MINI Cooper Hardtop vs. MINI Convertible
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the MINI Cooper Hardtop and MINI Convertible contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the MINI Cooper Hardtop and the MINI Convertible.
When comparing the MINI Cooper Hardtop's and the MINI Convertible's specifications and ratings, the MINI Cooper Hardtop has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The MINI Convertible has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Cooper Hardtop's and the MINI Convertible's specifications and ratings, the MINI Cooper Hardtop is a better car than the MINI Convertible.
Pricing: A used 2012 MINI Cooper Hardtop ranges from $4,317 to $12,246 while a used 2026 MINI Convertible is priced between $38,825 to $45,925.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the MINI Cooper Hardtop’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the MINI Convertible base engine makes 161 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The MINI Cooper Hardtop has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and cargo space. The MINI Convertible has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room. The MINI Cooper Hardtop and MINI Convertible are comparable in regards to front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
19500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
41475 - 51694
Starting MSRP:
34600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
32050
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
29500 - 34600
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
7762
Price Range:
4317 - 12246
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
50
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
99826
# Good or Great Deals:
14
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
43700
Price Range:
38825 - 45925
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
41179
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
38658 - 43700
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
MINI Cooper Hardtop Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
MINI Convertible Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for MINI Cooper Hardtop
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for MINI Convertible
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
15.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
13.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
11.7 - 15.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.004
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6322852697264156
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
MINI Cooper Hardtop Rankings
Not yet available
MINI Convertible Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
MINI Cooper Hardtop Trim Levels
Base, John Cooper Works, S
MINI Convertible Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper S Signature Trim, Cooper Signature Trim, John Cooper Works, John Cooper Works Signature Trim
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
161 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1520 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 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):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
5.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
40 inches
Cargo Space:
5.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
77.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2568 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:
3139 lbs
Width:
77.6 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
152.8 inches
Wheelbase:
98.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
175/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
215/45R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black Metallic
Blue
Ice Blue / Kite Blue Metallic / Laser Blue Metallic / Lightning Blue Metallic / Reef Blue Metallic
Brown
Hot Chocolate Metallic
Gray
Highclass Gray Metallic / Rooftop Gray Metallic
Green
British Racing Green II Metallic / Laguna Green Metallic
Orange
Spice Orange Metallic
Red
Chili Red
Silver
Velvet Silver Metallic / White Silver Metallic
White
Pepper White
Exterior Colors
Black
Midnight Black II Metallic
Blue
Icy Sunshine Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
British Racing Green IV Metallic
Orange
Not available
Red
Chili Red II
Silver
Melting Silver III Metallic
White
Nanuq White Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Polar Beige / Polar Beige/Carbon Black
Black
Carbon Black
Brown
Toffee/Carbon Black
Gray
MINI Yours Soda Satellite Gray / Rocklite Anthracite / Rooftop Gray / Satellite Gray
Green
Classic Green
Red
Rooster Red/Carbon Black
Blue
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Black/Blue
Brown
Not available
Gray
Grey/Blue
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Blue
Nightshade Blue
