How much is a 2018 Mini CooperDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Mini CooperDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €16,900, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Mini Cooper depreciate per year?

A Mini Cooper loses roughly 13.3% 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 2018 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 2018 Mini CooperDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Mini CooperDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Mini Cooper2018

Diesel · 2.0L

€15,850ROI listing median

17 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€16k – €17k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 12h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€16,900

private sale ~€13,993 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€11,463 – €13,919

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

130k km

typical 121k km

Days listed

17d

avg on market · demand 89/100

AI Market Summary

Nippy urban performer with strong handling; tight dimensions ideal for cramped Irish streets and tight parking spaces.
Fairly priced at median €14,995 — market demand solid (+19% year-on-year), so no bargains; expect quick sales if listed competitively.
Diesel engines prone to DPF blockages on short urban runs (common problem here); turbo bearing wear and injector deposits typical. Budget for potential repairs.
Pre-purchase: have a diesel specialist run a full diagnostic on turbo boost pressure and DPF status — blockages costly to clear or replace.

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

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

168 bhp

170 PS

Torque

360 Nm

265 lb·ft

0–62 mph

7.2s

140 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

245L

836L folded

Seats

4 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

70.6 mpg

4.95 L/100km

Urban

61.4 mpg

Extra urban

78.5 mpg

NOx

51 mg/km

Import levy: €365

Fuel tank

44L

Dimensions

Length

3.85m

3850 mm

Width

1.73m

Height

1.41m

Wheelbase

2.50m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★☆

Adult 79% · Child 73%

Insurance

Group 23E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mini Cooper 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Mini Cooper diesel is a capable, fun-to-drive city car with decent fuel economy, but diesel variants suffer from more complex engine management and higher repair costs than petrol equivalents. Ownership is feasible if serviced regularly, but DPF issues and turbo problems are not uncommon. Parts and labour costs run higher than the petrol version due to diesel-specific systems.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration faults, especially on vehicles with short urban driving patterns
Turbocharger bearing wear and premature failure, typically manifesting as loss of power or oil leaks
Fuel injector deposits and inconsistent cold starting, particularly in winter months
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve sticking, causing rough idle and increased emissions
Gearbox judder on low-speed manoeuvres in manual transmissions; automatic transmissions can suffer delayed engagement
Electrical gremlins affecting the infotainment system and dashboard warning lights (often false positives)

Good for

Excellent fuel economy (45–55 mpg real-world if well maintained) and low tax band for diesel
Nimble, fun handling and compact dimensions ideal for tight urban parking
Strong aftermarket support and parts availability, though diesel-specific components are pricier
Reasonable resale value if maintenance history is complete

Years to avoid: 2018, 2019

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Brakes2018

Brake fluid may not meet specification, affecting brake performance in certain conditions

Remedy: Brake fluid system flush and refill with correct specification fluid

llm-1775946294753

Fuel System2018

Fuel pump module may fail or cause fuel leakage due to manufacturing defect

Remedy: Fuel pump module replacement

R/2018/063

Engine2017

Engine control software may cause stalling or loss of power in certain driving conditions

Remedy: Software update and diagnostic check

R/2017/127

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

by value score

182 MINI COOPER D/COUNTRYMAN 2.0D ALL4 AUTO

€15,850

+7% vs expected price

172k km · manual · 1d

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