2003 MINICooper

Minicompact Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · 1.6 L 4-cyl

25MPGcombined

22city

29highway

A year of fuel$3,300

CO₂ from the tailpipe355.5 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 560 MINI cars

Combined MPG 25 MPGbest 33 · avg 28

Annual fuel cost $3,300best $700 · avg $2,894

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2003 MINI Cooper is a gasoline car with front-wheel drive, a 1.6 L 4-cyl engine and an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios. It is classified as a Minicompact Car. Its official fuel economy is 22 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, with a combined rating of 25 MPG. The EPA annual fuel cost is $3300, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 355.48 g per mile. These figures let buyers compare the Cooper's listed city, highway and combined fuel economy alongside its annual fuel cost and emissions. The model year and engine and transmission details identify the specific configuration covered here. For shoppers weighing fuel use, the combined figure sits between the city and highway ratings, while the annual cost provides a separate running-cost measure.

Who it is for

It may suit buyers considering a front-wheel-drive gasoline car with a Minicompact Cars classification. Its city and highway MPG figures can help shoppers compare fuel use across driving settings.

What is good

29 MPG highway
25 MPG combined
Front-wheel drive
Automatic transmission with variable gear ratios

What to know first

22 MPG city
Annual fuel cost: $3300
Tailpipe CO2: 355.48 g per mile

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2003 MINI Cooper: the full review

The 2003 MINI Cooper has a 1.6 L 4-cyl engine and an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios. Its official combined fuel economy is 25 MPG, with an EPA annual fuel cost of $3300.

Overview

The 2003 MINI Cooper is a gasoline-powered minicompact car with front-wheel drive and a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine. Its automatic transmission is listed as having variable gear ratios. EPA fuel economy is 22 mpg in city driving, 29 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg combined.

The EPA lists annual fuel costs of $3,300 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions of 355.48 grams per mile. These figures provide a basis for comparing its official fuel economy and emissions with other cars. Browse the MINI cars lineup for more models from the maker.

Key features

Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder.
Transmission: Automatic with variable gear ratios.
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive.
Body and class: Car, classified by the EPA as a minicompact car.
Fuel: Gasoline.

Platforms

EPA fuel economy is 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined. The combined figure offers a single measure for comparing the car with vehicles rated on the same basis, while the city and highway figures show the separate official estimates. The EPA annual fuel cost is $3,300. That estimate can help frame a running-cost comparison, but actual fuel spending depends on use and fuel prices.

Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 355.48 grams per mile. This is the vehicle's stated tailpipe emissions figure, separate from the fuel economy ratings.

Who it's for

The 2003 Cooper may suit a buyer seeking a gasoline-powered minicompact with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its official ratings are especially relevant to shoppers weighing city versus highway economy or budgeting around the EPA's $3,300 annual fuel-cost estimate. Buyers focused on lower tailpipe emissions should also account for its listed 355.48 grams per mile.

Pros and cons

Pros: The EPA provides distinct city and highway ratings as well as a combined figure, making fuel-economy comparisons more specific. The transmission and drivetrain are clearly identified.
Cons: The official combined rating is 25 mpg, and the EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $3,300. Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 355.48 grams per mile.

Alternatives

For newer MINI options, compare the 2027 MINI Cooper C 2 Door, 2027 MINI Cooper C 4 Door and 2027 MINI Cooper C Convertible. Other Cooper variants include the 2027 MINI Cooper S 4 Door and 2027 MINI Cooper S Convertible.

Shoppers considering a different MINI body style can also compare the 2027 MINI Countryman S All4, 2027 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 (18 inch Wheels) and 2027 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 (19 inch Wheels).

Verdict

The 2003 MINI Cooper's defining ownership figures here are 25 mpg combined, a $3,300 EPA annual fuel-cost estimate and 355.48 grams of tailpipe CO2 per mile. Its 1.6-liter four-cylinder, front-wheel-drive layout and automatic transmission with variable gear ratios round out the available specifications. These official figures give buyers a focused starting point for comparing fuel use and running costs.