Model year guide

2013 Mini cooper s convertible

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Mini cooper s convertible is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2013 Mini cooper s convertible at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints69

Combined29 mpg

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

2013 Mini cooper s convertible recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2013 Mini cooper s convertible.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 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 convertible common problems

Owners have filed 69 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.

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.

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.

Seat Belts

Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2013 Mini cooper s convertible 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

Engine start-stopOn some versions

Passenger volume72 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 convertible 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.

2013 Mini cooper s convertible trims & engines on record

Engines

1.6L 4-cyl 181 hp

2013 Mini cooper s convertible vehicles on record

2013 Mini cooper s convertibleWMWZP3C54DT297299

Other Mini cooper s convertible model years

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2013 Mini cooper s convertible — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Mini cooper s convertible have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2013 Mini cooper s convertible. 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 free.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Mini cooper s convertible?

Owners have filed 69 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Mini cooper s convertible get?

The 2013 Mini cooper s convertible 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.