2015 MINI
John Cooper Works Convertible
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
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Overview
- Body
- Minicompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Powertrain
- GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel
- PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Engine & performance
- HP
- 208
- Power to weight
- 0.073 hp/lb
- Axle ratio
- 3.71
- Cyl
- 4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Aspiration
- TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Start-stop system
- NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Efficiency
- MPG Hwy
- 34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG City
- 26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- MPG Comb
- 29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Fuel $/yr
- $2,650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- CO₂
- 306 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Eco Score
- 7/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- Smog score
- 5/10
- Elec. Range
- 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
- SmartWay certified
- Yes
Dimensions & capacity
- Length
- 152 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Width
- 66 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Height
- 56 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Wheelbase
- 98 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
- Curb Weight
- 2,844 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Safety NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 0
- Owner complaints
- 0
Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year
AQ15004opened Sep 24, 2015STRUCTURE
BMW Safety Act Violations
Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year
78 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year
Mar 1, 2019ELECTRICAL SYSTEMM840219
PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCHES FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone.
Mar 1, 2019ELECTRICAL SYSTEMM840119
SAMSUNG SMARTPHONE WITH ANDROID 8 NO USB AUDIO PLAYBACK OR CHARGING FUNCTION. The Samsung Smartphone running Android 8.x does not support USB audio playback and/or charging of the device via the USB port.
Mar 1, 2019AIR BAGSM650117
AIR BAG WARNING LAMP CC MESSAGE 'RESTRAINT SYSTEM' This Service Information bulletin replaces SI M65 01 17 dated February 2017.
Mar 1, 2019SUSPENSIONM310115
GROANING/SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. A groaning and/or squeaking noise from the front axle occurs when turning at low speeds or idle. Plastic and elastic deformation of lower ball bearing shell in spring strut support bearing.
Nov 1, 2018POWER TRAINM230108
"MANUAL TRANSMISSION - STIFF DIAGONAL GEARSHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT. The customer may complain of a ""stiff diagonal shift"" (e.g., N-R, R-N, 2-3/3-2 or 4-5/5-4). Also, in some cases, gears cannot be selected, or the selector gear does not go into the neutral position. CAUSE 1. The deflection lever circlip of the gearshift mechanism is damaged or missing. 2. Possible corrosion at the gearshift mechanism (shift cables or transmission gearshift unit)"
Oct 1, 2018EQUIPMENTM540318
RATTLE NOISE FROM SUNSHADE WHILE DRIVING. With either of the sunshades fully opened, there is a rattle noise present when driving over rough road surfaces The sunshade is contacting the roof liner trim.
Oct 1, 2018STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LIDM510817
TRUNK OPEN MESSAGE ON CLUSTER. Check Control Message (CCM) "Trunk Open" message is displayed. Trunk is closed and latched. Improper attachment of trunk lock connector.
Sep 1, 2018EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALM840818
?CONNECTEDDRIVE/MINI ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/MINI Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or MINI Assist. This Service Information bulletin will assist you both in identifying the issue and providing technical support. CAUSE In order to assist with your ConnectedDrive issue as quickly as pos
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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
Warranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Powertrain
- 4 yr / 50k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 4 yr
- Maintenance
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- EV battery
- 8 yr / 100k mi
Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.