The 2016 Cooper has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2016 Mini Cooper owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
""engine mounts cracked, replaced at significant cost""
Anonymous A., CA (2016 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
"The car has developed a coolant leak that appears to happen only when the system is pressurized during operation. This requires frequent refilling. The source of the leak has not yet been determined."
Anonymous A., AL (2016 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"when ac compressor locked up, it caused harmonic balancer to have to be replaced"
Anonymous, TX (2016 Mini Cooper Base 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"The sliding mechanism used to lock the seat when moving it forward or backward, wouldnt lock, causing the seat to slide freely backward and forward. It is a huge safety issue because the seatbelt wont protect a moving seat."
Anonymous, WA (2016 Mini Cooper S 1.5-L 3 Cyl turbo)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
""The trim around the headlights, bubbled and chipped, twice. I had to replace the originals within one year. The second time I had to replace them after eight years.""
Anonymous, AZ (2016 Mini Cooper Base Unsure)Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
"It cost several thousand dollars to repair a gas line issue caused by overfilling the gas tank."
Anonymous, WA (2016 Mini Cooper S 1.5-L 3 Cyl turbo)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
""Many problems with slipping, jerking steering, inability to startFINALLY attributed to alternator. So many trips to dealer, who was unable, for years, to diagnose problem.""
Anonymous A., CA (2016 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
"Part of the keyless entry system (called Comfort Access by Mini) has stopped working. We can no longer lock/unlock the car by pressing the button on the door handles (either side). Internet searches indicate that this may be a common problem in Minis of this age."
Anonymous A., AL (2016 Mini Cooper S 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)