2018
MINI Hardtop
Starts at:
$21,600
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92 mi away
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Notable features
Two- and four-door body styles
Choice of turbocharged engines
Adaptive suspension available
Forward collision warning with auto braking available
High-performance John Cooper Works version available
The good & the bad
The good
Highway poise
Acceleration (Cooper S)
Responsive automatic transmission
Handling
iDrive interface
The bad
Slot-like windshield limits view of overhead stoplights
Center armrest interferes with parking brake lever
Awkward location of iDrive controller
Upright rear-seat backrest
Limited cabin storage
Available cars near you
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92 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2018 MINI Hardtop base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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4/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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3/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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4/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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5/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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4/5
- Overall side crash rating
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4/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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3/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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3/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
11.1%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2018 MINI Hardtop?
The 2018 MINI Hardtop is available in 4 trim levels:
- Cooper (2 styles)
- Cooper S (2 styles)
- John Cooper Works (1 style)
- Oxford Edition (1 style)
What is the MPG of the 2018 MINI Hardtop?
The 2018 MINI Hardtop offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2018 MINI Hardtop?
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Is the 2018 MINI Hardtop reliable?
The 2018 MINI Hardtop has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 MINI Hardtop owners.
Is the 2018 MINI Hardtop a good Hatchback?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 MINI Hardtop. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.5
- Interior: 5.0
- Performance: 4.5
- Value: 4.5
- Exterior: 4.8
- Reliability: 5.0
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