MINI Roadster first generation

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The MINI Roadster first generation (2012–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 39 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: R59

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	1,390 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	1,095–1,180 kg RDW	1,195–1,285 kg TC	–
Mass in running order	1,195–1,280 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,410–1,495 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	2 RDW	–	–
Doors	2 RDW	–	–
Performance
Top speed	192–237 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	160–250 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/45R17, 175/60R16, 195/55R16, 205/40R18, 175/65R15

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

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
6–8 years	89.7% (88.5–90.7)	86.4%	3,104
9–12 years	87.3% (86.4–88.3)	77.9%	4,637

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	26.3%	30.0%
Brakes	19.6%	24.8%
Lights and electrics	12.8%	13.9%
Suspension	9.8%	21.5%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	7.4%	7.7%
Wheels	4.5%	0.7%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

5 complaints for model years 2012–2013.

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 39 versions of the MINI Roadster first generation

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European Union 9 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
2012–2016	1.6 L	155 kW (211 PS)	Petrol	157–166 g/km	1,557
2012–2015	1.6 L	90 kW (122 PS)	Petrol	140–143 g/km	9,801
2012–2015	2.0 L	105 kW (143 PS)	Diesel	127–129 g/km	2,859
2012–2015	1.6 L	135 kW (184 PS)	Petrol	144–146 g/km	6,903
2012–2015	1.6 L	85 kW (116 PS)	Petrol	138–144 g/km	197
2012–2015	2.0 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	123–131 g/km	187
2012–2015	1.6 L	120 kW (163 PS)	Petrol	139–145 g/km	109
2012–2013	1.6 L	–	Petrol	142–144 g/km	148
2012	2.0 L	–	Diesel	118 g/km	12

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 Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	5.7 L/100 km NEDC	133 g/km
2012–2016MINI Cooper Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	6.6 L/100 km NEDC	154 g/km
2012–2015MINI Cooper S Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	139 g/km
2012–2015MINI Cooper S Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	6.6 L/100 km NEDC	153 g/km
2012–2015MINI John Cooper Works Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	6.8–7.3 L/100 km NEDC	157–169 g/km
2015MINI John Cooper Works Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	7.3 L/100 km NEDC	169 g/km
2012–2015MINI Cooper SD Roadster	2.0 L	Diesel	6-speed manual	4.5 L/100 km NEDC	118 g/km
2012–2015MINI Cooper SD Roadster	2.0 L	Diesel	6-speed automatic	5.4 L/100 km NEDC	143 g/km
2013–2014MINI Cooper S Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	Manual	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	139 g/km
2013–2014MINI Cooper S Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	Automatic	6.6 L/100 km NEDC	153 g/km
2013–2014MINI John Cooper Works Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	Manual	6.8 L/100 km NEDC	157 g/km
2013–2014MINI John Cooper Works Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	Automatic	7.3 L/100 km NEDC	169 g/km
2013–2014MINI Cooper SD Roadster	2.0 L	Diesel	Manual	4.5 L/100 km NEDC	118 g/km
2013–2014MINI Cooper SD Roadster	2.0 L	Diesel	Automatic	5.4 L/100 km NEDC	143 g/km
2013MINI Cooper Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	Manual	5.7 L/100 km NEDC	133 g/km
2013MINI Cooper Roadster	1.6 L	Petrol	Automatic	6.6 L/100 km NEDC	154 g/km

France 8 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 ROADSTER	–	90 kW (122 PS)	Petrol	6-speed automatic	6.6 L/100 km NEDC	154 g/km
2012–2014MINI COOPER ROADSTER	–	90 kW (122 PS)	Petrol	6-speed manual	5.7 L/100 km NEDC	133 g/km
2012–2014MINI COOPER SD ROADSTER	–	105 kW (143 PS)	Diesel	6-speed automatic	5.4 L/100 km NEDC	143 g/km
2012–2014MINI COOPER SD ROADSTER	–	105 kW (143 PS)	Diesel	6-speed manual	4.5 L/100 km NEDC	118 g/km
2012–2014MINI COOPER S ROADSTER	–	135 kW (184 PS)	Petrol	6-speed automatic	6.6 L/100 km NEDC	153 g/km
2012–2014MINI COOPER S ROADSTER	–	135 kW (184 PS)	Petrol	6-speed manual	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	139 g/km
2012–2014MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS ROADSTER	–	155 kW (211 PS)	Petrol	6-speed manual	6.8–7.3 L/100 km NEDC	157–169 g/km
2013–2014MINI JOHN COOPER WORKS ROADSTER	–	155 kW (211 PS)	Petrol	6-speed automatic	7.3 L/100 km NEDC	169 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
2012–2015SIDI	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
2012–2015	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	29–30 MPG (7.8–8.1 L/100 km) EPA	184–189 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	195–197 g/km
2012–2015	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	29–30 MPG (7.8–8.1 L/100 km) EPA	183–188 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 automatic	7.7–8.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	177–191 g/km
2012–2015Two-seater	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	7.5–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	172–193 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.