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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
39,250
Updated: 
02 Apr 2020
$
Updated: 
29 May 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Manual
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
2
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
11.60gals

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

No small city car has as much charm or is as much fun to drive as the 2021 Mini Cooper.

Pros
Adorbs
Quirky fun interior
Fun to drive
Customization comes easy
Manual is back

Cons
Cramped cargo area
Cramped rear seats
Dwarfed by other cars
Can be kitschy
Can be expensive

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2021 MINI Cooper's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Subcompact Cars category. Currently the MINI Cooper has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Nimble handling
Energetic engines
Stylish cabin
Good predicted reliability rating

Cons
Significantly more expensive than its classmates
Below-average cargo capacity
Worse fuel economy than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

Manual-transmission Minis took a hiatus recently, but the six-speed stick is once again available for 2021 Cooper and Cooper S models, including the three- and five-door Hardtop models in addition to the convertible.

Pros
Fun handling,
distinctive design,
lots of customization possibilities.

Cons
Cramped interior,
costly options,
uncomfortable ride.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
207ft-lbs
at 1 350rpm
Horsepower: 
189hp
at 5 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
35.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
no
Door Pockets: 
yes
no
Cupholders: 
yes
no
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
no
Power Steering: 
yes
no
Parking sensors: 
no
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
no
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
no
Rear View Camera: 
yes
no
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
151.90in
Width: 
68.00in
Height: 
55.70in
Ground Clearance: 
5.60in
Wheel Base: 
98.20in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
34.00cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
8.70cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
2824.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
no
Trip computer: 
yes
no
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
no
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Sport Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Folding center armrest

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
no
no
More Comfort Features: 
Single Zone Front Air Conditioning
Cooled Storage Compartment

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
no
Satellite radio: 
yes
no
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
USB Connection
6 Total Speakers
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
no
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
no
Wheel size: 
17"
Wheels more: 
Run Flat Tires
Alloy Wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
205.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
no
Front head airbags: 
yes
no
Rear head airbags: 
yes
no
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
no
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
no
Traction control: 
yes
no
Child seat anchors: 
yes
no
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
no
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
no
Daytime running lights: 
yes
no
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
no
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
no
Rear headrests: 
yes
no
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
no
More Safety Features: 
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Post-Collision Safety System