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MINI Fuel Economy and Fuel Cost by Model

MINI has 7 models with EPA fuel economy ratings between 2002 and 2027. In model year 2026 the combined ratings of its models run 27–32 MPG. The most efficient is the 2026 MINI Cooper at 32 MPG, about $2,510 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). 3 of its models offer a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric version.

Models

7

2002–2027

Most efficient, MY2026

32MPG

MINI Cooper

Cheapest to fuel, MY2026

$2,510/yr

MINI Cooper

Electrified models

3

hybrid, plug-in or electric

Most efficient MINI models, MY2026

MINI models ranked by best combined rating, MY2026
1
2026 MINI Cooper
Small cars
32$2,510
2
30$2,640
3
27$2,970

All MINI models

MINI models: latest model year ratings and annual fuel cost
ModelModel yearsPowertrainsLatest MYCombined$/yr
MINI Cooper 2002–2027 Gas 2027 31 $2,550–$2,610
MINI John Cooper Works 2009–2027 Gas 2027 30 $2,670–$2,710
MINI Countryman 2011–2027 Gas, Electric 2027 27 $950–$2,970
MINI Clubman 2008–2024 Gas 2024 25–29 $2,790–$3,180
MINI Paceman 2014–2016 Gas 2016 26–29 $2,810–$3,110
MINI Roadster 2012–2015 Gas 2015 28–29 $2,740–$2,860
MiniE 2008–2008 Electric 2008 98 MPGe $930

Ratings and costs are for each model's latest model year; costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year.

MINI by size class

  • Small cars: 4
  • Small SUVs: 1
  • Midsize cars: 1
  • Two-seaters: 1
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) · residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Frequently asked questions

Which MINI gets the best gas mileage?

In model year 2026, the most efficient MINI is the 2026 MINI Cooper at 32 MPG combined. Next is the 2026 MINI John Cooper Works at 30 MPG.

What is the cheapest MINI to fuel?

In model year 2026, the 2026 MINI Cooper is the cheapest MINI to fuel: about $2,510 a year at 15,000 miles, using premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

How many MINI models does EPA rate?

EPA lists 7 MINI models for model years 2002 to 2027. 3 of them have ratings for MY2026.

Does MINI make hybrid or electric cars?

Yes. Plug-in hybrid: 1 models; Electric: 3 models.

What MPG do MINI cars get?

Combined ratings across MINI models run 27–32 MPG for MY2026, from the 2026 MINI Countryman to the 2026 MINI Cooper.