2026 MINI Cooper
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 2 of 3 complaints (67%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 5 in 2025 to 3 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 Compact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,400–2,850 | 2,400–2,600 | 2,400–2,600 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–32 | 30–32 | 30–32 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 23–29 / 33–38 | 26–28 / 36–39 | 26–28 / 36–39 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 274–330 | 273–292 | 273–292 | |
| Complaints filed | 2 | 5 | 3 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 4 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 8 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 MINI Cooper have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2026 MINI Cooper get?
EPA rates it 30–32 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 MINI Cooper?
EPA estimates $2,400–$2,600 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 27 mpg | 37 mpg | 30 mpg (low) | $2,600 (high) | 287 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 26 mpg (low) | 36 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | $2,600 (high) | 292 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 27 mpg | 39 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 278 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 39 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 275 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 39 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 276 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AM-S7) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Compact Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 39 mpg (high) | 32 mpg (high) | $2,400 (low) | 273 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR · Campaign 25V616000 · Sep 17, 2025
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Consequence: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.