MINI Cooper Convertible — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have MINI Cooper Convertible specifications on file for 16 model years, 2010–2025, covering coupe trims. Across those years EPA data lists 3 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 34 to 38 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20252L 4-cyl turboPremium Gasoline36178———
20241.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline37–38170———
20231.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline37–38170———
20221.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline37–38170———
20211.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline36–37174———
20201.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline37175—26
20191.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline36–37175—210
20181.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline36–38174—06
20171.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline36–38175—318
20161.5L 3-cyl turboPremium Gasoline36181———
20151.6L 4-cylPremium Gasoline35188—656
20141.6L 4-cylPremium Gasoline35–36183———
20131.6L 4-cylPremium Gasoline36185—047
20121.6L 4-cylPremium Gasoline36184—066
20111.6L 4-cylPremium Gasoline36184—092
20101.6L 4-cylPremium Gasoline34–37178—2102

Best and Worst MINI Cooper Convertible Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 9 MINI Cooper Convertible model years from 2010 to 2020 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 47 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2018 — 6 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2020 — 6 complaints, 2 recall campaigns
  • 2019 — 10 complaints, 2 recall campaigns

Most owner complaints

  • 2010 — 102 complaints, 2 recall campaigns
  • 2011 — 92 complaints, 0 recall campaigns
  • 2012 — 66 complaints, 0 recall campaigns

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the MINI Cooper Convertible covered on this site?

We have data for 16 model years of the MINI Cooper Convertible, from 2010 to 2025.

What engines does the MINI Cooper Convertible come with?

EPA data lists: 1.6L 4-cyl (2010–2015); 1.5L 3-cyl turbo (2016–2024); 2L 4-cyl turbo (2025).

Which MINI Cooper Convertible year has the best fuel economy?

The 2024 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 38 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the MINI Cooper Convertible have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.

Which MINI Cooper Convertible model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2015 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (6), and the 2010 has the most owner complaints (102). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2011–2013 and 2018. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the MINI Cooper Convertible?

The MINI Cooper Convertible is classed as a coupe on this site.

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