I have my 2015 cooper s just about to break 40k miles. It doesn’t get a lot of constant use, but I drive her hard and it’s a blast in the canyons. I still can’t imagine letting my mini go, will hold onto it for as long as the engine turns over. Also helps that cops never bother me while driving!
Neighbor has had one for over 5 years. I was suspicious about reliability when they first bought it, but it hasnt had any issues whatsoever. Ive considered one based on their experience.
i've completely fallen in love with my '15 F56 S, a car i thought i would own for 1 year before selling it and moving on. it's been solid, only thing it's needed is regular maintenance. it's a ton of fun to drive and agree that the interior is a nice step up from other small cars.
Have you had the blue smoke when cold start yet ? I did. BMW supplied one owner car, 66 plate, FSH. Only when cold, never does it when driving or when warmed up. Had to have the head off and parts replaced, under warranty thank goodness. Ive read of other owners with same problem.
I owned a 2016 MINI countryman It is very reliable only issue I had was the overpriced maintenance. For what BMW pitches as an economy brand luxury car, they shouldn’t charge 900$ for front brakes 😂
Just ordered mine a month ago , can’t wait to drive it.Different spec , moonwalk grey with black pack and tentacle spoke wheels.Super fun car to drive.
I have a 2019 Mini Convertible 'S' model. Reliability has been excellent and the fit & finish is top notch. My favorite part is that is does NOT have all the annoying driver's assistance technology.
Nice ! I ordered one as well 23 Cooper s iconic black on black. What city area are you in ? I’m in Tampa area, ordered mine 21st July and they told me 8-12 weeks but more 12 week bcs they get stuck at the port from England to us. Not sure how true it is lol. It’s going to be fun !
2014 mini was the first car to get bmw b48 engine best engine every produce even upgraded b58 used by Toyota in supra very underrated car and surprisingly reliable car
A friend of mine had an 11 or so clubman I think it was back in the day. I was impressed with the interior dimensions, I’m a v8 guy but have a soft spot for Minis. Tommy’s totally right, their fun cars to scoot around in.
I have a 2015 F56 S and It's a lot of fun to drive. I wouldn't say it's a realiable as the Japanese one that I had but it's not bad. I'm pretty much daily it and runs it pretty hard. Over 100000km, Replaced the lower arms. Some bushing. shocks. One thing that is unexpected is that the drive shalf was leaking oil. But it got really annoying now that each of the coolant hoses started to leak. Been replacing it one after another. There's another small leak now. Not expensive to replace but it's hard to find the leak. I think I've almost got it all replaced by now. Sending it to the mechanic in this few days so check and also replace either the back rotor or caliper. Been making weird sound for a week. The leaking makes me thinking about replacing it but can't find one that is equally fun and stylish for the price range.
I’ve got two of it for 3 years now and I still love them. I’ve recently got one of them chiptuned (240HP now plus 400Nm of torq) and it flies! A nice test BTW
My daily commuter. 47 miles each way mix of fast freeway, some curves on the freeway and a little stop and god and stoplight traffic and it’s phenomenal! Awesome on twisty mountain roads on the weekends and one of the most comfortable cars I’ve owned or driven on road trips, which surprised me. 900 miles in one day and your not work out and legs and back feel fine. Set the cruise at 80 -90mph out west and its super stable, crosswinds aren’t an issue and your just relax and enjoy some good tunes. I’m not sure this car could be any better. I even have the base engine and the turbo at altitude gives it plenty of power in traffic when needed and gets 40-42mpg even with stop and go traffic and 75-80mph freeway cruising. High altitude helps a lot. Might be the perfect Denver commuter and weekend fun toy rolled together. Takes the best of every car I’ve ever owned and mixes it together.
1:57 You know, in Korea, resolute edition cooper S has a black roof and side mirrors cover, not white. So much looks RESOLUTE. That means only 61 unit all black 3 door rebel green edition are only in korea. And one of 61 is mine.
I have a 2011 R56 MCS. Absolutely a blast to drive but the reliability has been awful. I dread hearing the "bloop" sound that signals a maintenance alert. I was looking forward to getting a Veloster N once the Mini's days were over but the Veloster was discontinued so I guess I'll consider the MCS again and try to negotiate to throw in an extended warranty. And hopefully that all happens before America's preferences completely bury the manual transmission.
Not to mention, @ 4:41, the mode selection for headlights : do they provide a mirror to see what you choose, or do you have to grope down there until you get what you want…
Lots of comments in here about reliability, the older gens were problematic (especially the 07-10 turbo models). But this current generation has proven itself to break that mold. Also if you want a new 2 door hot hatch this is your ONLY option in the United States.
Well, I feel the same way about things like the new Corolla hatchback. Insane that people are spending over 50k on those. The mini second generation I had was definitely the most fun car I’ve ever owned. The newer ones are several hundred pounds heavier so they lack they go kart high torque feel. I’ve never driven a Porsche but people tell me they have that go kart feel also. I think everything is expensive these days unfortunately
@@MichaelLee-yh7ssthey start at 26’000 which is a bargain so I don’t know what you talking bout. I owned a 2016 countryman, was dead reliable, good on fuel, and excellent amount of space.
My 2019 Mini Cooper S is awesome. Yes it cost £21000, and worth every penny. Goes like a stabbed rat and the turbo is sweet music to my ears. When the Mini bug bites you, it doesn’t let go. It’s like an addiction.
They're neat little cars and I'm sure they're a lot of fun to drive, but the price is insane. You have to REALLY want a Mini to buy one new. Just look at what the competition offers for the money.
@@PortersGarage The only Mini that is a "hot hatch" is the Cooper Works trim, which is $40k before add-ons. There are a lot of other sporty cars out there that offer more room, more luxury, or more performance for that kind of money that aren't hatchbacks, which alone doesn't justify the price.
@@palebeachbum agree to disagree, The S is a tuned up version of the base car, depending on your definition it qualifies. But even if it doesn’t, I have never liked the 4 door hatchbacks. I owned plenty of GTIs until VW killed the 2 door after 2016. I’ve had other cars, last one was a 2021 Mustang GT, it was fun but not nearly as nimble. What other cars would you suggest? Keep in mind I don’t do 4 doors. I’d love to get my hands on a GR86 but I’m sure it will be another 2 years. BTW I have a 2023 MCS, the interior quality is high, stereo is really good, driving dynamics are certainly there, and its a 2 door fun nimble car with 3 pedals.
@@PortersGarage The closest thing I can think of is a Hyundai Veloster N. Way cheaper than a Cooper Works and gives you 275hp to the Cooper Works 228hp. Has adaptive suspension and all kinds of neat gizmos. It's a blast. Aside from that, everything else is either going to be a 4-door hatch or a 2-door coupe. BMW 2-series, Subaru BRZ, Miata, if you want to stay small. Then muscles cars like Mustang, Camaro, Challenger. Aside from a very small niche, Americans just don't buy 2-door hatches anymore. Mini is an anomaly. I'm honestly surprised they're still a brand in the USA.
@@palebeachbum exactly why I got one, if you’re one of those rare Americans who want a 2 door hatch this is it. I never thought I was OCD until I saw one of those 3 door Velosters in person.
bought mine used for a steal at the time with only 45k on the clock. she's stick, turbo, softop and pretty as all get out. gets a lot of public comments in the summer with the top down. extremely fun to drive. toasted a lot of guys who thought they could take her, plus she just loves the hills and windy twisty roads. she's a solid little car and she weighs more than she looks too. forget the cheapo plasticky junk out there (looking at you Ford Hyundai and VW) and buy one of these instead. best bang for your buck in premium hot hatches.
Great review , I just bought a 2023 s 4 door hardtop and wish had seen this review. I agree the car lacks a lot of safety intelligent features for the premium price I paid.
Interesting! A co worker has a mini and she said she would never get another one because the maintenance is super expensive! don't know which year car she has!
That's probably an older one, my '06 has broken down twice in the last year (although it does have 170k miles on it). I've heard that the '07-'10 have the worst reliability, but since '19 they're much more reliable
1st and foremost, you've grown up a lot just like your father all the way back from you were slender and all and now you are very professional and entertaining when doing car reviews - just my IMO. Great review on the Minis as always :) I acquired a used 2019 Countryman All4 S and now considering a 2018 Countryman S ALL 4 JCW that have a about under 20K kms more than the 2019 because of how it is spec'd out. If the 2dr hatches were just affordable to insure where I reside, I would. But insuring where I reside is not worth the extra dough
Your take on this car is respectable. Would I want one, no. lol IF I wanted a Mini commuter, I would take the EV. (and I know, I am not an EV supporter) As you said, if one wants a true enthusiastic muscle or sports car, their are other/better options. Neighbor across the street has a pretty new one but rarely drives it. Drives her Mustang and VW Beetle way more.
Sure these have had their updates overtime but they're beginning to show their age. I think I'd rather spend my money on a used G20 3 series or a brand new GTI SE
I'm assuming you're referring to the 2 series GC, after all, it is based on the Countryman. The BMW's are going to be around 45k with a good amount of options, a well specced JCW hardtop will run you about 40k. Unless you realllllly want the BMW badge or need 4 doors, I'd get a Mini. Mini's are essentially cheap BMW's at this point and drive a lot better than their BMW counterparts. You are better off comparing a used 330i with a new Cooper S.
Why do you guys use the word “relevant”? Is a ‘69 GTO relevant? Is a ‘64 mustang relevant? What about a ‘53 ‘vette? The answer to all three is “shit yes”.
You mentioned it's a premium car but then you say it's a little pricey. 🤔 and you are attending a huge MINI event and don't fully understand why people who love the brand have multiple reasons to. That retail price is pretty close to a mundane Toyota Corolla. Happy Motoring!
I had 2019 cooper in nyc. Only plus was easy to park anywhere. But it was slow and none of the basic features where there. I mean blind spot assist should be like basic safety feature that must be included. Overall too expensive for what you get.
Would get it as a second car or a fun car but not as a daily driver. Not a value for the money, you can get a better car with tons of tech with 36k or less.
The design quality has dropped a lot, as we can see : pretentious front grille, seat fabric from the 70s (very cheap, very cheap), strange strips along the hood (some kind of suburban self-tuning), door handles not the same finish than the mirrors,etc etc… Where exactly is going Mini ?
I have my 2015 cooper s just about to break 40k miles. It doesn’t get a lot of constant use, but I drive her hard and it’s a blast in the canyons. I still can’t imagine letting my mini go, will hold onto it for as long as the engine turns over. Also helps that cops never bother me while driving!
Neighbor has had one for over 5 years. I was suspicious about reliability when they first bought it, but it hasnt had any issues whatsoever. Ive considered one based on their experience.
I have a 2015 with 72k Miles on it and it's been rock solid. It's only needed regular maintenance. It's a blast to drive and I'm the original owner.
i've completely fallen in love with my '15 F56 S, a car i thought i would own for 1 year before selling it and moving on. it's been solid, only thing it's needed is regular maintenance. it's a ton of fun to drive and agree that the interior is a nice step up from other small cars.
Have you had the blue smoke when cold start yet ? I did. BMW supplied one owner car, 66 plate, FSH. Only when cold, never does it when driving or when warmed up. Had to have the head off and parts replaced, under warranty thank goodness. Ive read of other owners with same problem.
I owned a 2016 MINI countryman
It is very reliable only issue I had was the overpriced maintenance.
For what BMW pitches as an economy brand luxury car, they shouldn’t charge 900$ for front brakes 😂
" Fudgin' hot out here",... now there's my morning laugh!
This car literally never changes
Just ordered mine a month ago , can’t wait to drive it.Different spec , moonwalk grey with black pack and tentacle spoke wheels.Super fun car to drive.
I have a 2019 Mini Convertible 'S' model. Reliability has been excellent and the fit & finish is top notch. My favorite part is that is does NOT have all the annoying driver's assistance technology.
Great review like always. I Ordered a 2023 Mini Cooper S in June, the car should be ready mid-August. Cannot wait!
Nice ! I ordered one as well 23 Cooper s iconic black on black. What city area are you in ? I’m in Tampa area, ordered mine 21st July and they told me 8-12 weeks but more 12 week bcs they get stuck at the port from England to us. Not sure how true it is lol. It’s going to be fun !
2014 mini was the first car to get bmw b48 engine best engine every produce even upgraded b58 used by Toyota in supra very underrated car and surprisingly reliable car
Mini's aren't the worst for reliability (surprising considering they are BMWs).... but being BMWs that parts and labor cost
A friend of mine had an 11 or so clubman I think it was back in the day. I was impressed with the interior dimensions, I’m a v8 guy but have a soft spot for Minis. Tommy’s totally right, their fun cars to scoot around in.
I have a 2015 F56 S and It's a lot of fun to drive. I wouldn't say it's a realiable as the Japanese one that I had but it's not bad. I'm pretty much daily it and runs it pretty hard. Over 100000km, Replaced the lower arms. Some bushing. shocks. One thing that is unexpected is that the drive shalf was leaking oil. But it got really annoying now that each of the coolant hoses started to leak. Been replacing it one after another. There's another small leak now. Not expensive to replace but it's hard to find the leak. I think I've almost got it all replaced by now. Sending it to the mechanic in this few days so check and also replace either the back rotor or caliper. Been making weird sound for a week. The leaking makes me thinking about replacing it but can't find one that is equally fun and stylish for the price range.
I’ve got two of it for 3 years now and I still love them. I’ve recently got one of them chiptuned (240HP now plus 400Nm of torq) and it flies! A nice test BTW
My daily commuter. 47 miles each way mix of fast freeway, some curves on the freeway and a little stop and god and stoplight traffic and it’s phenomenal! Awesome on twisty mountain roads on the weekends and one of the most comfortable cars I’ve owned or driven on road trips, which surprised me. 900 miles in one day and your not work out and legs and back feel fine. Set the cruise at 80 -90mph out west and its super stable, crosswinds aren’t an issue and your just relax and enjoy some good tunes. I’m not sure this car could be any better. I even have the base engine and the turbo at altitude gives it plenty of power in traffic when needed and gets 40-42mpg even with stop and go traffic and 75-80mph freeway cruising. High altitude helps a lot. Might be the perfect Denver commuter and weekend fun toy rolled together. Takes the best of every car I’ve ever owned and mixes it together.
1:57 You know, in Korea, resolute edition cooper S has a black roof and side mirrors cover, not white. So much looks RESOLUTE. That means only 61 unit all black 3 door rebel green edition are only in korea. And one of 61 is mine.
I wanted a new car that was similar to my 2007 Civic Type-R, but automatic. So I bought a 2022 Mini JCW. Very happy with it so far.
Consumer Reports gave it an excellent reliability, beating Subaru and Honda for top spot
We do it by staying inside from about 11:00AM till the sun sets. Or we're in the water. Pool, pond, lake, river, or ocean.
I have a 2011 R56 MCS. Absolutely a blast to drive but the reliability has been awful. I dread hearing the "bloop" sound that signals a maintenance alert.
I was looking forward to getting a Veloster N once the Mini's days were over but the Veloster was discontinued so I guess I'll consider the MCS again and try to negotiate to throw in an extended warranty. And hopefully that all happens before America's preferences completely bury the manual transmission.
Not to mention, @ 4:41, the mode selection for headlights : do they provide a mirror to see what you choose, or do you have to grope down there until you get what you want…
Love my F56. Can't get enough.
2014 isn’t 7 years from 2023. It’s 9 years lol
Lots of comments in here about reliability, the older gens were problematic (especially the 07-10 turbo models). But this current generation has proven itself to break that mold.
Also if you want a new 2 door hot hatch this is your ONLY option in the United States.
That model with those features shouldn't cost more than $28k
Minis are too expensive for what it is.
Well, I feel the same way about things like the new Corolla hatchback. Insane that people are spending over 50k on those. The mini second generation I had was definitely the most fun car I’ve ever owned. The newer ones are several hundred pounds heavier so they lack they go kart high torque feel. I’ve never driven a Porsche but people tell me they have that go kart feel also. I think everything is expensive these days unfortunately
style is priceless
@@MichaelLee-yh7ssthey start at 26’000 which is a bargain so I don’t know what you talking bout.
I owned a 2016 countryman, was dead reliable, good on fuel, and excellent amount of space.
Hell my 2012 S was 37K. Mine is almost loaded. I have No sunroof
My 2019 Mini Cooper S is awesome. Yes it cost £21000, and worth every penny. Goes like a stabbed rat and the turbo is sweet music to my ears.
When the Mini bug bites you, it doesn’t let go. It’s like an addiction.
Maybe if the next Mini has a 200 mile battery pack with ~100 kW DCFC, the ICE cooper will be unnecessary.
I have owned a 02 Cooper S and a 11 Cooper S. I kept both 4 yrs and loved them (x3) ....but this current version is overdue for a total redo....
They're neat little cars and I'm sure they're a lot of fun to drive, but the price is insane. You have to REALLY want a Mini to buy one new. Just look at what the competition offers for the money.
Nobody else offers a 2 door hot hatch at the moment.
@@PortersGarage The only Mini that is a "hot hatch" is the Cooper Works trim, which is $40k before add-ons. There are a lot of other sporty cars out there that offer more room, more luxury, or more performance for that kind of money that aren't hatchbacks, which alone doesn't justify the price.
@@palebeachbum agree to disagree, The S is a tuned up version of the base car, depending on your definition it qualifies. But even if it doesn’t, I have never liked the 4 door hatchbacks. I owned plenty of GTIs until VW killed the 2 door after 2016. I’ve had other cars, last one was a 2021 Mustang GT, it was fun but not nearly as nimble.
What other cars would you suggest?
Keep in mind I don’t do 4 doors. I’d love to get my hands on a GR86 but I’m sure it will be another 2 years.
BTW I have a 2023 MCS, the interior quality is high, stereo is really good, driving dynamics are certainly there, and its a 2 door fun nimble car with 3 pedals.
@@PortersGarage The closest thing I can think of is a Hyundai Veloster N. Way cheaper than a Cooper Works and gives you 275hp to the Cooper Works 228hp. Has adaptive suspension and all kinds of neat gizmos. It's a blast. Aside from that, everything else is either going to be a 4-door hatch or a 2-door coupe. BMW 2-series, Subaru BRZ, Miata, if you want to stay small. Then muscles cars like Mustang, Camaro, Challenger. Aside from a very small niche, Americans just don't buy 2-door hatches anymore. Mini is an anomaly. I'm honestly surprised they're still a brand in the USA.
@@palebeachbum exactly why I got one, if you’re one of those rare Americans who want a 2 door hatch this is it. I never thought I was OCD until I saw one of those 3 door Velosters in person.
Those cloth seats are collectible. They're going to collect dirt, perspiration, dog hair, etc.
i just bought a colorado for that same price. the price of vehicles now are crazy especially for this matchbox car with such a tiny engine
I always have a soft spot for these Minis. I wouldn't mind owning one.
Tommy is a saint
bought mine used for a steal at the time with only 45k on the clock. she's stick, turbo, softop and pretty as all get out. gets a lot of public comments in the summer with the top down. extremely fun to drive. toasted a lot of guys who thought they could take her, plus she just loves the hills and windy twisty roads. she's a solid little car and she weighs more than she looks too. forget the cheapo plasticky junk out there (looking at you Ford Hyundai and VW) and buy one of these instead. best bang for your buck in premium hot hatches.
Lovely fun little car, great presentation Tommy.
Great review , I just bought a 2023 s 4 door hardtop and wish had seen this review. I agree the car lacks a lot of safety intelligent features for the premium price I paid.
Interesting! A co worker has a mini and she said she would never get another one because the maintenance is super expensive! don't know which year car she has!
That's probably an older one, my '06 has broken down twice in the last year (although it does have 170k miles on it). I've heard that the '07-'10 have the worst reliability, but since '19 they're much more reliable
Count the BMW emblems on it. I quit at 20 on my bride's Countryman. What a steaming pile of poop. Thank for taking it away Carvana.
1st and foremost, you've grown up a lot just like your father all the way back from you were slender and all and now you are very professional and entertaining when doing car reviews - just my IMO. Great review on the Minis as always :) I acquired a used 2019 Countryman All4 S and now considering a 2018 Countryman S ALL 4 JCW that have a about under 20K kms more than the 2019 because of how it is spec'd out. If the 2dr hatches were just affordable to insure where I reside, I would. But insuring where I reside is not worth the extra dough
Nice review those that stayed away from these products are lucky
The should put the all4 system in this, love it in my paceman but man I’d consider the r56 with all4
Awesome Thank you
Love it
Great video!
Driver assist. Can do without. My 15 and me can still handle the road. Can always use more power . Thumbs up. Have fun
Your take on this car is respectable. Would I want one, no. lol IF I wanted a Mini commuter, I would take the EV. (and I know, I am not an EV supporter) As you said, if one wants a true enthusiastic muscle or sports car, their are other/better options. Neighbor across the street has a pretty new one but rarely drives it. Drives her Mustang and VW Beetle way more.
9 years, my man. Not 7
Math is hard
That turn signal though...or was it the microphone?
Sure these have had their updates overtime but they're beginning to show their age. I think I'd rather spend my money on a used G20 3 series or a brand new GTI SE
I will quote the Car Ninja from Hoovies Garage. "I make a lot of money fixing Mimis because they're horribly engineered".
Older ones you bet, current generation no.
Is it as good as BMW 2 Series?
I'm assuming you're referring to the 2 series GC, after all, it is based on the Countryman. The BMW's are going to be around 45k with a good amount of options, a well specced JCW hardtop will run you about 40k. Unless you realllllly want the BMW badge or need 4 doors, I'd get a Mini. Mini's are essentially cheap BMW's at this point and drive a lot better than their BMW counterparts.
You are better off comparing a used 330i with a new Cooper S.
36k with a manual? I just put an order in for 2023 S with automatic for 32k. I am thinking the salesman low balled me.
Nice
Why do you guys use the word “relevant”? Is a ‘69 GTO relevant? Is a ‘64 mustang relevant? What about a ‘53 ‘vette? The answer to all three is “shit yes”.
This car doesn’t have adaptive cruise control or heated steering wheel due to production constraints.
So it both manual and standard !?
You mentioned it's a premium car but then you say it's a little pricey. 🤔 and you are attending a huge MINI event and don't fully understand why people who love the brand have multiple reasons to. That retail price is pretty close to a mundane Toyota Corolla. Happy Motoring!
Toyota >>>>>>> minis.
Did he just gloss over he was at MTTS’22? I didn’t even see him there.
I think that I'll take a GTI thanks 😊
Do you guys leave the automatic temperature control ON all the time?
Yes I do on my 18 S
Yep, unless I have the windows/sunroof open
I had 2019 cooper in nyc. Only plus was easy to park anywhere. But it was slow and none of the basic features where there. I mean blind spot assist should be like basic safety feature that must be included. Overall too expensive for what you get.
I can hear it falling apart and beginning to leak
does it have a trunk?
Pfff….I would just squeeze 4g’s from my piggybank, get a Nissan Z and look like a man. 36,000??????
Would get it as a second car or a fun car but not as a daily driver. Not a value for the money, you can get a better car with tons of tech with 36k or less.
The design quality has dropped a lot, as we can see : pretentious front grille, seat fabric from the 70s (very cheap, very cheap), strange strips along the hood (some kind of suburban self-tuning), door handles not the same finish than the mirrors,etc etc… Where exactly is going Mini ?
Better than A class?
Apple car play is of no use to awesome Android users so you're telling me I can't connect my Samsung phone? I will NEVER use apple
it's a really kool car but the lack of Android auto is weird specially since this system can offer it ...
BMW needs to work on this engine and step up. Prius 2023 will rival the John Cooper model with 57mpg.
Nice reveiw stay away from mini cars their a time bomb 💣
Why is someone always jumping in these thumbnails?
I still wouldn’t buy it
6 speed???? Mini coop 4 door 2023 are 7 speed clutches not 6 speed
Nice review but not good enough to get an ICE mini, I ordered me a mini se to be delivered in November.
Manual no,longer available!
Spent half of the video looking at himself instead of the car.
I hate the taillights and wheels. The back seat is pretty much useless. Why not just remove it?
Because you can just fold them down... then you still have the extra space but can still fit two now people if needed
Manual realy hurts mpg
Yeah, manual hasn't been better for mpg than automatic since like the '60s
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