| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2013 Mini Hardtop repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)
Other (10%)
Chart based on 60 repairs.
2013 Mini Hardtop engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (15%)
< $100 (65%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2013 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 211hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 15000 mi US $120 |
Water pump was squealing, pulley for water pump had been replaced previously didn't solve problem. Dealer diagnosed faulty water pump and replaced. Turbo exhibited rattle noise on deceleration between 1800-2200 RPM. Noise was considered normal. However dealer suggested reprogramming engine ECU to latest firmware. |
2013 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 208hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 29760 mi C $380 |
Took car for an oil change. Had to replace the alternator belt. Dealership provided old part for inspection. Belt was cracking in multiple places. Also told the front brake pads & rotors need replacing. Will update after repairs completed. |
2013 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 58073 mi US $140 |
Coils and plugs |
2013 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 76000 mi US $50 |
Replaced all four spark plugs and one coil. Replace Reservoir cooling supply hose |
| 76000 mi US $5000 |
Replace engine due to head gasket failure |
| 26400 mi | Low oil pressure warning at low idle. Replaced oil pump |
| 16700 mi | Was in for normal maintenance, mechanics noticed water pump leaking and replaced. |
| 48000 mi | Small coolant leak. Replaced a hose or two I think. |
| 100000 mi US $500 |
Typical thermostat leak. |
| 7700 mi | Electrical system failed in total. Car towed to dealership. Computer and battery replaced. Failure likely caused by not driving enough to charge and maintain battery. |
| 9000 mi | High-pressure fuel pump failed suddenly at 8,500 miles; was replaced under warranty. |
| 33500 mi | Two (2) ignition coil packs failed simultaneously, making car inoperable. Broke down on road; had to be flat-bedded to the dealership. |
| 33000 mi | Two (2) spark plugs were badly fouled due to previous ignition coil pack failures; dealership failed to replace the plugs at the same time as the coil packs. |
2013 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch
121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 68000 mi US $600 |
They replaced the spark plugs (at no cost) and the control modules (paid for). |
| 96000 mi US $4500 |
Lost power - water pump went (under warranty). Heads were damaged (not covered under warranty). |
| 24000 mi | Oil leaking onto engine |
| 39500 mi | Fuel qty sensors failed. Both sensors replaced. |
| 19000 mi | faulty radiator |
| 34000 mi | Car losing power |
2013 Mini Hardtop 2dr Hatch
121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 5066 mi | Replace catalytic converter |
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