What Changed

The new 2014 Mini Cooper Hardtop is the first of the next generation of Minis. Compared to the prior model, the 2014 model is wider and significantly longer. A turbocharged 1.5l 3-cylinder engine is the new standard powertrain. Horsepower is rated at 134-bhp, up from 121-bhp in the prior model.

Comparison to Prior Model

2014 Mini Cooper Hardtop 2013 Mini Cooper
2014 Mini Cooper Hardtop 2013 Mini Cooper
Price Range ($) $19,950 - $24,850 $19,700 - $30,100
Length (in) 151.1 146.8
Wheelbase (in) 98.2 97.1
Width (in) 68.0 66.3
Height (in) 55.7 55.4
Track (in) 58.5 57.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 286.4 269.2
Curb Weight (lbs.) 2605-2795 2557-2767
Legroom Total (in.) 72.2 71.3
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 80.3 75.8
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 8.7 5.7
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • FWD
Engines
  • 1.5l I3 T (134-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 T (189-bhp)
  • 1.6l I4 (121-bhp)
  • 1.6l I4 T (181-bhp)
  • 1.6l I4 T (208-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M6 A6, M6
City MPG 25-30 26-29
Highway MPG 38-42 34-37
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