I was driving 45 MPH on a local highway, the electric door locks very rapidly switched between locked and unlocked and the passenger door popped OPEN while driving. I had to cautiously pull over to a parking lot to close the passenger door. The dashboard indicated the door was in the open position! I alerted the dealer, who indicated he would contact MINI and he did not follow up. I took the vehicle to MINI dealer to document the incident. They of course could not reproduce this on test drive and told me it was 'all clear'. Key fob history tells me there is a long history of electrical issues with the vehicle ( I bought second hand - not knowing of issues).
The worst 2022 MINI Cooper S problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 MINI Cooper S 18
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- During inspection and/or diagnosis there is noticeable dirt/grease buildup on the axles near the inner...
- MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years
- ?BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop: REPLACE CHARGE AIR LINE.
- ?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing.
- Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- Oscillations in the electric drive can occur
- The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator lighting has failed.
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
- Lights.
- Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep.
2022 MINI Cooper S fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 23-25 | 33-35 | 26-29 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | AWD | 23 | 32 | 26 |
What 2022 MINI Cooper S owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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Questions about the 2022 MINI Cooper S
Is the 2022 MINI Cooper S reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2022 MINI Cooper S, fewer than a typical Cooper S model year.
What is the 2022 MINI Cooper S year score?
The 2022 MINI Cooper S scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the MINI Cooper S: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 MINI Cooper S?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2022 MINI Cooper S have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the MINI Cooper S have the most electrical problems?
The MINI Cooper S model years with the most electrical complaints are 2005 (23 complaints), 2006 (23 complaints) and 2004 (19 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2022 MINI Cooper S get?
Official estimates for the 2022 MINI Cooper S range from 26 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 23-25 city and 33-35 highway.
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