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2025 Model Redesign Year

The redesigned Mini Cooper is immediately recognizable and retains its charm, agility, and fun-to-drive nature, but alas, a manual transmission is no longer available. The minimalist cabin features more technology and advanced driving assistance than before. The large, circular center screen acts as the interface for infotainment and climate functions. It is augmented by a head-up display that's handy in showing speed, speed limit, and the driver assistance status. The 201-hp, 2.0-liter turbo-four engine in the Cooper S is punchy and sounds sporty. The seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is quick and direct but suffers from some low-speed hiccups.

Handling is super-agile, but the ride is very stiff and choppy. Four-door and convertible versions are also available.

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2025 Mini Cooper

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Road Test Score

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Base MSRP Range

$28,950 - $43,700

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Base MSRP Range

$28,950 - $43,700

2025 Mini Cooper

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2025 Mini Cooper

$28,950 - $43,700

Road Test Score

/ 100

Predicted Reliability

/ 100

Predicted Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

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2014-2024

2014 Model Redesign Year

The redesigned 2014 Cooper grew wider and longer, rides better, and has more normal controls. Improved ride and better noise isolation make it more suitable for longer drives and up to date connectivity for the time was welcomed. Even with these improvements, the Mini's frisky character and unmatched charm remain intact. The base turbocharged three-cylinder is surprisingly powerful, and the turbo four-cylinder in the S is strong. We got 31 mpg with the base car, and 30 in the S. While the automatic works well, the manual transmission better fits the Mini's nature.

If you want a fun little car, go for the base Mini. But if you want something really sporty, check out the Cooper S. Beyond that, keep things simple. New features for 2016 include an available Sports package with driver-adjustable suspension settings. Updates for 2020 included standard forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking.

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2024 Mini Cooper

$23,100 - $36,300

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2023 Mini Cooper

$20,175 - $30,950

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2022 Mini Cooper

$17,125 - $29,300

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2021 Mini Cooper

$15,350 - $27,550

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2020 Mini Cooper

$14,025 - $24,300

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2019 Mini Cooper

$10,150 - $21,925

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2018 Mini Cooper

$8,250 - $18,525

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2017 Mini Cooper

$7,250 - $15,800

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2016 Mini Cooper

$6,525 - $13,200

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2015 Mini Cooper

$5,525 - $11,125

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2014 Mini Cooper

$4,800 - $10,525

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2007-2013

2007 Model Redesign Year

We really enjoy the Mini Cooper's excellent handling and performance. Nimble, quick and more refined, this 2007 redesign continues to be a lot of fun to drive. However, the ride quality of our S model test car was very stiff. Further, the design compromises practicality with its tiny rear seat and small trunk. This is a car you get because it's fun, rather than because it's practical. The larger and somewhat more practical Clubman arrived in 2008 with a small third door and a useful back seat.

2013 Mini Cooper

$4,750 - $8,900

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2012 Mini Cooper

$4,000 - $7,750

Reliability Verdict

/ 100

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2011 Mini Cooper

$4,050 - $6,175

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2010 Mini Cooper

$3,800 - $5,400

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2009 Mini Cooper

$3,075 - $5,000

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2008 Mini Cooper

$3,075 - $4,375

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2007 Mini Cooper

$3,075 - $3,675

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2002-2006

2002 Model Redesign Year

The Mini Cooper is fun to drive and has plenty of head- and legroom up front. This version uses a small four-cylinder engine, paired with a slick manual, a CVT in early versions, or a responsive six-speed automatic. Handling is agile, with quick, precise steering and very little body roll. However, the ride can be choppy. The base engine lacks oomph, but the Cooper S, in early supercharged or later turbocharged form, is quick. A short windshield limits visibility, the rear seat is tiny, and the stylized controls and gauges are a confusing jumble.

But if you're looking for a car with character, the Mini Cooper has lots of it.

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2006 Mini Cooper

$3,225 - $4,000

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2005 Mini Cooper

$3,150 - $3,775

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

/ 5

2004 Mini Cooper

$3,100 - $3,500

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2002 Mini Cooper

$3,075 - $3,275

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2003 Mini Cooper

$3,075 - $3,375

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

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