Model year guide

2008 Mini clubman

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Mini clubman is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2008 Mini clubman — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2008 Mini clubman at a glance

Owner complaints38
Combined29–32 mpg

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2008 Mini clubman common problems

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2008 Mini clubman MPG & running costs

Combined29–32 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway36 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,700
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Passenger volume80 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,500 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 2008 Mini clubman costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,500
Fuel only$13,500
Per mile$0.18

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.

2008 Mini clubman trims & engines on record

Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 118 hp

2008 Mini clubman vehicles on record

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2008 Mini clubman — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Mini clubman?

Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, engine, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2008 Mini clubman get?

The 2008 Mini clubman has U.S. EPA estimates of 29–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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