DecodedCarsMINI Roadster
4 model years from 2012 to 2015, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2012–2015
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 29–30 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
The 2015 Roadster in brief
The 2015 MINI Roadster is a two seaters offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl and 1.6L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 147 inches long and 66 inches wide on a 97-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,745 lb (Cooper S 2dr FWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway), 39% better than the 2015 two seaters average of 20.8 MPG, for an estimated $2,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The MINI Roadster has 4 model years in our data, from 2012 to 2015.
Its most efficient year was 2014 at 30 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 29 to 30 MPG.
How the 2012 Roadster compares
The 2012 MINI Roadster is a two seaters 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), 45% better than the 2012 two seaters average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.
2015 Roadster pros & cons
Full 2015 details →What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 29 MPG combined — 39% better than the average 2015 two seaters (20.8 MPG).
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 74 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Show all 4 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2015 Roadster
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Fiat 500 | 34 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2015 MINI Cooper | 32 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2015 MINI John Cooper Works | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or MINI. How we calculate this →