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 €48,950, based on 5 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2026 MINI Cooper depreciate per year?

A MINI Cooper loses roughly 12.5% 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

€45,300ROI listing median

20 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€45k – €49k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 1h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€45,300

private sale ~€40,625 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€31,465 – €38,208

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

0k km

typical 0k km

Days listed

20d

avg on market · demand 61/100

AI Market Summary

Brand-new stock with zero mileage; expect full manufacturer warranty and latest emissions tech — strong peace of mind for first owner.
Pricing up sharply year-on-year; compare closely with 2025 models and rival hatches (Fiat 500, Ford Fiesta) to confirm value justifies the premium.
No reliability data yet for 2026 model — early production runs occasionally surface teething issues; request full service history and warranty details at handover.
Inspect documentation: confirm registration date, warranty booklet, and pre-delivery inspection report are complete before collecting; verify no transport damage.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

201 bhp

204 PS

Torque

300 Nm

221 lb·ft

0–62 mph

6.65s

150 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

210L

725L folded

Seats

4 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

45.6 mpg

6.2 L/100km

Fuel tank

44L

Dimensions

Length

3.88m

3876 mm

Width

1.74m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.50m

Kerb weight

1,285 kg

1,735 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Insurance

Group 25E

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