2022 Mini Cooper review
Mini Cooper highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Nimble and responsive
- Upscale interior
- Quick and fuel-efficient engines
Cons
- Ride can be stiff
- Tight rear seat
- No Android Auto™
Mileage (EPA estimate)
23 city, 33 highway, 26 combined
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The 2022 Mini Cooper is a premium, fun-to-drive, compact car
The Mini Cooper is one of the most recognizable cars on the road, with a rich history dating back 50 years. For the 2022 model year, the diminutive model gets fresh styling with a larger grille spanned by a body-color bar designed for a wider-looking stance. Headlights are also new, and taillights displaying the Union Jack flag are standard. Inside, the updated Cooper gets an 8.8-inch display screen as standard equipment for all trim levels. Mini offers the Cooper as a two-door or four-door Hardtop or as a convertible, each available in multiple trim levels. The Mini's go-kart-like handling is one of the hallmarks of this fun little car, but the cost of that enjoyment is a ride that can be stiff and choppy. While the four-door variant offers reasonable rear seat room, adults would not be comfortable spending any length of time in the rear seat of the two-door. The Mini offers a premium interior and standout design, which keeps it competitive with vehicles like the Volkswagen Golf GTI or Honda Civic.
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What is new for the 2022 Mini Cooper?
- Cooper trims have been upgraded with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment this year.
- Heated Steering Wheel and Android Auto features are now available as options on select trims.
- The John Cooper Works trim now comes with Leatherette Seats and Soft Top as standard equipment.
2022 Mini Cooper trims
Base:
- 134-hp, 162-lb-ft of torque 1.5L
- Power Mirrors
- Overhead Airbags
- Leatherette Seats
- Cruise Control
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Defroster
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear View Camera
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S:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- 189-hp, 206-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
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John Cooper Works:
- Includes all features available on the S
- 228-hp, 235-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Cloth Seats
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Navigation System
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What We Like
Performance: Since its return to the U.S. market almost 20 years ago, the Mini Cooper has been best known for its outstanding driving characteristics and go-kart-like handling. Mini offers a range of engines and performance levels, including the high-performance John Cooper Works (JCW) that gets the fun combination of a 228-horsepower engine and a six-speed manual gearbox. Mini also offers the fully electric Cooper SE.
Interior: It may be a bit cramped for adults trying to fit in the rear seat, but passengers up front will be surprised at how roomy the cabin feels. A digital instrument panel and 8.8-inch central display give the Mini a high-tech look, further enhanced by the adjustable ambient lighting. Apple CarPlay® integration is available, but Android Auto is not.
Customizable: Many Mini owners like to customize their Coopers to add even more personality to the little car. Mini offers a variety of roof shades, upholstery options, and paint colors that let customers make the car their own, so there is a lot of variety on the used market to choose from. There's also a multi-tone roof that features a color gradient that shifts from blue to black for a unique look.
What Needs Improvement
Utility: Given its small size, it's no surprise that the Mini Cooper's cargo area is on the small side, with just 13.1 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats. There is room for some grocery bags or a soft-sided piece of luggage, but there isn't space for anything larger. The rear seats fold flat, which does add some level of utility.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the Mini Cooper an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mini Cooper 26th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
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Base 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Leather Seats
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Navigation System
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
2WD
Engine size
1.5L
Horsepower
134
Torque (ft-lbs)
162
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
11.6
Wheelbase
98.2"
Overall length
152.2"
Width
68"
Height
55.7"
Leg room
F 41.4"/R 30.9"
Head room
F 40.3"/R 39"
Front tires
P175/65HR15
Rear tires
P175/65HR15
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2022 Mini Cooper FAQ
The 2022 Mini Cooper is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base : 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- S : 23 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- John Cooper Works : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Mini Cooper received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Mini Cooper as 25 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
Here is what's new for the 2022 Mini Cooper:
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Android Auto
- Leatherette Seats
- Soft Top
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