The 2021 MINI Cooper has a low safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 0 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V5540002021-21-07

SEAT BELTS

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive), M2 Competition Coupe, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3, M3 Competition, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, CooperS, JCW), X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X2 M35i, Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE), MINI Convertible (Cooper, Cooper S, JCW), MINI Clubman (Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW), MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), Rolls Royce Ghost, MINI Countryman (Cooper S E All4), Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Toyota Supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

MINI Cooper Fuel Economy

26–31mpg combined

22-29city

30-37hwy

$1,850-$2,250/yr

Across 18 configurations, the 2021 MINI Cooper returns 26–31 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Cooper Hardtop 2 door - Automatic (AM-S7)

31mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city37 hwy~$1,850/yr7/10 Clean

Cooper Hardtop 4 door - Automatic (AM-S7)

31mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city37 hwy~$1,850/yr7/10 Clean

Cooper Convertible - Automatic (AM-S7)

31mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city37 hwy~$1,850/yr7/10 Clean

Cooper Hardtop 2 door - Manual 6-spd

30mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city37 hwy~$1,950/yr6/10 Average

Cooper Hardtop 4 door - Manual 6-spd

30mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city37 hwy~$1,950/yr6/10 Average

Cooper Convertible - Manual 6-spd

30mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city37 hwy~$1,950/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Hardtop 2 door - Automatic (AM-S7)

30mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city35 hwy~$1,950/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Hardtop 4 door - Automatic (AM-S7)

30mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city35 hwy~$1,950/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Clubman - Automatic (AM-S7)

29mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city35 hwy~$2,000/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Convertible - Automatic (AM-S7)

29mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city34 hwy~$2,000/yr6/10 Average

Cooper SE Countryman All4 - Automatic (S6)

29mpg

1.5L 3-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

29 city30 hwy~$2,000/yr9/10 Clean

Cooper S Countryman - Automatic (AM-S7)

28mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city33 hwy~$2,050/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Hardtop 2 door - Manual 6-spd

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city33 hwy~$2,150/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Hardtop 4 door - Manual 6-spd

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city33 hwy~$2,150/yr6/10 Average

Cooper S Clubman - Manual 6-spd

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city32 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average

Cooper S Clubman All4 - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average

Cooper S Convertible - Manual 6-spd

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city32 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average

Cooper S Countryman All4 - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

23 city31 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2021 MINI Cooper

35States

28%in top 3

13% of the market sits in California, though listings span 35 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

CACalifornia

77413%

TXTexas

5208%

FLFlorida

4457%

DCWashington DC

4227%

MDMaryland

4077%

PAPennsylvania

3556%

NYNew York

3225%

NJNew Jersey

2574%

DEDelaware

2103%

ILIllinois

2033%

COColorado

1753%

WAWashington

1543%

AZArizona

1412%

GAGeorgia

1392%

MN115

ID95

MO95

WY92

MT91

ND91

SD91

NV79

TN78

VA77

OR75

IN72

RI62

HI61

NC58

OH56

MI54

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2021.

2021 MINI Cooper: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2021 MINI Cooper a good car to buy?

The 2021 MINI Cooper has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2021 MINI Cooper?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2021 MINI Cooper?

Depending on configuration, the 2021 MINI Cooper delivers 26–31 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

How does the 2021 compare to other MINI Cooper years?

Each MINI Cooper model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the MINI Cooper overview page.