How much is a 2026 MINI CooperPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2026 MINI CooperPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €45,300, based on 4 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2026 MINI Cooper depreciate per year?

A MINI Cooper loses roughly 12.4% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2026 MINI Cooper from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2026 MINI CooperPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2026 MINI CooperPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

MINI Cooper2026

Petrol · 1.5L

€45,300ROI listing median

25 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€45k – €47k

middle 50% of listings

Listings

ROI active now

Updated just now · ROI · Low confidence

Listing price range

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

0k km

typical 0k km

Days listed

25d

avg on market · demand 60/100

AI Market Summary

New 2026 Cooper offers fresh warranty, latest emissions tech, and modern infotainment—practical daily driver for Irish commutes.
Pricing up 13.5% year-on-year; at €45k–€47k, competitive against new Fiesta/Polo but verify dealer incentives before committing.
Timing chain tensioner rattle on cold start and fuel pump issues documented on this generation—request full dealer service history and cold-start inspection.
Before purchase, demand independent pre-delivery inspection (PDI) report from dealer; listen for engine rattle on first cold start, test electronic parking brake fully.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

154 bhp

156 PS

Torque

230 Nm

170 lb·ft

0–62 mph

140 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

211L

731L folded

Seats

3 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

47.9 mpg

5.9 L/100km

CO₂

111 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

44L

Dimensions

Length

3.88m

3876 mm

Width

1.74m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.50m

Kerb weight

1,260 kg

1,610 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★☆

Adult 79% · Child 73%

Insurance

Group 21E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

MINI Cooper 2026

Reliability

3/5

The 2026 MINI Cooper petrol maintains the brand's fun-to-drive character but carries a mixed reliability record typical of modern MINIs. Owners should expect higher-than-average servicing costs and potential electrical gremlins, though the petrol engine itself is reasonably robust. Running costs and repair expenses make ownership more expensive than comparable hatches; value for money is modest.

Known issues

Timing chain tensioner wear causing rattle on cold start and potential chain stretch (affects F56 generation and carry-over issues)
Electronic parking brake malfunction and sticking issues requiring module replacement
High-pressure fuel pump failure on direct injection engines, causing difficult cold starts and rough idling
Water ingress into door seals and window channels leading to electrical short circuits and window motor failure
Transmission mount deterioration causing excessive vibration and clunking from engine bay
Turbocharger issues on Cooper S models including bearing wear and loss of boost pressure