2013 Mini Cooper Convertible reliability
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible over 14 years — 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Cooper Convertible years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (19 of 47), then Air bags (11) and Fuel and propulsion system (5). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash.
The 2012 Cooper Convertible has 66 complaints, 2 per year, and the 2014 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (47 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"Thermostat sensor malfunction. Mini coopers all around world had issues with the first generation thermostats and sensors, they created an entirely new system for all new minis with a new thermostat house and different…"
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"Passenger occupancy sensor malfunctions all the time and there are hundreds of claims regarding this issue but was never addressed by the manufacturer The same issue prompted a recall in older models but has not been…"
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"As per NHTSA there was a recall the replace OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT but I never received recall notice and just passed 10 years with 40K millage and started getting air bag light, dealer is not replacing it under…"
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"Blinkers stopped working and windows are no long rolling down"
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"The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible C FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 5 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper convertible | 1.6L, 4-cyl | Automatic (6-speed) | Front-wheel drive | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG | $2650 |
| Cooper convertible | 1.6L, 4-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG | $2650 |
Specs and fitment
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible reliable?
Owners have filed 47 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible over 14 years — 1 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Cooper Convertible years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (19 of 47), then Air bags (11) and Fuel and propulsion system (5). Those filings include 1 that reports a crash.
Is the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2012 Cooper Convertible has 66 complaints, 2 per year, and the 2014 has 0 complaints, 0 per year. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
Has the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible?
Owners have filed 47 complaints about the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible is 30 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does a MINI Cooper Convertible use?
R57-era convertibles commonly use 0W-30 (~4.4 qt with filter); F57-era models commonly use 0W-20 (~4.5 qt)—verify the under-hood label and BMW LL approval.
What tire sizes fit a MINI Cooper Convertible?
OEM sizes commonly include 175/65R15, 195/55R16, 205/45R17, and 205/40R18 depending on trim and generation.
What steering-gear recall covers certain MINI Convertibles?
Recall 19V601000 covers certain 2019 MINI Cooper S Convertible vehicles (among other BMW/MINI models) where the steering gear tie rod may have been assembled incorrectly.