2013 MINI Cooper Roadster (Automatic) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2013 MINI Cooper Roadster gets an EPA-estimated 27/34 MPG (city/highway) and 30 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,550/year fuel cost and 300 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.6 L 4-cyl.
The 2013 MINI Cooper Roadster with the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 27 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway, for a combined 30 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Two Seaters |
| MPG — city | 27 |
| MPG — highway | 34 |
| MPG — combined | 30 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,550 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 300 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 8/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 30 MPG, the 2013 MINI Cooper Roadster sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is about 49% better than the typical Two Seaters of its era (20 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,550 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2013 MINI Cooper Roadster. Over five years that is roughly $12,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2013 MINI Cooper Roadster emits approximately 300 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 8 out of 10. 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.