MPGTerminal
52/100
2026Subcompact CarsPremium

2026 MINI Cooper S 2 Door

EPA ID: 49228
28
City MPG
32
Combined MPG
32MPG· Excellent
39
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2026 MINI Cooper S 2 Door achieves an EPA-estimated 32 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 28 MPG in the city and 39 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (am-s7), this subcompact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2026 Cooper S 2 Door produces approximately 275 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Cooper S 2 Door performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,150, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSubcompact Cars
Fuel TypePremium
Engine2L 4-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions275 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score6/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$2,150
5-Year Cost DeltaN/A

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
32.1
Impact vs EPA
$-4
/ year
💨

Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$475/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$12,500
43.9%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,203
28.8%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,375
25.9%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.4%
Total 5-Year Cost$28,478

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #25V616000·2025-11-13
critical
Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$2,150

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City28 MPG
Highway39 MPG
Combined32 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

55.0 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 68 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.6 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.