2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door — Full Specifications
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The 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door is a hatchback powered by a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 37 mpg (UK) / 31 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 32–37 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2022 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 37 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Hatchback |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 80 cu ft (2,265 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 9 cu ft (255 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 37 combined / 34 urban / 46 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 31 combined / 28 city / 38 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 174 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 6 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,650 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door, all with the 2L 4-cyl turbo engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 27 to 31 mpg (US), or 32 to 37 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 37 | 31 (28/38) | 174 | $2,650 |
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 32 | 27 (23/33) | 206 | $3,050 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 80 cubic feet (about 2,265 litres) and luggage volume at 9 cubic feet (about 255 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
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Running Costs: 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door at 37 mpg combined, expect roughly 983 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,650 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
How It Compares
MINI models in our database average about 34 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door's 37 mpg is 3 mpg above that make average. Its 174 g/km CO₂ figure is 19 g/km lower than the 193 g/km MINI average.
Of the 10 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door model years we cover, the 2023 ranks 2nd for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (37 mpg UK combined, against a high of 38 mpg). See every MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door have?
It's fitted with a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (am-s7) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door?
The most efficient configuration returns around 37 mpg (UK) combined, or 31 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 32 to 37 mpg.
How much does the 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,650 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 door have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 80 cubic feet (about 2,265 litres) and luggage volume at 9 cubic feet (about 255 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.