2015 Mini Cooper review
Mini Cooper highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Available four door
- Great handling
- Turbocharged engines available
Cons
- Limited space
- Firm ride
- Reduced visibility
Mileage (EPA estimate)
26 city, 34 highway, 29 combined
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Four-door Mini
The 2015 Mini Cooper is a particularly functional Mini, thanks to the newly available four-door option on this model year. The 2015 Mini Cooper comes as a hatchback (available in a two-door or four-door body) or convertible. Available turbo engines and performance upgrades give the 2015 Mini Cooper a sporty feel. The Mini Cooper comes with standard synthetic leather upholstery, while genuine leather is an available option. Upscale features including a heads-up display and a premium audio system make your drives even more comfortable.
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What is new for the 2015 Mini Cooper?
- Cooper trims have been upgraded with Cloth Seats and Manual Transmission as standard equipment this year.
- Rear View Camera features are now available as options on select trims.
- The John Cooper Works trim now comes with Run Flat Tires as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2015 Mini Cooper
1. Four-door Mini
The 2015 Mini Cooper is family friendly, thanks to the available four-door hatchback that increases seating in the Mini from four passengers to five. The four-door Mini Cooper has an additional 2.5 inches of legroom in the back, making it more comfortable for rear passengers. Two sets of available LATCH connectors allow you to install car seats on the outboard rear seats.
2. Distinctive styling
If you’re drawn to bold prints and bright colors, you’ll love the distinctive styling on the 2015 Mini Cooper. The Mini Cooper comes in distinct colors, including British Racing Green. Racing stripes and exterior graphics are also available. Inside, the dash is dominated by Mini’s unique circular display, which houses the speedometer in convertible Minis and temperature and audio controls in hatchback Minis.
3. Turbocharged engines
To add a bit of extra zoom to your commute, choose a 2015 Mini Cooper with the available turbocharged engines. The Cooper S trim of the hatchback (both two- and four-door models) has a 189-hp 2L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, while the convertible has a 181-hp 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Both can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds when paired with the standard manual transmission.
4. Convertible
The 2015 Mini Cooper is always fun to drive, but the available convertible body style adds a bit of extra joy. The power roof can fold all the way down, or function partially open thanks to the “sunroof” setting. Whether you’re taking a weekend cruise on the coast or driving home from work, you’ll love the feel of the sun on your face.
5. Customizable features
The 2015 Mini Cooper has tons of available features, so you can always find the car that’s right for you. A sports-tuned suspension and aerodynamic styling kit are great for track enthusiasts. Available genuine leather upholstery, a head-up display, and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon® audio system add to the Mini’s luxury feel.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.3 out of 5
16 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 8 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 6 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
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.
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Base 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Heated Mirrors
- Leatherette Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Run Flat Tires
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
121
Torque (ft-lbs)
118
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
97.1"
Overall length
146.6"
Width
66.3"
Height
55.4"
Leg room
F 41.4"/R 29.9"
Head room
F 38.4"/R 38.5"
Front tires
P195/55VR16
Rear tires
P195/55VR16
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Manual 6
2015 Mini Cooper FAQ
The 2015 Mini Cooper is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 27 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- S: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- John Cooper Works: 26 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
The Mini Cooper received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Mini Cooper as 25 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
The 2015 Mini Cooper has received an average 4.2 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 Mini Cooper, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 Mini Cooper Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2015 Mini Cooper:
- Cloth Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Heated Mirrors
- Run Flat Tires
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