will it tow?

RV   Car   Boat   Typical trailers



2011 MINI Cooper S Trims
Towing capacity by engine

Choose a towing vehicle wisely. Make sure the engine has enough power, the gearbox is capable of withstanding heavy loads, and the axle ratio is optimal for hauling.

  • Base 2dr Hatchback - 1,430 lbs
  • Base 2dr Convertible - 1,430 lbs

Base 2dr Hatchback

Maximum Towing Capacity - 1430 lb

It is the same for all trims.

The maximum weight that MINI Cooper S is allowed to tow. The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft (1,000 m) above sea level. With increasing altitude the engine power and therefore the car's climbing ability are impaired because of the reduced air density, so the maximum trailer weight has to be reduced accordingly. The weight of the car and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (or part thereof).

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - 3494 lb

This is the maximum amount of weight MINI Cooper S is rated to carry (engine, chassis, fluids, passengers, cargo, load - everything). It is often determined by the manufacturer and is indicated in the owner's manual or on the inside of the drive's door panel.

Curb Weight - 2668 lb

This is how much MINI Cooper S weighs sitting on the curb with no driver, passengers, no cargo and no load with all standard options.

Payload Capacity - 826 lb

Payload is considered all the extra stuff you put inside your vehicle, whether it be passengers or a pile of rocks, that weight is all considered payload. You can increase it by:

  1. Upgrading the Rear Springs.
  2. Adding Coil-Over Shock Absorbers.
  3. Installing a Longer Truck Bed.
  4. Attaching a Trailer.
  5. Adding Bed Racks.

Horsepower - 181 hp

It is the same for all trims.

The higher the power of your engine, the more weight your car can pull.

Torque - 177 Lb-Ft

It is the same for all trims.

High torque is essential for towing because it allows you to pull the trailer at a lower RPM, reducing the strain on the engine.

Axle Ratio - 3.65

It is the same for all trims.

The higher the axle ratio, the more power your vehicle produces, and as a result, the more weight this car can tow.

Drive Type - no data

All-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicles are best suited for towing, while front-wheel drive vehicles can haul much less weight.

Transmission - no data

Do not overload your vehicle while towing, as this can cause the transmission to overheat and fail. If your transmission has "Towing mode" - be sure to turn it on.

Turbocharger - no data

Turbocharged engines produce more power, so if you need a vehicle for towing, choose the one equipped with a turbo.

Wheelbase - 97.1

It is the same for all trims.

The longer your vehicle's wheelbase, the less likely the trailer you tow will push down on the rear axle and lift the front end.

Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - 1918 lb

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a front axle of your MINI Cooper S.

Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - 1664 lb

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a rear axle of your MINI Cooper S.

Base 2dr Convertible




Trailers that Your Vehicle Can Tow

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RVs

Inside the RV, you will find everything you need for a comfortable stay, even away from civilization.



Car Trailers

If you need to transport your car over a long distance - use a car trailer - this method is much safer and more reliable than towing with a rope.

Choose the car you want to haul:

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Boat Trailers

If you need to transport a boat, make sure you choose the right size trailer.


Boat trailer

Typical Trailers

Whatever your needs, you can find a trailer that's perfect for you.


Boat trailer

What is a 2011 MINI Cooper S maximum towing capacity?

When organizing much-awaited trips in the open air, you have to remember the 2011 MINI Cooper S towing capacity, that is the key feature for such endevour. The towing capacity is really the vehicle's optimum amount of weight that it can safely tow. This data can often be located on a sticker located on the inside of the driver's front door next to the door latch. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) will be the maximum functional weight (including freight and passengers) and should not be exceeded. Typically, the load of the trailer being pulled is recommended to be kept within 10-15 per cent of the GVWR.

Beneath, you may check out the info on the towing capacity of the 2011 MINI Cooper S with all trims and generations. Take note that the maximum towing weight could differ based on the braking system of what is being towed. In case a trailer is equipped with its own brakes then it is "braked capacity". If not, it really is unbraked capacity. When purchasing your RV, you have to understand that its weight and ranking is taken from the trailer's producer plus all the added payload you are going to put in it must never surpass the 2011 MINI Cooper S towing capacity. Violating this important principle will affect your capability to control and stop just in time and may someday result in permanent damage to your vehicle or even trigger crashes on the streets.

PAY ATTENTION

Drivers must not exceed the MINI Cooper S towing capacity as it can have serious consequences such as interfering with your car's braking ability

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The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has developed the J2807 set of recommended practices. The tow test procedures designed by the big brains at the SAE consist of a series of rigorous real-world challenges to determine the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of a vehicle and trailer combination.