Model year guide

2017 Mini cooper s

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Mini cooper s is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2017 Mini cooper s — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Mini cooper s at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints4
Combined24–28 mpg

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

2017 Mini cooper s recalls 3

Seat Belts:front:retractor NHTSA Campaign #16V747000 · 17/10/2016

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the seat belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) for the driver's seat may not lock as designed. As such, these vehicles fai…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights NHTSA Campaign #17V222000 · 31/03/2017

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner, bumper-mounted, brake light will go out. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equip…

Fix: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #16V914000 · 20/12/2016

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i x…

Fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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.

2017 Mini cooper s common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — 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.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
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.

2017 Mini cooper s MPG & running costs

Combined24–28 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,138
EPA size classMidsize Cars
Transmission3 options
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopOn some versions
Passenger volume97 cu ft
Cargo volume18 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,692 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 13 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 2017 Mini cooper s costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,690
Fuel only$15,690
Per mile$0.21

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.

2017 Mini cooper s trims & engines on record

Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 189 hp

2017 Mini cooper s vehicles on record

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2017 Mini cooper s — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Mini cooper s have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Mini cooper s. 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 2017 Mini cooper s?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Mini cooper s get?

The 2017 Mini cooper s has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (13 versions).

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