2004 MINI Cooper (Automatic) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2004 MINI Cooper gets an EPA-estimated 22/29 MPG (city/highway) and 25 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,050/year fuel cost and 355.48 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.6 L 4-cyl.
The 2004 MINI Cooper with the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 22 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, for a combined 25 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Minicompact Cars |
| MPG — city | 22 |
| MPG — highway | 29 |
| MPG — combined | 25 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,050 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 355.48 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 25 MPG, the 2004 MINI Cooper sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about 14% better than the typical Minicompact Cars of its era (22 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,050 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2004 MINI Cooper. Over five years that is roughly $15,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2004 MINI Cooper emits approximately 355.48 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.