Gas mileage is not what I thought it should be when I purchased it. Maintenance is very expensive since Mini is owned by BMW. Otherwise, I am really thrilled with the car. It's fun to drive and it is very cute. It is kind of small but I am used to it now.
Jay C
on January 30, 2021
This is my second and last mini cooper.
Burns through tires much too frequently as do most BMWs from what I understand. I find there to be much too much loud road noise in cabin. Expensive to maintain between parts and labor is extraordinarily expensive due to hard to reach components and. Fun to drive, corners wonderfully.
Cara M
on December 15, 2020
Lots of space in the clubman
My car is safe and holds a lot of groceries. I love the clubman style because it is so easy to pack up.the car to travel or with groceries. The only weird thing is to open the back doors you.have to.push a button on the remote which is not accessible if you have the key fob in the ignition. The back seat is also very roomy, just a pain to get into.
Des H
on September 8, 2020
Cute and fun but expensive.
This car is very high maintenance. I love driving it but it requires constant upkeep. I am constantly checking the oil and it will occasionally start smoking from the exhaust. The cost of maintenance is very high as well. Luckily my father is a mechanic and can do repairs. But I love being able to find my car in a parking lot with lots of other cars and being able to fit into almost any parking spot. I find my car very cute and I enjoy having it.
John Doe
on June 12, 2020
Stay away!!! I would have given it 1/2 star.
Hell NO!! Second time it has blown the head gasket!!!
John Callaghan
on June 1, 2020
It really does handle like a go-cart with an angry dog in the basement
Once you compare the Cooper S models to the JCW you will see the difference is significant. Handling, acceleration and fun. It really will do 150+.
Linda D
on May 11, 2020
The car is dependable and is good on gas as old as it is.
The main concern is cost of repairs. But live it overall. Works get for hauling things in back even though it is small.
Ashley M
on February 7, 2020
Mini Cooper says 'More oil, please!'
I bought my car used with about 60,000 miles on it and have had it for about 1.5 years now. It has been my daily driver plus I've driven it from Phoenix to Flagstaff and Tucson on different occasions. It has been a great car. It's much roomier inside than you'd think; I'm 6' tall and have no issues with legroom or headroom. The only issue I've experienced has to do with oil; I need to add at least half a quart once a month. It doesn't appear to be running out anywhere so I assume it's a very slow leak.
Caitlin H
on January 25, 2020
Compact size and fun to drive!
My Mini is my first manual shift vehicle and I have greatly enjoyed learning to drive with it. The compact size is perfect for me and I find the dashboard very easy to understand and navigate, and it has some useful features that notify me when something needs attention, such as low tire pressure. However, I have had some issues with the engine that have led to expensive repairs.
Grayson J
on December 23, 2019
It is pretty sometimes when it is working.
Cost of maintenance is awful. Finding someone to work on them is difficult. I would not buy one again.
Linda D
on October 25, 2019
Fun but high repair bills.
The mini cooper clubman is a very fun car to drive. It makes driving in a traffic a breeze and is easy to park. The only downside is that fun comes with high repair bills. Other than the repair bills it is a great little city highway and mountain car.
Michael B
on June 6, 2019
Expensive to repair if something goes wrong.
The mini cooper is a safe and fun car to drive. It is contact and loaded with many features to include Bluetooth, leathers trim and a stylish body style. It is reliable, and vest off all fully functional for the daily commuter.
Lacey S
on May 16, 2019
I call it the micro-machine.
Love the handling, mpg is amazing. Fun to drive. Unique, comfortable, and fun. Does not come with run-flat tires like older models, but with a spare.
Laken G
on April 14, 2019
It has a unique speedometer and fun interior cabin lighting.
My car is a bit of a lemon. It has been to the shop multiple times. I paid for all the expenses out of pocket except one that was covered by the warranty. Thankfully I had not exceeded the mileage or I would have to pay $900 to get it fixed. It is a very light car so it is awful in the winter. You will get stuck very easily. Sometimes the windows leak since they have no trim on the top. The gas mileage and leather seats are nice. The door handles occasionally stick but I have not had trouble with it rusting yet.
Anthony F
on February 23, 2019
Small luxury car, big space.
I've had a couple problems with my mini since I've had it. Its things that would've been covered under warranty if I would've looked a couple months sooner but I put it off. Besides that it's my favorite vehicle I've ever had. Its built really solid and it has enough space for my needs. I can fit an entire drum set in the back. The car is comfortable enough for long travel. The big display screen is a really nice feature.
Marine S
on December 2, 2018
An interesting detail about the mini is that it has amazing gas mileage.
I drive a mini clubman. It is a sport and a stick shift. I absolutely love this car, it is my first car and I do not think I will want to drive any other car brand. It is a really fun car to drive around especially if it is a stick shift. It is super cute and although it looks small you can fit a lot in it. For example, I am able to fit two blow up paddle boards in the trunk without having to put the back seats down. Also, you may think that it is too small and you are too tall or big for it but my brother and dad are well over six feet and can fit into the mini easily without any problems. This car also has amazing mileage. Sometimes I can drive around for 2 weeks without having to refill the tank. However, you have to fill the mini with premium gas and it can be pretty costly, sometimes over $50. But it is well worth it to pay that because it will allow you go on perfect trips and unlike most cars, almost all the time, you will never have to stop to get more gas. Furthermore it is a really safe car. A while back I was driving and got hit by another car and I did not get hurt whatsoever. I would really recommend this car to anyone since it is the perfect car, not only is it a safe vehicle but it has great gas mileage and it has plenty of room.
Nathan W
on October 25, 2018
The utility of a small SUV with better style fuel efficiency.
I really enjoy the clubman over the standard cooper because of the third door and added length. I am able to fit my mountain bike and surfboard on the roof racks at the same time and the split rear doors do not raise up and hit my board. It is still small enough for city living, yet still comfortable enough for cross-country trips. Maintenance costs have been low, but my car just hit 77,000 which is low for a 2010.