MINI Coupe first generation
The MINI Coupe first generation (2011–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 41 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: R58
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 3,730–3,760 mm RDW | 3,730 mm TC | 3,729–3,759 mm |
| Width | 1,680 mm RDW | 1,680 mm TC | 1,684 mm |
| Height | 1,380–1,390 mm RDW | 1,380 mm TC | 1,384–1,392 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm RDW | 2,470 mm TC | 2,466 mm |
| Front track | 1,445–1,483 mm ASTRA | 1,450–1,460 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,452–1,490 mm ASTRA | 1,460–1,470 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,065–1,165 kg RDW | 1,160–1,255 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,165–1,265 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,380–1,480 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 198–240 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 160–305 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/45R17, 175/60R16, 195/55R16, 185/50R17, 175/65R15, 205/40R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
8 complaints for model years 2012–2013. 1 fire
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 41 versions of the MINI Coupe first generation
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European Union 7 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2016 | 1.6 L | 135 kW (184 PS) | Petrol | 139–143 g/km | 2,728 |
| 2011–2016 | 1.6 L | 155 kW (211 PS) | Petrol | 153–165 g/km | 1,051 |
| 2011–2016 | 2.0 L | 105 kW (143 PS) | Diesel | 120–128 g/km | 1,753 |
| 2011–2015 | 1.6 L | 90 kW (122 PS) | Petrol | 136–139 g/km | 3,505 |
| 2012–2015 | 1.6 L | 85 kW (116 PS) | Petrol | 133–139 g/km | 90 |
| 2011–2014 | 2.0 L | 100 kW (136 PS) | Diesel | 114–120 g/km | 159 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.6 L | 120 kW (163 PS) | Petrol | 136–140 g/km | 66 |
United Kingdom 16 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2016MINI Cooper Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2012–2016MINI Cooper Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 2012–2015MINI Cooper S Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 2012–2015MINI Cooper S Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2012–2015MINI John Cooper Works Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.6–7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 153–165 g/km |
| 2015MINI John Cooper Works Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2012–2015MINI Cooper SD Coupé | 2.0 L | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 114 g/km |
| 2012–2015MINI Cooper SD Coupé | 2.0 L | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI Cooper S Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI Cooper S Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | Automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI John Cooper Works Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI John Cooper Works Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | Automatic | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI Cooper SD Coupé | 2.0 L | Diesel | Manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 114 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI Cooper SD Coupé | 2.0 L | Diesel | Automatic | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2013MINI Cooper Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | Manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2013MINI Cooper Coupé | 1.6 L | Petrol | Automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
France 12 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014MINI COOPER COUPE | – | 90 kW (122 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2012–2014MINI COOPER COUPE | – | 90 kW (122 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 150 g/km |
| 2014MINI COOPER SD COUP? | – | 105 kW (143 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 114 g/km |
| 2012–2014MINI COOPER SD COUPE | – | 105 kW (143 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 5.3 L/100 km NEDC | 139 g/km |
| 2014MINI COOPER S COUP? | – | 135 kW (184 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 2014MINI COOPER S COUP? | – | 135 kW (184 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
| 2014MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS COUP? | – | 155 kW (211 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2013–2014MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS COUPE | – | 155 kW (211 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 165 g/km |
| 2012–2014MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS COUPE | – | 155 kW (211 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 6.6–7.1 L/100 km NEDC | 153–165 g/km |
| 2012–2013MINI COOPER SD COUPE | – | 105 kW (143 PS) | Diesel | 6-speed manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 114 g/km |
| 2012–2013MINI COOPER S COUPE | – | 135 kW (184 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 136 g/km |
| 2012–2013MINI COOPER S COUPE | – | 135 kW (184 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.4 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA | 181–184 g/km |
| 2012–2015SIDI | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28–30 MPG (7.8–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 184–197 g/km |
| 2012–2015SIDI | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 194–197 g/km |
| 2012–2015 | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100 km) EPA | 173–174 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015Two-seater | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed manual | 7.2–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 166–193 g/km |
| 2012–2015Two-seater | 1.6 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 7.6–8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 175–191 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.