2015 MINI John Cooper Works
The Verdict
Worst problem area
No complaints reported
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model-year.
Complaints filed held steady at 0 in both 2014 and 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Minicompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,650–2,750 | 2,650 | 2,650–3,100 | 2,850–3,100 | 2,750–3,100 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–29 | 29 | 25–29 | 25–27 | 25–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–26 / 33–34 | 26 / 34 | 23–26 / 30–34 | 23–25 / 30–31 | 22–25 / 31–32 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 305–314 | 305–315 | 306–347 | 325–347 | 316–349 | |
| Complaints filed | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 2 | 2 | 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 2015 MINI John Cooper Works have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works get?
EPA rates it 25–29 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 MINI John Cooper Works?
EPA estimates $2,650–$3,100 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 (S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,750 | 316 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,750 | 316 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Two Seaters | 26 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | $2,650 (low) | 306 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 26 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | $2,650 (low) | 306 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 25 mpg | 31 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 325 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Subcompact Cars | 23 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 347 g/mi (high) |
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Recalls (2)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 15V628000 · Oct 7, 2015
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, an air bag that does not deploy properly increases the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
Remedy: MINI and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 and BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
STRUCTURE:BODY · Campaign 15V450000 · Jul 17, 2015
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles and 2015 MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop 2 Door vehicles. The affected vehicles do not meet the side impact performance requirements for the rear seat passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Consequence: If the side impact performance requirements are not met, rear seat passengers may be at a higher risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525. Note: this recall supersedes 14V-815.