DecodedCars2027 MINI John Cooper Works
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 26 city / 37 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 40% better than the average 2027 minicompact car (21.5 MPG).
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 MINI John Cooper Works is a minicompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (26 city / 37 highway), 40% better than the 2027 minicompact car average of 21.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 John Cooper Works — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 John Cooper Works →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JCW Convertible | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 35 / 30 | +40% | $2,750 | 295 |
| JCW 2 Door | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 37 / 30 | +17% | $2,750 | 291 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 MINI John Cooper Works.
Similar 2027 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 MINI John Cooper Works (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Subaru BRZ | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 MINI Cooper | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Toyota GR 86 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 MINI John Cooper Works.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 MINI John Cooper Works is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 MINI John Cooper Works in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other John Cooper Works years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 John Cooper Works | 30 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 John Cooper Works | 30 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 John Cooper Works | 29 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 John Cooper Works | 29 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 John Cooper Works | 29 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 John Cooper Works | 29 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 John Cooper Works | 29 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 John Cooper Works | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 John Cooper Works | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 John Cooper Works | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 John Cooper Works | 27 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 John Cooper Works | 29 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or MINI. How we calculate this →