Model year guide

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster at a glance

Owner complaints33
Combined29–30 mpg
Typical price$22,409

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

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster common problems

Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
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.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster MPG & running costs

Combined29–30 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800

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.

What's a 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster worth?

Low
$19,750
Typical price
$22,409
High
$24,000

From 11 comparable 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000
Fuel only$14,000
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.

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster trims & engines on record

Trims
S · Base
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 181 hp · 1.6L 4-cyl 121 hp

2014 Mini Cooper Roadster vehicles on record

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Other Mini Cooper Roadster model years

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2014 Mini Cooper Roadster — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster?

Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster get?

The 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster has U.S. EPA estimates of 29–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster worth?

Comparable 2014 Mini Cooper Roadster listings run roughly $19,750–$24,000, typically around $22,409 (from 11 vehicles).

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