2023 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4
Price Range: $42,900 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
2023 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4
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The Cooper 2023 Clubman John Cooper Works (JCW), which is what we tested, is the quickest and most powerful model in the Clubman lineup. It's all about performance and entertainment. But that comes at the expense of other things, including your wallet. And while it has tons of personality and respectable performance, the Clubman JCW isn't any more entertaining than the significantly less expensive Clubman S.Read full review
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$37,9122023 MINI Clubman Review
byJosh Jacquot
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Josh Jacquot is an automotive journalist at Edmunds.rating written byReese Counts
Vehicle Test Editor
Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.
Pros
- Excellent handling even in the base model
- High-quality cabin materials
- Wide range of personalization options
- Quick acceleration from John Cooper Works version
Cons
- More expensive than similarly equipped compact hatchbacks
- John Cooper Works' exceedingly harsh ride
What's new
- Midyear update with revised standard and optional feature availability
- New Untold Edition package
- Part of the second Clubman generation introduced for 2015
Overview
The 2023 Mini Clubman offers much of the thrill of Mini's classic hardtop models in a small wagon body. The Clubman has distinctive side-hinged, barn-style doors instead of a top-hinged hatch out back, which give it both a standout look and different functionality from most of its competitors. It's available in two outputs (189 horsepower and 301 hp) from a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. All-wheel drive comes standard on the top John Cooper Works trim and is available on the base Cooper S trim.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.86 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$181/mo for Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4
Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4
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$156/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Do some research and you'll find that Clubman is more expensive than the typical small hatchback, such as a Mazda 3. But in return it provides more energizing performance and a classier interior. It's also a worthy alternative to Mini's Hardtop 2 Door if you need more practicality but want to stay with the Mini brand. The bottom line is that the Clubman is pretty distinctive in its size, packaging and performance. Read all the details in our Expert Rating below.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Good
7.7
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
Our rating for the MINI Clubman is based on our experience driving the car at our test track and under real world conditions.
See How We TestPerformance
8/10
How does the Clubman drive? The Clubman JCW uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes an impressive 301 hp. At our test track, it propelled our test car from 0 to 60 mph in a rather outrageous 4.7 seconds. Using launch control, the Clubman JCW blasts off the line, cracking off shifts and even getting some tire chirp on the 1-2 upshift. It feels quick in routine driving too, with plenty of low-end torque and a responsive gas pedal.
The Clubman JCW is relatively composed around turns, and it doesn't have the go-cart feel of older Minis. The steering is heavier than you might expect, but it feels good and responsive. Even with all-wheel drive, there is a mild amount of torque steer. In general, the handling isn't markedly different or more enjoyable than that of a Cooper Clubman S.
The Clubman JCW is relatively composed around turns, and it doesn't have the go-cart feel of older Minis. The steering is heavier than you might expect, but it feels good and responsive. Even with all-wheel drive, there is a mild amount of torque steer. In general, the handling isn't markedly different or more enjoyable than that of a Cooper Clubman S.
Comfort
7/10
How comfortable is the Clubman? Mini spent a lot of time tuning the suspension and handling. Unfortunately, the engineers have tuned it for performance, with no regard for comfort and refinement. The Clubman JCW is stiff. Uncomfortably so. It crashes over bumps, and potholes will rattle your teeth. The firm and oddly padded seat doesn't help much either. Yes, the bolsters do a great job of keeping you planted on winding roads, but it only compounds the ride-quality issue.
It's not all bad inside. When it's not sending shockwaves through your spine, the Clubman JCW is actually fairly quiet and refined. The turbocharged engine makes a nice-sounding growl even if much of it is prerecorded and piped in through the speakers. The climate control works well and has air vents for the rear passengers.
It's not all bad inside. When it's not sending shockwaves through your spine, the Clubman JCW is actually fairly quiet and refined. The turbocharged engine makes a nice-sounding growl even if much of it is prerecorded and piped in through the speakers. The climate control works well and has air vents for the rear passengers.
Interior
8/10
How’s the interior? Despite its minuscule proportions (pun intended), the Mini Clubman JCW is relatively spacious inside. The upright, semi-boxy design means there's plenty of headroom and shoulder room. It has a bit less legroom than some rivals, but it's still relatively good, especially compared to the standard Hardtop. Those upright windows help with visibility too. It's easy to see out in every direction.
The driving position is pretty good. The compact size means the controls are well placed, and it's not difficult to settle into a comfortable driving position. The square doors make in-and-out pretty easy. It's not quite as spacious as a Honda Civic or a VW Golf, but we're impressed given just how small the Clubman JCW is on the outside.
The driving position is pretty good. The compact size means the controls are well placed, and it's not difficult to settle into a comfortable driving position. The square doors make in-and-out pretty easy. It's not quite as spacious as a Honda Civic or a VW Golf, but we're impressed given just how small the Clubman JCW is on the outside.
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Technology
7.5/10
How’s the tech? This is where you really notice parent company BMW's influence. A lot of the Clubman JCW's tech is ripped straight from the BMW parts bin. The infotainment system is basically BMW's with a colorful Mini-themed interface. It's easy to navigate and looks a bit more premium than some rival systems. Navigation and voice controls work well, and having turn-by-turn direction in our test car's optional head-up display was great. Our tester's Iconic trim came with Apple CarPlay, but the lack of Android Auto was disappointing.
The driver aids have been influenced by BMW too. The adaptive cruise control works well, maintaining tight gaps and holding speed up- or downhill. The lane keeping system will bounce the car between the lane markers somewhat, but overall the Clubman's driver aids are pretty refined.
The driver aids have been influenced by BMW too. The adaptive cruise control works well, maintaining tight gaps and holding speed up- or downhill. The lane keeping system will bounce the car between the lane markers somewhat, but overall the Clubman's driver aids are pretty refined.
Storage
7/10
How’s the storage? The Clubman JCW's 17.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats is less than what you get from a Hyundai Veloster N, Honda Civic Type R or VW Golf R. That said, the area is low and boxy, so it's more usable than it seems. There's also a good bit of underfloor storage. The split barn-style rear doors make getting things in and out easy too. And the cargo area expands to a much more competitive 47.9 cubic feet if you fold down the seats.
Up front, there are decently sized door pockets and some small bins for your personal items. Got small kids to take along? The rear seat is tight for installing a child safety seat, but it's no smaller than anything else in the class.
Up front, there are decently sized door pockets and some small bins for your personal items. Got small kids to take along? The rear seat is tight for installing a child safety seat, but it's no smaller than anything else in the class.
Fuel Economy
9/10
How’s the fuel economy? The Clubman JCW is one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its class. The EPA estimates it'll get 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving. That bests the Civic Type R and Veloster N, both of which get 25 mpg combined. We observed 28.5 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation route, so the EPA's estimates seem realistic.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Clubman a good value? Whether the Clubman JCW is a good value or not depends on just how big of a Mini fan you are. A base Clubman JCW starts above $40,000, but it lacks features such as adaptive cruise control, leather upholstery and even Apple CarPlay, though those can all be added on if you select one of the higher trims. Our loaded test vehicle was $48,100, significantly more than any other hot hatch around. That said, it does feel more premium than most rivals, and a lot of the cost goes toward the JCW's sporty tuning. Mini also includes three years of scheduled service and four years of roadside assistance, both better than most.
Wildcard
9/10
Despite the torquey turbocharged engine, all-wheel-drive traction and nimble handling, the Clubman JCW doesn't have that constant sense of fun you'll find in other hot hatches. The ride is so stiff on most roads that you spend more time avoiding potholes than you do dipping into the engine's copious torque curve.
On the upside, it oozes as much personality as its Mini brethren. It looks distinct both inside and out, and it seems to revel in all the little touches including the two-tone paint, color-changing ambient lighting and Union Jack outlines in the taillights.
On the upside, it oozes as much personality as its Mini brethren. It looks distinct both inside and out, and it seems to revel in all the little touches including the two-tone paint, color-changing ambient lighting and Union Jack outlines in the taillights.
Which Clubman does Edmunds recommend?
Though we love its right-now responses and snappy acceleration, the John Cooper Works Clubman is fatiguing on any trip that isn't based purely in enthusiasm. For that reason we think most buyers will prefer the Cooper S trim of the Clubman.
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MINI Clubman models
The 2023 Mini Clubman is a small hatchback/wagon available in three main trim levels, broken down by powertrain: Cooper S Clubman, the all-wheel-drive Cooper S Clubman All4 and the performance-focused John Cooper Works All4. Each of those is broken into three subtrims that determine which features you get: Classic, Signature and Iconic. Keep reading for our editor's breakdown of the Clubman's engines and standard and optional features.
Cooper S Clubman
The front-wheel-drive Cooper S Clubman is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (189 horsepower, 206 lb-ft). Order information suggests that Mini offered the Cooper S with a six-speed manual transmission early in the model year but later made the seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission standard equipment, along with additional features. This later configuration, starting with the Classic, includes:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Automatic wipers
- Heated mirrors
- Panoramic sunroof
- Keyless entry and ignition
- Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 8.8-inch infotainment display
- Apple CarPlay
- Navigation system
- Power-adjustable, heated front seats
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Six-speaker audio system
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in behind the vehicle when parking)
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
The Signature model includes those features, plus:
- Synthetic leather-and-cloth combination upholstery
- Premium interior illumination
- Enhanced connected services, real-time traffic information
The top-of-the-line Iconic trim consists of:
- Signature trim's features
- 18-inch wheels
- 40/20/40-split rear seat
- Universal garage door opener
- Leather upholstery
- Touchscreen Navigation Plus and Driver Assistance packages (see below)
Cooper S Clubman All4
The Clubman All4 generally mirrors the equipment and features of the standard Clubman. It comes with all-wheel drive and is only available with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
John Cooper Works Clubman All4
The John Cooper Works Clubman All4 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (301 hp, 331 lb-ft). It comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Features on the Classic, Signature and Iconic trims generally mirror those on the Cooper S Clubman All4. Other features include:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- JCW sport seats with synthetic suede-and-cloth combination upholstery
- Sport suspension
- Larger brakes
- Additional chassis bracing for improved stiffness
- JCW-specific styling, including front and rear bumpers and a roof-mounted spoiler
All Clubman models offer several packages and stand-alone options, though some of what's below may be included in certain trims. Highlights include:
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Clubman and the car in front)
- Touchscreen Navigation Plus package
- Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Navigation system
- Wireless device charging pad
- Head-up display
- Driver Assistance package
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Head-up display
- Automated parking system known as Parking Assistant (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
- Premium package (Signature trim required)
- Power-folding mirrors
- Auto-dimming exterior and interior mirrors
- Power-adjustable front seats
- 40/20/40-split rear seat
- Leather upholstery
- Mini Untold Edition
- 18-inch brass-colored wheels
- Special Sage Green exterior paint
- Brass-colored grille
- Additional interior and exterior styling alterations
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2023 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
A lot of research went into buying the clubman. I have enjoyed my Mini for 2 weeks and 900 miles. No regrets! And now that MINI is retiring them after 2024, this is a car I won't let go. The finishing and materials are outstanding. The handling is awesome. And her quirky look has no imitators.
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2023 MINI Clubman Features & Specs
John Cooper Works ALL4
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $42,900 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 26 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $181/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.5 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
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MINI Clubman vs. Mazda 3
It's surprising, but both the Mini Clubman and the Mazda 3 hatchback have a lot in common. They both offer strong turbocharged power, and they both can be had with all-wheel drive. The Mazda is the longer of the two, but their width and height are virtually identical. Both use materials of near-luxury quality and both aspire to be driver's cars. If you're thinking about the Clubman, the 3 should also be on your short list.
MINI Clubman vs. MINI Countryman
If what you're really after is just a fun-to-drive hatchback, you shouldn't overlook VW's Golf GTI. The GTI is big enough to haul around four people in reasonable comfort. It also brings 241 horsepower to the table, significantly more than the Cooper S trims of the Clubman. But the Clubman is more stylish and offers more ways to customize it the way you want.
MINI Clubman vs. Volkswagen Golf GTI
If what you're really after is just a fun-to-drive hatchback, you shouldn't overlook VW's Golf GTI. The GTI is big enough to haul around four people in reasonable comfort. It also brings 241 horsepower to the table, significantly more than the Cooper S trims of the Clubman. But the Clubman is more stylish and offers more ways to customize it the way you want.
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Safety
Our experts’ favorite Clubman safety features:
- Parking Assistant
- Guides the Clubman into a parallel parking spot with minimal driver involvement.
- Park Distance Control
- Alerts you if the Clubman approaches an object while you're backing up.
- Active Driving Assistant
- Keeps a set distance between the Clubman and the vehicle in front when cruise control is active.
FAQ
Is the MINI Clubman a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Clubman both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Clubman has 17.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a MINI Clubman. Learn more
What's new in the 2023 MINI Clubman?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 MINI Clubman:
- Midyear update with revised standard and optional feature availability
- New Untold Edition package
- Part of the second Clubman generation introduced for 2015
Is the MINI Clubman reliable?
To determine whether the MINI Clubman is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Clubman. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Clubman's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2023 MINI Clubman a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 MINI Clubman is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 Clubman and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Clubman is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2023 MINI Clubman?
The least-expensive 2023 MINI Clubman is the 2023 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $42,900.
Other versions include:
- John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $42,900
What are the different models of MINI Clubman?
If you're interested in the MINI Clubman, the next question is, which Clubman model is right for you? Clubman variants include John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Clubman models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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