Model year guide

2013 Mini cooper s

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Mini cooper s is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 53 on record.

2013 Mini cooper s — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Mini cooper s at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined29 mpg

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

2013 Mini cooper s recalls 1

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #23V337000 · 11/05/2023

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Je…

Fix: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2024. Owners may contact BMW 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.

2013 Mini cooper s MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,850
EPA size classMinicompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume74 cu ft
Cargo volume6 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Mini cooper s 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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
146.1–161.4 in
Width
66.1–70.5 in
Height
54.3–61.4 in
Wheelbase
97.2–102.4 in
Curb weight
2,668–3,307 lb
Front track
56.7–60.2 in
Rear track
56.7–61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2013 Mini cooper s — ranges cover the 7 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 154

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. Showing the 10 most recent of 154.

The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been supplementarily increased to 15 years / 186,000 miles as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.

Bulletin M010616 · Electrical System · Mar 2025

Customers with a genuine MINI “Click and Drive System” (C&D) accessory installed may complain of steering system check control messages (CCM) and reduced steering functionality. The concern starts after a software update to 4.28.1.x (21-03-500) or gr…

Bulletin M610124 · Electrical System · Feb 2024

Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch trim and grille.

Bulletin M511616 · Structure · Nov 2023

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

New RDC wheel electronics will be introduced with future generation MINI models. The new wheel electronics are identified as Huf Generation 5. These new wheel electronics will need to be programmed using the new tool when replaced or when depressurized (0 psi)…

Bulletin M360119 · Equipment, Electrical System, Wheels · Dec 2021

OC3 SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT - LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES: Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension For the above-referenced vehicles, MINI USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC (MINI USA) is extending the limited warranty for t…

Bulletin M011116 · Seats · Aug 2020

CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N14 HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HDP) SERVICE BENEFIT CLASS VEHICLES: The MINI vehicle may experience a sudden engine operational failure reduced or loss of power while driving and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be illuminated al…

Bulletin M010419 · Electrical System, Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine · Jan 2020

"Service Action: Retrofit of the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Internal corrosion could form in the engine coolant temperature sensor. This corrosion leads to internal bridging of the contacts, which can cause an inaccurate engine temperature reading. Thi…

Bulletin M170912 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2019

Air Conditioning System Leak Testing. The customer complains of poor or no air conditioning cooling. After further diagnosis, the system is found to be low or empty of a refrigerant charge, but when using an electronic leak detector, no leak can be found. CAUS…

Bulletin M640108 · Equipment · Jul 2019

Service Action: Checking or Replacing the Door Sill Trim Strips. The door sill trim strips are deformed and/or peeling up at the corners. CAUSE: Insufficient surface preparation of the door sill.

Bulletin M510912 · Structure, Equipment Adaptive/mobility, Equipment · Jul 2019

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

2013 Mini cooper s trims & engines on record

Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 181 hp

2013 Mini cooper s vehicles on record

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2013 Mini cooper s — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Mini cooper s have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Mini cooper s. 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 gas mileage does the 2013 Mini cooper s get?

The 2013 Mini cooper s 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.