2015 MINI John Cooper Works
US · Two Seaters
The 2015 MINI John Cooper Works is listed in the US market 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
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 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 6 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- John Cooper Works Convertible · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- John Cooper Works Convertible · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed manual
- John Cooper Works Coupe · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- John Cooper Works Coupe · 1.6L · FWD · 6-speed manual
- John Cooper Works Hardtop · 2.0L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- John Cooper Works Hardtop · 2.0L · FWD · 6-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 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 October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 13, 2026
Data verified: October 13, 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
Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) - 2014 MINI John Cooper Works
Gasoline
1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · 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.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works?
Combined fuel economy is 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 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.
Are there recalls for the 2015 MINI John Cooper Works?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.