How much is a 2021 Mini HatchbackPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Mini HatchbackPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €22,250, based on 13 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Mini Hatchback depreciate per year?

A Mini Hatchback loses roughly 17.0% 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 Hatchback 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 HatchbackPetrol?

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

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Market Intelligence

Mini Hatchback2021

Petrol

23 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

There are 8 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 10h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Listing price range

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

76k km

typical 72k km

Days listed

23d

avg on market · demand 80/100

AI Market Summary

Iconic styling and fun handling appeal strongly to Irish buyers; excellent city car manoeuvrability and satisfying turbocharged performance.
Priced fairly at median €22,250; market is stable with modest year-on-year growth, suggesting balanced supply and demand for this generation.
Timing chain tensioner weakness affects early 2021 petrol models—listen for cold-start rattle and budget €1,500–€2,500 if repair needed before NCT.
Inspect panoramic roof drainage channels and interior trim for water stains or electrical gremlins; common fault causing costly cabin rewiring.
Turbocharger diverter valve failures reported; check boost responsiveness during test drive and clarify warranty coverage on engine components.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

134 bhp

136 PS

Torque

220 Nm

162 lb·ft

0–62 mph

8.4s

129 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

278L

941L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

52.3 mpg

5.5 L/100km

Urban

41.5 mpg

Extra urban

62.8 mpg

CO₂

122 g/km

EURO 6

NOx

9 mg/km

Import levy: €45

Fuel tank

40L

Dimensions

Length

3.98m

3982 mm

Width

1.73m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.57m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★☆

Adult 79% · Child 73%

Insurance

Group 20E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Mini Hatchback 2021

Reliability

3/5

The 2021 Mini petrol hatchback offers fun-to-drive character and reasonable efficiency, but suffers from elevated warranty claims for electrical gremlins, turbo reliability concerns, and expensive parts sourcing through BMW. Ownership can be rewarding for enthusiasts willing to pay premium servicing costs and tolerate occasional electrical niggles.

Known issues

Timing chain rattle on cold start, particularly in early 2021 models—caused by weak tensioner design; repair requires partial engine strip
Turbocharger diverter valve failure leading to loss of boost pressure and rough idle; replacement parts are proprietary and costly
Panoramic roof drainage blockage causing interior water ingress and electrical short circuits in the cabin
Direct injection carbon build-up on F56/F57 petrol engines (poor quality fuel accelerates this), resulting in rough running and hesitation around 2,000–3,500 RPM
Electric power steering fluid leak at steering column seal, causing grinding noise and increased steering effort
Infotainment touchscreen freezing and Bluetooth connectivity dropouts; software updates often required but not always effective

Good for

Compact urban agility and tight parking manoeuvres with excellent visibility
Engaging 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with adequate performance for daily commuting
Strong residual values in UK/Irish used market due to Mini brand desirability
Good real-world fuel economy (45–50 MPG combined) when driven smoothly on petrol

Years to avoid: 2021

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Brakes2021

Brake fluid may contain water/moisture due to inadequate sealing in brake servo, affecting brake performance

Remedy: Brake system flush and refill; replacement of affected brake servo unit

21V015000

Fuel System2020

Defective fuel pressure regulator may cause fuel leakage or engine stalling

Remedy: Replacement of fuel pressure regulator

20V480000

Engine2019

Timing chain tensioner inadequate preload may cause premature wear or chain breakage

Remedy: Replace timing chain tensioner and components; engine software update

19V556000

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

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