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2014 MINI Clubman

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

MINI Clubman
Pictured: MINI Clubman (MSP16). Photo: Jakub "Flyz1" Maciejewski, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Subcompact Cars
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
30 combined · 27 city / 34 hwy
Length
–
Curb weight
–
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 28% better than the average 2014 subcompact car (23.4 MPG).
  • Few owner complaints5 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 40 for similar models.
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 MINI Clubman is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl and 1.6L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway), 28% better than the 2014 subcompact car average of 23.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2014

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 Clubman — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 Clubman →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Cooper Clubman1.6L 4-cylManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive27 / 34 / 30+28%$2,750295
Cooper Clubman1.6L 4-cylAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 34 / 29+24%$2,850299
Cooper S Clubman1.6L 4-cyl turboManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive26 / 34 / 29+24%$2,850305
John Cooper Works Clubman1.6L 4-cyl turboManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive26 / 34 / 29+24%$2,850305
Cooper S Clubman1.6L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 34 / 29+24%$2,850315
John Cooper Works Clubman1.6L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S6)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 34 / 29+24%$2,850315
8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
8/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $1,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.4 MPG2014 Subcompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 MINI Clubman.

Similar 2014 subcompact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 MINI Clubman (this car)30 MPGNot rated0
2014 Nissan GT-R19 MPGNot rated0
2014 Ford Fiesta35 MPG★★★★★7
2014 Chevrolet Spark34 MPG★★★★★8
2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV62 miNot rated3
2014 Scion xD29 MPGNot rated0
2014 Volkswagen Eos25 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 MINI Clubman.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 MINI Clubman is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

5Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
65,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System2
Exterior Lighting1
Air Bags1
Suspension1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
19/06: 120/12: 123/02: 124/07: 126/05: 119/0620/1223/0224/0726/05max 1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 MINI Clubman buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Electrical System — 2 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Exterior Lighting — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
  4. Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 65,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 MINI Clubman. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Clubman years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2024 Clubman29168.1 inNot rated01
2023 Clubman29168.1 inNot rated00
2022 Clubman29168.1 inNot rated02
2021 Clubman29168.1 inNot rated00
2020 Clubman29168.1 inNot rated00
2019 Clubman28168.1 inNot rated16
2018 Clubman28167.7 inNot rated01
2017 Clubman28167.7 inNot rated223
2016 Clubman28167.7 inNot rated118
2013 Clubman30–Not rated012
2012 Clubman30–Not rated010
2011 Clubman30–Not rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or MINI. How we calculate this →