Model year guide

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman — representative photo
Representative photo

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1
Combined29 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman recalls 1

Air Bags:side/window:curtain NHTSA Campaign #20V283000 · 20/05/2020

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 Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4 Door (Cooper and Cooper S) vehicles. Due to a problem with the rollover sensor within the air bag control unit, in the event of a rollover crash, the head air bag, seat bel…

Fix: 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 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,850
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume18 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,250
Fuel only$14,250
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 7

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner and/or outer CV boots.

Bulletin M310424 · Suspension · Mar 2024

Customer complains of a musty odor or damp front footwell carpet.

Bulletin M640116 · Structure · Jan 2024

MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result, the demand on the batteries has increased. Breakdowns due to an empty battery or problems in the vehicles electrical system can have various causes, most of which are not d…

Bulletin M610607 · Electrical System · Oct 2023

It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break, upon removal and or during installation.

Bulletin M540122 · Structure · Nov 2022

During a vehicle inspection and/or while addressing a customer's concern, the engine stabilizer bar/link appears to be worn.

Bulletin M220122 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Nov 2022

During the service life of the vehicle, the high-voltage battery may unexpectedly not provide power to the vehicle.

Bulletin M610820 · Electrical System · Nov 2022

Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration. The Connected Drive voice services (Concierge Call, MINI Assistance and emergency call voice) can no longer be used regionally in the US in vehicle with telema…

Bulletin M840322 · Equipment · Sep 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COOPER S CLUBMAN. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman vehicles on record

Other Mini Cooper S Clubman model years

2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are latches/locks/linkages.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman get?

The 2020 Mini Cooper S Clubman has a U.S. EPA estimate of 29 mpg combined (26 city / 34 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.