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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2014 Cooper, so we've included reviews for other years of the Cooper since its last redesign.
25,000 mile engine
Jon, 08/28/2015
2014 MINI Cooper 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 6M)
51 of 53 people found this review helpful
First of all, I bought the car brand new, knowing that I would put a lot of miles on it. The warranty seemed perfectly acceptable and we were very happy with the purchase. We put about 25,000 miles on this car in one year and we only brought it in for oil changes and recall repairs. So far, so good. The car handles well, gets good MPG, and does what we expect it to do. Then, the car broke down while my wife was driving through town, on her way home from work. The dealer took about one week to diagnose the problem, claiming the service department was short-handed. The following week, I was told that the turbo charger would need to be replaced, and when I checked in two days later, the engine also needed to be replaced. I have owned several new cars, and I have never had a problem with the engine in the first year of driving. In fact, I have never had engine problems within the first 100,000 miles of any engine. Naturally, I was concerned. I asked about replacement parts, and of course, the exact same OEM parts that had failed already were being installed. I tell them that's fine, but I would like to have an extended warranty so that these new parts, including the engine, would be covered for longer in case the same problem repeats. This was also denied. I have spoken to MINI USA several times, and there is nothing they will do that is not already covered. Please understand, the car is well within warranty and I have incurred no additional cost. Not yet, anyway. However, the car has been in the shop for three weeks now, and counting. Getting an extended warranty is pointless now, because I will be unloading this car at my earliest opportunity. I will replace my MINI with a reliable car, and never consider purchasing another in the future.
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Love my Mini Cooper S Convertible (Sport edition)
JACQUELINE SCHWAB, 04/25/2016
2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
This car is not a "luxury" car. If you are looking for the most luxurious car that has the easiest ride where you don't feel any bumps, this car is not for you. It it a sports car at its finest. The pickup is incredible. The road holding is second to none. You do feel every bump in the road, though, but those who love sports cars don't mind that at all. I love the look of the Mini, too and I always get compliments on my car. I'm so happy I bought it!
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Again?
Crickett Hoffman, 10/13/2015
updated 04/16/2018
2013 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
56 of 64 people found this review helpful
I'm the original owner. I have kept this car up and broke it in properly. Let's see: 3,000 miles new engine. Caught it before it blew and stranded me. Next was the wonky stereo that wouldn't play nice withe the iPod. Now, less than a week after its second service I am sitting on the side of the freeway, waiting the hour and a half for Mini Roadside Assistance to come get me. My clutch went out at a little over 18,000 miles. I know enough about cars to know that when you let the clutch out and give it some gas it should go forward. All I get is a revving engine. So much for BMW quality. Update: I finally threw in the towel. The month of January was spent in loaner cars. The car went through coils and spark plugs. BMW wouldn’t honor the court ordered warranty. While it was behaving itself I pawned it off on a Honda dealership for a 2018 Fit. I was able to get enough from the Mini to make three years worth of Honda payment. Never again a BMW product.
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Snappy Go Cart
STEVEN SOLOMON, 08/04/2016
updated 02/22/2021
2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr Convertible (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is a super fun vehicle to drive , responsive, fast off the mark and economical. 28K miles and no mechanical or electrical problems. Changing the oil & filter every 4 K as lot's of city driving & Florida heat. No mechanical problems in past 4 years. Added backup camera as difficult to see when convertible top is folded down.
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Not Good in the Rain
specialk8, 11/05/2013
2013 MINI Cooper S 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
73 of 87 people found this review helpful
Caution! Don't drive your MINI in the rain! I purchased a Mini Cooper S Countryman in July, 2013 from New Country MINI and have been very pleased until this past week. I was unable to open the door electronically and upon entering via the manual system found that a number of electronics were not working, no ww wipers, no power locks, no speedometer and every conceivable warning light flashing.. Upon bringing it to New Country they diagnosed the problem as "water inside an electronic module" and repairs will cost $900. No problem I thought MINI tells us what a great warranty and maintenance plan they have. But guess what it doesn't cover water!!! They say I opened up the passenger side
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