MINI Cooper vs. Audi A4
When comparing the MINI Cooper to the Audi A4, the MINI Cooper has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Cooper versus the Audi A4, the Audi A4 is a better car than the MINI Cooper.
MINI Cooper vs. Audi A4 Pricing
A used 2009 MINI Cooper ranges from $5,957 to $13,813 while a used 2009 Audi A4 is priced between $5,505 to $14,976.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the MINI Cooper’s base engine makes 118 horsepower, and the Audi A4 base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Cooper is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,957 - $13,813
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,505 - $14,976
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
MINI Cooper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
MINI Cooper Rankings
Not yet available
Audi A4 Rankings
Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
MINI Cooper Trim Levels
Base, John Cooper Works, S
Audi A4 Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T quattro, 3.2 quattro, 2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige, 3.2 quattro Premium Plus, 3.2 quattro Prestige, 2.0T Avant Premium, 2.0T Avant Premium Plus, 2.0T Avant Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
118 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 36 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.4 inches
Cargo Space:
6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45 inches
Cargo Space:
13.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2745 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
145.6 inches
Wheelbase:
97.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3428 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
181 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
