2004
MINI Cooper S

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Based on the 2004 MINI Cooper S base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
4/5

Factory warranties

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

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Consumer reviews

90% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
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Comfort 4.1
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.8
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.2

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  • By Joesy & the pussy cats from Saugus ma
    Owns this car
    April 6, 2021

    Best fun car ever

    Bought mine 4 years ago 128k miles now 150k fun reliable no major repairs expensive tires Not to good on snow fast 90 miles Get’s you in trouble
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JK1967 from Chicago, IL
    Owns this car
    August 13, 2019

    Great, fun car...like driving a go kart!

    This was our extra car, I mostly drove it on the weekends, but I also loved driving it in city traffic. It has an amazing amount of space for a tall (6' 4") person like me. With its 6 speed manual transmission and supercharger, it was a lot of fun to drive.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By I have a carcaine addiction from Houston, Tx
    Owns this car
    June 22, 2019

    most smiles per Gallon

    I have enjoyed the car very much. great gas mileage with a supercharger, for a daily driver to and from I have enjoyed it very much, It handles like a house fly, which has saved me from a few stick situations on the street. if the handling isnt good enough just hit the brakes( you can't stop faster even if you hit a tree) only issue that I have had is that it is like owning a two seater car, even though there is a back seat. R53 mini cooper's can have there fair share of issues so find one that has had all the maintenance done and it will save you a fair bit of heart ache.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By JEN from Rancho Cucamonga
    Owns this car
    April 5, 2019

    It is a tank

    I bought my mini used, it had 43k miles on it. I want to be fair- I paid a ton in repairs on this car but realized our family mechanic of over 20 years was seriously shady. I went on youtube and found a channel called MODMINI. I started doing repairs myself and found that not only was my mini SUPER EASY to work on, if you buy the parts online it is pretty cheap overall. I am NOT a mechanic but I got my mini purring like a kitten for $122. The mini S is fun to drive, responsive, quick and well balanced- solid body too. I was very surprised to find that it handles great on Missouri ice and snow without chains. Great fuel economy. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW- original power steering pump WILL fail as will rack and pinion, struts/mounts, bushings- and the original coolant reservoir will rupture (I bought one for $54 and it took less than 10 minutes to replace it). It has been in the creek up over the hood TWICE and still running! Know that you are getting into a project with specific issues- but once they are fixed you are good to go. Not really a car for the family- if you want to roll with more than two people know the back seat offers very little leg room- but it is a rally car not a mini van! Pretty comfortable ride cross country- twice. 1st clutch change at 100k miles.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Jimmyd from West Hartford Vermont
    Owns this car
    January 25, 2019

    best car I’ve owned

    Absolutely meets all my needs very fun am actually reliable have never had any major issues just typical maintance I’ve never had a car that was so much fun I would own another one in a heartbeat
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Trishi from Richmond
    Owns this car
    December 28, 2018

    Fun fast great reliable car

    Cars meets my needs reliable,safe, fun, fast such a pretty car exterior and interior lots of fun to drive smiling the whole way in style
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jk6672 from Heber, ca
    Owns this car
    October 19, 2018

    Fun spirited driving

    I got what I was looking for thanks to the listing on cars.com First generation Mini R53 in great shape, but needing some normal maintenance with the mileage it had
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By WSGyra from Western Cranston, R.I.
    Owns this car
    April 22, 2018

    2004 is the most reliable Mini Cooper by research

    I love my ?04? Mini Cooper S. With over 160 horsepower, get up and go is exhilarating, all while accomplishing 25/34 mpg . The Mini devours cornering, like driving a go-cart at high speed. Mini Coopers turn heads with their sleek design. Inside design is like a Picasso painting, save the cup holders and storage compartments. The most appealing interior feature to me is the large centerpiece speedometer/odometer gauge, followed by the center located toggle style switches. Throw in the large front operable double moonroof, I love it! While very roomy for two, entering and exiting for rear passengers can be a bit challenging, however who promotes more than one passenger in a sports car? Turning ratio is great, maximizing power in each gear is easily accomplished at over 4000 rpm. You can easily do 60 in 4th gear with two to spare. After extensive research on my behalf I found the ?04? Mini Cooper to be the most reliable Cooper made. That is why I bought my and love driving my used ?04? Mini Cooper S.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Danglivit from CA
    Used to own this car
    March 20, 2018

    Mini Cooper S (2004) - No compromise

    Really good fun, characterful, the right supercharged noises, well made and still looks great 15 years on. At 120,000 miles a few problems but so you should expect that. If you are looking for a small fast car then a steal when used. Comfort is good in the front, trunk near useless, rear seats only good for luggage.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Fergalicious from Summit, NJ
    Used to own this car
    December 19, 2017

    My favorite

    Very expensive to own. Expensive to fix. But if you're wealthy - worth it. Feels like a little race car. Loved everything about it !!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Smitheb13 from Kailua, Hawaii
    Owns this car
    October 18, 2017

    Rare electric blue MINI with white wheels

    It?s a MINI. In Hawaii. And it?s awesome to drive! Great for small parking spots and twisty roads.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Spinkyy1988 from Dalton,ne
    Used to own this car
    July 11, 2017

    Best car!

    It's a fun sporty car.very easy to drive around both in the city and the country! The supercharged mini is a top notch car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 MINI Cooper S?

The 2004 MINI Cooper S is available in 1 trim level:

  • S (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2004 MINI Cooper S?

The 2004 MINI Cooper S offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2004 MINI Cooper S reliable?

The 2004 MINI Cooper S has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 MINI Cooper S owners.

Is the 2004 MINI Cooper S a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 MINI Cooper S. 90.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.1
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.2
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