Mini Cooper
With more than 20 years of development, the popular MINI Cooper is better than ever as the all-new fourth generation arrives for the 2025 model year. With a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive, the Cooper is as sporty as its predecessors. With seating for four adults and 34.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity (with the second-row seats folded down), the two-door Cooper hatchback delivers fun at an economical price point. The Cooper is also available as a four-door hatchback and as a two-door convertible.
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Fourth generation Mini Cooper
The newest Mini Cooper is a technology showcase, featuring a twin-scroll turbocharged engine from parent company BMW with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and front-wheel drive as the only powertrain available. Certain trademark Mini features like the large round center-dash infotainment center are still there, but driver information is presented through a head-up display above the dash.
The Cooper is available in a two-door hatchback configuration or as a four-door hatchback for easier access to the back seats. Lovers of fresh air and sunshine can also choose a two-door convertible with a power canvas top. The Cooper convertible trades the hatchback for a small trunk.
Inside, the tech-forward Cooper offers wireless device charging and smartphone integration, as well as heated front seats and steering wheel. The 9.4-inch OLED center display handles speed, tachometer, and infotainment/climate functions. Vescin leather-free upholstery made from recycled materials is standard.
Model highlights
Turbocharged engine
Dual-clutch automatic transmission with front-wheel drive
Seating for four
Head-up display
Two or four doors
Available convertible
Third generation Mini Cooper
The third-generation Mini Cooper was larger in every dimension than the model it replaced, making it more comfortable for American buyers than previous Coopers. In this generation, the basic Cooper was delivered with a 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine, paired with a six-speed manual or an available six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
This generation of Cooper was available as a two-door hatchback, four-door hatchback, or as a two-door convertible with a small trunk.
Inside, the third-gen Cooper retained all the traditional cues of the preceding cars, including a large, round display placed in the center of the dash. Within that round display is a 6.5-inch infotainment touchscreen or an optional 8.8-inch display with GPS navigation. When new, buyers could specify standard or sport seats, contrasting interior colors, and different materials for upholstery, giving every Cooper a personalized design.
Model highlights
Turbocharged engine
Manual or automatic transmission
Seating for four
Two or four doors
Available convertible
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2025 - present
2025 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Redesigned for 2025 with evolutionary styling
Slightly larger
New base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder replaces turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder
More power for turbocharged 2.0-liter four in S models
Head-up display replaces gauge cluster
9.4-inch touchscreen in round bezel is standard
Now called Cooper instead of Hardtop or convertible
No manual transmission
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Previous generation from 2014 - 2024
2024 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Base Classic trim returned to lineup
New ocean-themed Seaside Edition for convertible
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2023 Mini Cooper
Highlights
New green and bronze Resolute Edition
Manual transmission returned after short hiatus of less than a year
Apple CarPlay® became standard
Adaptive cruise control became a stand-alone option
Classic and Signature Plus trims dropped
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2022 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Revised front and rear ends
Standard larger 8.8-inch touchscreen and digital instrument cluster
Manual transmission dropped midyear
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2021 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Manual transmission returned after a year off
Digital instrument cluster available
Limited-edition GP trim with 301 horsepower for two-door body style
New Sidewalk packages for convertible
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2020 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Manual transmission dropped
Seven-speed automatic transmission replaced six-speed automatic in base models
Eight-speed automatic for S models replaced six-speed automatic
Standard automatic emergency braking
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2019 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Trim levels restructured to Classic, Signature, and Iconic
Wireless phone charging and Apple CarPlay® available
Updated infotainment interface
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2018 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Rearview camera and rear parking sensors became standard
Technology package added front parking sensors and automatic parking
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2017 Mini Cooper
Highlights
6.5-inch touchscreen standard for Hardtop models
Mini Seven special edition debuted with unique wheels and upholstery
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2016 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Convertible updated to third-generation body style, interior, and powertrains
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2015 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Four-door body style returned
John Cooper Works trim returned
Heated mirrors and automatic climate control newly standard
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2014 Mini Cooper
Highlights
Mini Hardtop two-door redesigned and larger
New turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder base engine
New turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder for S models
Six-speed manual and automatic transmissions
Six-inch or 8.8-inch display screens
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Reliability
RepairPal gave the Mini Cooper an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mini Cooper 26th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Mini Cooper is $607, compared to an average of $447 for Subcompact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Mini Cooper owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 2.0 times per year, compared to an average of 1.0 times for Subcompact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 12% for the Mini Cooper, compared to an average of 11% for Subcompact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Jeff Zurschmeide has been an automotive journalist for more than 20 years, covering the new car business as well as motorsports and industry news. He lives in Tillamook, Oregon, at the confluence of great roads, nice weather, and plenty of space for a collection of strange old automobiles.
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