MINI Cooper Convertible
The 2026 MINI Cooper Convertible presents a mixed reliability picture.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 27 | 37 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.36 | 7.84 |
| 2024 | 27 | 38 | 31 | 8.71 | 6.19 | 7.59 |
| 2023 | 27 | 37 | 31 | 8.71 | 6.36 | 7.59 |
| 2022 | 27 | 37 | 31 | 8.71 | 6.36 | 7.59 |
| 2021 | 26 | 37 | 30 | 9.05 | 6.36 | 7.84 |
| 2020 | 28 | 36 | 31 | 8.4 | 6.53 | 7.59 |
| 2019 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 |
| 2018 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 |
| 2017 | 27 | 36 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.53 | 7.84 |
| 2016 | 27 | 36 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.53 | 7.84 |
| 2015 | 26 | 33 | 29 | 9.05 | 7.13 | 8.11 |
| 2014 | 26 | 34 | 29 | 9.05 | 6.92 | 8.11 |
| 2013 | 27 | 34 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.92 | 7.84 |
| 2012 | 27 | 34 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.92 | 7.84 |
| 2011 | 27 | 34 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.92 | 7.84 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | chassis_cab | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 2.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 2.0 | Premium |
| 2024 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Manual/Standard | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2023 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2022 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Manual/Standard | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2021 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Manual/Standard | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2020 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2016 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 3, Displacement: 1.5, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 3 | 1.5 | Premium |
| 2015 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.6 | Premium |
| 2014 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.6 | Premium |
| 2013 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.6 | Premium |
| 2012 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.6 | Premium |
| 2011 | chassis_cab | Cylinders: 4, Displacement: 1.6, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 4 | 1.6 | Premium |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | pricing | Series | Base price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | Series: Cooper S | Cooper S | — | — |
| 2024 | Series: Cooper S | Cooper S | — | — |
| 2023 | Series: JCW | JCW | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | Base price: $38,400, Series: Cooper S ALL4, Note: HD Radio | Cooper S ALL4 | $38,400 | HD Radio |
| 2020 | Base price: $39,400, Series: Cooper | Cooper | $39,400 | — |
| 2019 | Base price: $36,900, Series: Cooper S | Cooper S | $36,900 | — |
| 2018 | Base price: $26,900, Series: Cooper | Cooper | $26,900 | — |
| 2017 | Series: Cooper | Cooper | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | GVWR | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Turbo | Entertainment system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | 4 | 2 | 161 | 5.7 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Standard | 2 | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 4 | 3 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 98.2, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 98.2 | 16 | 16 | — | — |
| 2020 | 4 | 3 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Turbo: Yes, GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.1, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 105.1 | 17 | 17 | Yes | — |
| 2019 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 98.2, Front wheel: 16, Rear wheel: 16 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 98.2 | 16 | 16 | — | CD + Stereo |
| 2018 | 4 | 2 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 98.2, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 98.2 | 17 | 17 | — | — |
| 2017 | 4 | 2 | 215 | 7.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 98.2, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 98.2 | 17 | 17 | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 2 | 170 | 6 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 4 | 2 | 170 | 6 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | tpms | pedestrianAeb | Rollover | Rated vehicle | adas |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | abs: standard |
| 2025 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, blindSpotMonitoring: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, rearCrossTrafficAlert: standard, rearAeb: standard, parkAssist: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2024 | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2023 | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2022 | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | optional | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, laneDepartureWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2021 | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2020 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, pedestrianAeb: standard, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2019 | — | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | — | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard | standard | — | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, autoBrake: optional, forwardCollisionWarning: optional, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: optional, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2018 | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | — | standard | — | — | optional | optional | standard | standard | — | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: optional, autoBrake: optional, forwardCollisionWarning: optional, rearCamera: standard, parkAssist: optional, adaptiveDrivingBeam: optional, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2017 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | abs: standard, esc: standard, tractionControl: standard, tpms: standard, adaptiveCruiseControl: standard, autoBrake: standard, forwardCollisionWarning: standard, rearCamera: standard, adaptiveDrivingBeam: standard, autoReverseSystem: standard |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | tpms: standard |
| 2015 | Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2015 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | 5 | 2015 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | tpms: standard |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | tpms: standard |
| 2013 | Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | — |
| 2012 | Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | — |
| 2011 | Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2011 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | 5 | 2011 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | tpms: standard |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 MINI Cooper Convertible presents a mixed reliability picture.
2025
The 2025 MINI Cooper Convertible offers engaging driving dynamics but warrants careful inspection due to a single recall concerning the front seat belt retractors.
2024
The 2024 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability outlook, backed by zero recalls and complaints.
2023
The 2023 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability profile with zero recalls or complaints logged.
2022
The 2022 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero NHTSA complaints.
2021
The 2021 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints according to NHTSA data.
2020
The 2020 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability record based on available data, with no recalls or complaints logged.
2019
The 2019 MINI Cooper Convertible presents a generally positive reliability picture, earning an 'Excellent' verdict.
2018
The 2018 MINI Cooper Convertible offers an excellent reliability record, though the absence of recalls and complaints is unusual and warrants a thorough inspection for potential latent issues.
2017
The 2017 MINI Cooper Convertible earns an 'Excellent' reliability verdict, bolstered by zero recalls or complaints.
2016
The 2016 MINI Cooper Convertible presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2015
The 2015 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability record with no recalls or complaints logged.
2014
The 2014 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability profile with no reported recalls or complaints, though confidence is tempered by limited data.
2013
The 2013 MINI Cooper Convertible offers a spirited driving experience with excellent fuel economy, but its reliability assessment is hampered by a lack of comprehensive data.
2012
The 2012 MINI Cooper Convertible presents an excellent reliability record with zero recalls and complaints in the available data.
2011
The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible offers spirited driving and unique style, but buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection of the **convertible top mechanism** due to its potential for costly repairs.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the MINI Cooper Convertible?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Cooper Convertible reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 MINI Cooper Convertible presents a mixed reliability picture.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the MINI Cooper Convertible reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every MINI Cooper Convertible. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 mini cooper convertible presents a mixed reliability picture. and the value of a used 2026 mini cooper convertible is directly tied to its unproven long-term reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the MINI Cooper Convertible?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2026.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints