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NHTSA has 0 owner complaints on file for the 2015 MINI Cooper[1]. EPA combined mpg depends on the version[2][3].

0owner complaints[1]
27–32MPG combined (EPA)[3]

Reported problems

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints on file for the 2015 MINI Cooper[1]. None mention a crash, a fire, an injury or a death[1].

Read this with care. These are owner reports that NHTSA collects, and they are unverified. An empty record does not prove a car has no problems. It means no complaints were filed under this model year in NHTSA's data. A pre-purchase inspection and the car's service history still matter.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 0 recalls for the 2015 MINI Cooper[4].

Fuel economy

EPA rates every version of the 2015 Cooper as front-wheel drive and premium fuel [F2 to F17]. Combined mpg runs from 27 to 32 depending on engine, body style and transmission[3][2].

Version City / Hwy / Combined Annual fuel cost
Cooper 3-door, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, manual[5] 29 / 38 / 32 $2,550
Cooper 5-door, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, manual[6] 28 / 38 / 32 $2,550
Cooper 3-door, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, automatic[7] 27 / 36 / 31 $2,650
Cooper 5-door, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, automatic[8] 27 / 36 / 31 $2,650
Cooper Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl, manual[3] 29 / 36 / 32 $2,550
Cooper Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl, automatic[9] 27 / 35 / 30 $2,750
Cooper Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl, manual[10] 27 / 33 / 29 $2,850
Cooper Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl, automatic[11] 26 / 33 / 29 $2,850
Cooper S Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, manual[12] 26 / 34 / 29 $2,850
Cooper S Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, automatic[13] 25 / 33 / 28 $2,950
Cooper S Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, manual[14] 26 / 34 / 29 $2,850
Cooper S Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, automatic[15] 25 / 33 / 28 $2,950
Cooper S 3-door, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, automatic[16] 25 / 33 / 28 $2,950
Cooper S 5-door, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, automatic[17] 25 / 33 / 28 $2,950
Cooper S 3-door, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, manual[2] 24 / 33 / 27 $3,050
Cooper S 5-door, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, manual[18] 24 / 33 / 27 $3,050

The annual cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new.

Engine and size

EPA lists three engines for the 2015 Cooper. The 1.5L 3-cylinder is rated at 134 hp[19]. The 1.6L 4-cylinder is rated at 122 to 180 hp depending on version[20]. The 2.0L 4-cylinder is rated at 189 hp[21].

The sizes below are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
3-door Cooper[22] 151 in 68 in 56 in 98 in 2,606 lb
3-door Cooper S[23] 152 in 68 in 56 in 98 in 2,760 lb
3-door John Cooper Works[24] 152 in 68 in 56 in 98 in 2,844 lb
5-door Cooper[25] 157 in 68 in 56 in 101 in 2,749 lb
5-door Cooper S[26] 158 in 68 in 56 in 101 in 2,895 lb
Countryman Cooper S ALL4[27] 162 in 70 in 61 in 102 in 3,252 lb

How 2015 compares with other years

2002: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20022003: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20032004: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20042005: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20052006: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20062007: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20072008: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20082009: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20092010: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20102011: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20112012: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20122013: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20132014: 0 complaints, 0 recalls20142015: 0 complaints, 0 recalls020152026: 3 complaints, 1 recalls2026
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Cooper model year. The 2015 is highlighted[4].
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NHTSA shows 0 complaints and 0 recalls for every MINI Cooper model year from 2002 to 2025, and for 2027[4]. Only 2026 differs, with 3 complaints and 1 recall[4]. So 2015 looks the same as nearly every other year on this measure, and the data does not point to a best or worst year.

Should you buy a used 2015 MINI Cooper?

NHTSA has no complaints and no recalls on file for this model year[1][4]. That is encouraging, but it is a thin basis for a decision because complaints are unverified and an empty record is not a guarantee. Our data has no safety ratings or reliability details. Fuel economy differs between versions, from 27 to 32 mpg combined[2][3]. Get an inspection and ask for service records.

Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2015 MINI Cooper?
NHTSA has 0 owner complaints on file for this model year[1].
Are there any recalls on the 2015 MINI Cooper?
NHTSA lists 0 recalls for model year 2015[4].
What is the gas mileage of the 2015 MINI Cooper?
EPA combined ratings run from 27 to 32 mpg depending on version[2][3]. The 1.5L 3-cylinder manual is rated 29 city and 38 highway[5].
How much horsepower does the 2015 MINI Cooper have?
134 hp for the 1.5L 3-cylinder[19], 122 to 180 hp for the 1.6L 4-cylinder[20] and 189 hp for the 2.0L 4-cylinder[21].
Does the 2015 MINI Cooper need premium gas?
EPA rates every version on premium fuel [F2 to F17].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 0 owner complaints on file for the 2015 MINI Cooper (0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. EPA rating for Cooper S (3-doors), 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 24 city / 33 highway / 27 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  3. EPA rating for Cooper Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 36 highway / 32 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  4. Owner complaints and recalls for every MINI Cooper model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  5. EPA rating for Cooper (3-doors), 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 38 highway / 32 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  6. EPA rating for Cooper (5-doors), 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 28 city / 38 highway / 32 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  7. EPA rating for Cooper (3-doors), 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 36 highway / 31 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,650. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  8. EPA rating for Cooper (5-doors), 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 36 highway / 31 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,650. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  9. EPA rating for Cooper Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 35 highway / 30 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,750. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  10. EPA rating for Cooper Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 33 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  11. EPA rating for Cooper Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 26 city / 33 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  12. EPA rating for Cooper S Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 26 city / 34 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  13. EPA rating for Cooper S Coupe, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  14. EPA rating for Cooper S Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 26 city / 34 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  15. EPA rating for Cooper S Convertible, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  16. EPA rating for Cooper S (3-doors), 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  17. EPA rating for Cooper S (5-doors), 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic (S6), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  18. EPA rating for Cooper S (5-doors), 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Manual 6-spd, Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 24 city / 33 highway / 27 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  19. EPA Test Car List, 2015 MINI Cooper with 1.5L 3-cylinder: rated 134 hp. www.epa.gov
  20. EPA Test Car List, 2015 MINI Cooper with 1.6L 4-cylinder: rated 122 to 180 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
  21. EPA Test Car List, 2015 MINI Cooper with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 189 hp. www.epa.gov
  22. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, 3 DOOR COOPER HATCH FWD: length 151 in, width 68 in, height 56 in, wheelbase 98 in, curb weight 2,606 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  23. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, 3 DOOR COOPER S HATCH FWD: length 152 in, width 68 in, height 56 in, wheelbase 98 in, curb weight 2,760 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  24. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, 3 DOOR JOHN COOPER WORKS HATCH FWD: length 152 in, width 68 in, height 56 in, wheelbase 98 in, curb weight 2,844 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  25. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, 5 DOOR COOPER HATCH FWD: length 157 in, width 68 in, height 56 in, wheelbase 101 in, curb weight 2,749 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  26. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, 5 DOOR COOPER S HATCH FWD: length 158 in, width 68 in, height 56 in, wheelbase 101 in, curb weight 2,895 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  27. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, COUNTRYMAN COOPER S ALL4 4DR SUV AWD: length 162 in, width 70 in, height 61 in, wheelbase 102 in, curb weight 3,252 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.