2015 MINI John Cooper Works

US · Hatchback · Two Seaters

The 2015 MINI John Cooper Works is listed in the US market as a hatchback with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power: 201 hp (150 kW)
Torque: 221 lb-ft (300 Nm)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined
Seating: 5 seats

Exterior (Front)

Photo: Alexander Migl (CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)

Power Output

201 hp (150 kW)

Peak Torque

221 lb-ft (300 Nm)

Combined Economy

25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual

Capacity

5 seats · 3 doors

Exterior Dimensions

152.6″ L × 68.7″ W × 56.4″ H

Curb Weight

2,943 lbs (1,335 kg)

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement	1.6 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Power	201 hp (150 kW)
Torque	221 lb-ft (300 Nm)
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Performance

Performance
Specification	Value	Source
0–100 km/h	6.6 s
Top speed	149 mph (240 km/h)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	6
Drivetrain	FWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Dimensions

Dimensions
Specification	Value	Source
Length	152.6 in (3,876 mm)
Width	68.7 in (1,744 mm)
Height	56.4 in (1,432 mm)
Wheelbase	98.2 in (2,495 mm)
Ground clearance	4.9 in (125 mm)

Weight

Weight
Specification	Value	Source
Curb weight	2,943 lb (1,335 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
Highway	30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km)

Capacity

Capacity
Specification	Value	Source
Seats	5
Doors	3

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.

15V628000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper two-door vehicles, 2015-2016 MINI John Cooper Works and MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper four-door vehicles and 2014-2015 BMW i3 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the passenger frontal air bag may not deploy properly in a low speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Remedy: MINI and BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2015. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525 and BMW customer service…
Reported October 7, 2015. View on NHTSA
15V450000: STRUCTURE:BODY
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S Hardtop 2 Door vehicles and 2015 MINI John Cooper Works Hardtop 2 Door vehicles. The affected vehicles do not meet the side impact performance requirements for the rear seat passengers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214,…
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install additional energy absorption material between the rear interior side panels and the exterior vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact MINI…
Reported July 17, 2015. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 6, 2026

Data verified: November 6, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

2016 MINI John Cooper Works
Hatchback, Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · 201 hp (150 kW) · FWD
27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
2014 MINI John Cooper Works
Hatchback, Gasoline
1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · 201 hp (150 kW) · FWD
29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works have?

Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works have?

201 hp (150 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works?

Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

How many seats does the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works have?

5 seats.

How long is the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works?

152.6 in (3,876 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.