Most common 2020 Mini Cooper S problems
Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Mini Cooper S complaints by model year
Best Cooper S years: 2017, 2016, 2021. Years to avoid: 2005, 2007, 2004, 2006, 2003. Compare all years →
2020 Mini Cooper S recalls (2)
Air bags › Side/window › Curtain
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 X1 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i and X2 sDrive28i, 2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S All4, 2021 MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and Cooper S E) and MINI Hardtop 4 Door (Cooper and Cooper S) vehicles.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or MINI customer service at…
Structure
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and JCW vehicles. The rear side trim panels may have been assembled without a crash pad.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and MINI dealers will install crash pads, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2019. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
2020 Mini Cooper S engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | FWD | 115 / 100 / 108 MPGe | 110 mi |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 7-speed dual-clutch | FWD | 26 / 35 / 30 | — |
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo plug-in hybrid | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 29 / 30 / 29 | — |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 23 / 31 / 26 | — |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2020 Mini Cooper S a good car?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 Cooper S rates better than average: 56% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Cooper S at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 Mini Cooper S?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (1) and electrical system (1).
How many recalls does the 2020 Mini Cooper S have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2020 Mini Cooper S, the most recent from May 20, 2020 (curtain). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Mini Cooper S?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2016 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005, 2007, 2004, 2006 and 2003. See the full Mini Cooper S years comparison.
At what mileage do 2020 Mini Cooper S problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 8,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.