Model year guide

2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works — representative photo
Representative photo

2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined28 mpg

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

2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works.

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.

2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,950
EPA size classMinicompact Cars
TransmissionManual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume76 cu ft
Cargo volume6 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,750 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,750
Fuel only$14,750
Per mile$0.20

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
146.1–155.9 in
Width
66.1 in
Height
54.3–56.3 in
Wheelbase
97.2–100.4 in
Curb weight
2,701–2,895 lb
Front track
56.7–57.5 in
Rear track
56.7–57.9 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works — ranges cover the 5 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

On certain vehicles, the auxiliary water pump (which cools the turbocharger after the engine is turned OFF) can overheat and fail. This could result in a vehicle fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the auxiliary water pump. Note: Owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors until the remedy is applied. Additional note: This is an e…

Transport Canada #2018195 · Apr 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works vehicles on record

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2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works. 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 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works get?

The 2012 Mini JOHN Cooper Works has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (25 city / 32 highway).

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