Car dealership: 2017 MINI Cooper
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 7.5 to 8.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 7.5 to 8.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
Rent a 2017 MINI Cooper for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
2017 MINI Cooper specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo | 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.8 L/100 km | 9.3 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.3 L/100 km | 6.6 L/100 km | 7.2 L/100 km | 7.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 7.5 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 175 g/km | 183 g/km | 196 g/km | 209 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.13 | $13.65 | $14.70 | $15.58 |
2017 MINI Cooper: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 28 | 27 | 25 | 23 |
| MPG highway (US) | 37 | 36 | 32 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 32 | 30 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 38 | 36 | 34 | 31 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,550 | US$2,750 | US$2,950 | US$3,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $2,626 | $2,730 | $2,940 | $3,116 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2017 MINI Cooper
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (8), electrical system (6) and exterior lighting (6). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17V222000 | 2017-03-31 | exterior lighting:brake lights | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of... |
| 16V914000 | 2016-12-20 | air bags | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper,... |
| 16V747000 | 2016-10-17 | seat belts:front:retractor | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2017 MINI Cooper
CarmaCars rents cars; this page helps you judge the 2017 MINI Cooper before you buy one elsewhere. Before buying the 2017 MINI Cooper, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the Cooper
Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 34 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine, electrical system and exterior lighting. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
The numbers in plain words
Its powertrain is the 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo with front-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
The EPA rates it at 7.5 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 23 litres. That works out to about $13.13 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Size and space
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is 255 litres, enough for about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
A good match for
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Try before you buy
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Drive the Cooper on your commute before you commit to it. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
What it costs to run
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $13.13 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Choosing the right one
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Your move
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2017 MINI Cooper from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2017 MINI Cooper for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2017 MINI Cooper
Does CarmaCars sell the 2017 MINI Cooper?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2017 MINI Cooper before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2017 MINI Cooper have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2017 MINI Cooper cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2626.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.