2005 MINI CooperFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Minicompact CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
24
MPG
Highway
33
MPG
Combined
28
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 7 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
31.4MPG average+12.2% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 28 MPG · Owner reported avg: 31.4 MPG
Range: 25–37 MPG
Driving mix: City 60% / Highway 40%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 31.4 real world MPG based on 7 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 28 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
24
Hwy
33
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,900/yr
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Premium
City
23
Hwy
31
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $3,150/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Premium | 24 | 33 | 28 | $2,900 |
| Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 23 | 31 | 26 | $3,150 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,900
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,500
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 317 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 10.6 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 1.6L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 1.6L, 4-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Premium Gasoline
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