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2016 MINI

Cooper S Convertible

Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

MINI Cooper S: best and worst years

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

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
32 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,950EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
336 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
8/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
152 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
68 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
2,895 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

240 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Oct 25, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEMM610607

    MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, most of which are not due to the battery itself. For this reason, a battery replacement will permanently eliminate the problem only in the rarest of cases. The energy diagnosis test module helps to localize these causes. This document covers important inform

  • Aug 1, 2023STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSM540123

    ?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.

  • Aug 1, 2023COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICSM110323

    ?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.

  • Mar 1, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEMM840322

    The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose, the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in the mobile communication network. Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration. The Connected Drive voice services (Concierge Call, MINI Assistance and emergency call voice) can no longer

  • Mar 1, 2023EXTERIOR LIGHTINGM610223

    The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.

  • Mar 1, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYM610123

    Oscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery cable may rub against the battery box cover.

  • Feb 1, 2023EXTERIOR LIGHTINGM630122

    Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.

  • Nov 1, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYM610820

    During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.

  • and 232 more

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.