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MINI Cooper Roadster

The 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster presents a compelling, albeit niche, option for used car shoppers.

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Model-year guides

2015201420132012
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2015 MINI Cooper Roadster2015 model

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
20152633299.057.138.11
20142634299.056.928.11
20132734308.716.927.84
20122734308.716.927.84

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrain
2015—41.6PremiumAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive
2014—41.6PremiumAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive
2013hatchback41.6PremiumAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive
2012hatchback41.6PremiumAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsDoorsCargo (L)Cargo (cu ft)GVWR
2015222418.5Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2014————Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2013————Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2012————Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearRated vehicletpms
20152015 Mini Cooper Roadster C FWDstandard
20142014 Mini Cooper Roadster C FWDstandard
20132013 Mini Cooper Roadster C FWDstandard
20122012 Mini Cooper Roadster C FWDstandard

Model year reports

2015

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The 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster presents a compelling, albeit niche, option for used car shoppers.

2014

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The 2014 MINI Cooper Roadster presents an excellent reliability profile with no reported recalls or complaints.

2013

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The 2013 MINI Cooper Roadster offers engaging driving dynamics but warrants careful inspection due to a significant number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs).

2012

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The 2012 MINI Cooper Roadster offers engaging driving dynamics, but its average reliability verdict and a significant number of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) warrant careful inspection.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the MINI Cooper Roadster?

Carfocal currently has 4 published Cooper Roadster reports, covering 2012 through 2015. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2015 MINI Cooper Roadster presents a compelling, albeit niche, option for used car shoppers.

Published year coverage: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015.

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Is the MINI Cooper Roadster reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every MINI Cooper Roadster. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2015 mini cooper roadster presents a compelling, albeit niche, option for used car shoppers. and the 2015 mini cooper roadster can represent good value for enthusiasts seeking a distinctive convertible. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the MINI Cooper Roadster?

Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2012 through 2015.

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