How much is a 2021 Mini CooperElectric worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Mini CooperElectric on the Irish used-car market is around €18,900, based on 4 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Mini Cooper depreciate per year?

A Mini Cooper loses roughly 9.4% 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 2021 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 2021 Mini CooperElectric?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 Mini CooperElectric using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Mini Cooper2021

Electric

€18,900ROI listing median

24 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€15k – €19k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 10h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€18,900

private sale ~€15,649 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€10,497 – €12,746

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

61k km

typical 45k km

Days listed

24d

avg on market · demand 50/100

AI Market Summary

Excellent running costs and zero-emission driving in city; low maintenance versus petrol, but charger failures are a known headache.
Fairly priced against rivals, but inspect 12V battery health closely — it's a design flaw that drains when parked and causes start-up failures.
Onboard charger failures common; replacement costs €1,500–€2,500 and leaves you unable to charge at home — ask for service history proof of repairs.
Request full diagnostic report on battery capacity loss (5–8% typical in first two years); software updates help but degradation is real, not cosmetic wear.
Before purchase, insist on a live charge test at home and verify the 12V auxiliary battery has been replaced or recently serviced under warranty.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Spec data not yet available for this electric variant.

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Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mini Cooper 2021

Reliability

3/5

The 2021 Mini Cooper SE is a competent city car with a proven electric powertrain, but early examples show mixed reliability due to software glitches, charging system inconsistencies, and some battery management issues. Running costs are low, but repair costs can be high due to Mini dealer pricing and the complexity of EV systems. Good value for urban commuters with regular access to charging.

Known issues

Onboard charger (OBC) failures causing inability to charge at home; requires full unit replacement (€1,500–€2,500)
12V auxiliary battery degradation leading to start-up failures and loss of infotainment; design flaw means it drains when parked
Battery capacity loss of 5–8% within first 2 years; BMW/Mini battery management software updates have helped but degradation persists
Infotainment/MINI Connected touchscreen freezing, map errors, and Bluetooth connectivity dropouts requiring software reflash
Door latch actuators sticking (both driver and passenger sides) causing difficulty opening doors in cold weather
High-voltage battery thermal management issues in very cold climates; reduced range in winter (up to 30%) and rare instances of thermal shutdown

Good for

Urban and city driving with excellent manoeuvrability and tight parking capabilities
Low running costs: no oil changes, minimal brake wear due to regenerative braking, and cheap electricity vs. fuel
Fun, responsive electric motor with adequate 135 kW (181 hp) output for city speeds and moderate acceleration
Low tax and London/Dublin congestion exemptions where applicable; zero tailpipe emissions and green credentials

Years to avoid: 2020, 2021

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