Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Cooper.
The 2020 Mini Cooper carries an automatic seven-speed automated manual transmission and returns EPA-rated fuel economy of 28 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined — figures that keep it competitive within the model's long lineage spanning 2001 through 2026. Reliability tells a reassuring story for this particular year: across that full history, the Cooper's worst trouble came in 2005 with 843 owner complaints, while the 2020 model has drawn just six total complaints — air bags being the top area — alongside two recalls. That places it far closer to the quiet end of the spectrum, where 2024 recorded only a single complaint, suggesting the 2020 Cooper sits in a mature, well-sorted phase of the platform's evolution.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11429888806. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11429888806 alt 11428593186 |
| Engine air filter | 13718513944 alt 13718480931 |
| Spark plug | 12122455258 alt 12120055028 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A576A9 |
| Thermostat | 11539430898 alt 11539430899 |
| Cabin air filter | 64316835406 alt 64316835405 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Overall length | 151.2 in |
| Overall width | 68.1 in |
| Overall height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Curb weight | 2701 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 59.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 28 / 36 / 31 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Cooper of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 4.40 sec | 13.10 sec | 301 hp | AWD |
| 2020 | Hardtop SE Iconic 2-door Hatchback Elec 32.6-kWh | 6.00 sec | 14.70 sec | 181 hp | FWD |
| 2020 | Hardtop SE Iconic 2-door Hatchback Elec 32.6-kWh | 6.10 sec | 14.80 sec | 181 hp | FWD |
| 2020 | Clubman S 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.40 sec | 15.00 sec | 189 hp | FWD |
| 2020 | Countryman S 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.80 sec | 15.20 sec | 189 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Hardtop John Cooper Works Knights Edition 2-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.20 sec | 14.60 sec | 228 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Hardtop John Cooper Works Knights Edition 2-door Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.40 sec | 14.70 sec | 228 hp | FWD |
| 2019 | Hardtop Oxford Edition 4-door Hatchback 1.5L Turbo I-3 | 7.60 sec | 16.00 sec | 134 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
| Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings | Only use new bolts and fasteners. |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 15.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .803; Rear: .331 |
| Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring Depth | .031" per side. |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .803; Rear: .331 |
| Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring Depth | Front: 11.57; Rear: 10.19 |
| 1 | M6 Bolts with tensile strength of 8.8 | 84 in |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The Mini Cooper generation experienced a dramatic arc from severe early-life reliability issues—peaking at 843 complaints in 2005—to mature stability in later years, with complaint volumes dropping to single digits by 2018. The 2020 model sits firmly in this stable tail end, recording just 6 federal complaints, which aligns closely with the 10 complaints in 2019 and the 6 complaints in 2022. While 2020 saw 2 recalls and 72 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs), its primary complaint areas were Air Bags (2 complaints) and isolated issues across the Power Train, Steering, and Service Brakes, resulting in only 2 crash complaints and zero fire complaints. Because the data does not specify the root causes for these concerns, prospective buyers should simply verify that the 2 recalls have been properly addressed by a dealer. Ultimately, the 2020 Mini Cooper's position on the low-complaint plateau of this generation's arc makes it a statistically favorable year to buy used.
All 6 complaints on record, top 5 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW vehicles. The rear side trim panels may have been assembled without a crash pad. As such, these vehicles fail to… Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
Showing 5 of 72 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| M511616 | 2025-07-16 | Structure | Cavity protection applied to the underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch… |
| M010124 | 2024-10-07 | Fuel/Propulsion System | EVAP PURGE (VENT) VALVE EXT LTD WTY (ELW) 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES |
| M310424 | 2024-03-04 | Suspension | During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles… |
| M511616 | 2023-11-02 | Structure | Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch… |
| M610607 | 2023-10-25 | Electrical System | MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result… |
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EPA figures are 28 city / 36 highway / 31 combined mpg.