2020 Mini Hardtop 4 Door

2020 Mini Cooper Hardtop 4 Door is available in only two configurations. The base Cooper has been placed as a strategic entry point into the Mini lineup. This trim is more reasonably priced but it offers a three-cylinder engine. The Cooper S trim boasts of its performance ability with its larger 2.0-liter engine. Either way, Mini gives you the option to choose between various colors, adjustable interiors, and driver-assist functions.

Trim	Hardtop 4 Door Cooper Base	Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S
MSRP	$22,900	$26,900
Key Features	Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature	All features of 4 Door Cooper plus
	Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers	Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
	Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo	Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
	Fully Automatic Aero-Composite	Fully Automatic Aero-Composite
	Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off	Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
	Radio: AM/FM Stereo	Front Fog Lamps
	Audio Theft Deterrent	Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Sports Leather Steering Wheel
	Satellite Radio Preparation	Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, and Illuminated Entry
	Proximity Key for Push Button Start Only

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We suggest you opt for the Cooper S trim as the extra horses will bring a smile on your face and satisfy the enthusiast in you. 

The base trim, with a 3-cylinder engine, is rated at 28 mpg in city and 37 on the highway, bringing the combined efficiency to an impressive 32 mpg.

Model	Hardtop 4 Door Cooper	Fiat 500L Pop	Mazda MX-5 Miata	Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)
MPG (city)	28	22	26	29
MPG (highway)	37	30	35	38
MPG (combined)	32	26	29	33

The Fiat is the least efficient of this bunch, only managing an average figure of only 26 mpg. The Honda Civic is the best performer in this comparison, it scores 33 mpg (combined).

The front seats are comfortable and well-cushioned, but the back seats are tight, especially in convertible and two-door Minis. Taller occupants can comfortably fit in the back of four-door models for short trips. The short doors make it easy to enter or exit the front of this car, but it's trickier to get into the back.-Cars.USnews

Seating and Comfort

Mini Hardtop Cooper can easily accommodate 5 average-sized passengers but it is better suited for 4 people. There's a generous amount of cushioning and is contoured well enough for longer rides. The front seats have plenty of legroom and headroom which makes the driver comfortable while riding the vehicle, but the rear seats are a little cramped.

Model	Hardtop 4 Door Cooper	Fiat 500L Pop	Mazda MX-5 Miata	Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)
Passenger capacity	5	5	2	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	39.9/51.2/41.4	40.7/57.3/40	37.4/52.2/43.1	39.3/57.0/42.3
Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	37.5/49.6/32.3	38.7/54.6/36.7	NA	37.4/55.0/36.0

The cars in this segment usually offer a good amount of space for the front passengers, although the rear passengers have to compromise a little, especially for the legroom. The Fiat 500l and the Civic have a little more space than the competition.

Infotainment

The 4-door Cooper S is equipped with quite a number of basic infotainment features that serves the passengers with a very user-friendly 6.5-inch display with a smartphone and Bluetooth integration, parking assistant among others.

The display and the buttons are housed in a round panel in the center of the dashboard. The system is inspired by BMW's iDrive infotainment system. Mini Cooper offers 2 screen sizes for the display: 6.5 (standard) or 8.8 (optional). The infotainment system can be controlled by a knob behind the shifter.

Cargo Capacity

By adding 4 doors and stretching the wheelbase, Mini has tried to improve its practicality. No, it hasn't made the rear cargo space generous. But with its split-folding rear seats, it manages to offer 40.7 cubic feet of trunk space.

Model	Hardtop 4 Door Cooper	Fiat 500L Pop	Mazda MX-5 Miata	Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)
Cargo Volume rear seat up (ft.3)	13.1	22.4	4.6	25.7
Cargo Volume rear seat folded (ft.3)	40.7	68.0	N/A	46.2

With 68 cubic feet of storage capacity, Fiat 500L offers the maximum cargo space in this segment. Honda Civic Hatchback follows the Fiat 500 while the Mini scores the last position.

Even after all these years, the Mini still looks great; it's a superb example of a design team successfully rising to the challenge of properly updating an automotive icon (the original Mini). We like the car's low and wide stance, which helps with the handling.-KelleyBlueBook

Design and Dimensions

The Mini Cooper is renowned for its styling. The design was iconic back when it was introduced. Even after so 6 decades, the current generation uses a similar design. The Cooper hatchback looks quite good with its long nose. Apart from that, the taillights have been given a square design, while other specifics of Mini remains the same: oval lights on the front fenders, upright windshield, and an oblong grille.

Dimensionally, the Mini is a compact car. Often the figures are on the lowest side. Essentially it makes way for a cabin that is more suited to front passengers only. If you are looking for more space then the Honda Civic has the biggest dimensions in this segment.

The dimensions of the Mini are quite compact and weaving to and fro is quite easy even in heavy traffic. The ground clearance is good for this segment, and the car can navigate through some pretty bumpy roads as well.

Model	Hardtop 4 Door Cooper	Fiat 500L Pop	Mazda MX-5 Miata	Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)
Curb weight (lbs.)	2,750	3,254	2381	2,822
Length(in)	157.4	167.3	154.1	177.9
Width(in)	68.0	69.8	68.3	70.8
Height(in)	56.1	65.7	48.6	56.5
Ground clearance (in)	5.7	4.7	4.9	5.1
Wheelbase (in)	101.1	102.8	90.9	106.3
Track width (in) F/R	59.1/59.1	59.1/59.4	58.9/59.2	60.9/61.5

Even in 4-door guise, its handling remains sharp and Nimble just like Honda Civic Hatchback. However, you may notice a bit snaggy performance while driving the Fiat 500L because of its enormous size especially while taking sharp turns and driving on unfriendly terrains.

 

The Mini Cooper is solidly built and comes with a bunch of safety features such as

• ABS and Driveline Traction Control
• Driver and Passenger Knee Airbag
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Dual Stage Driver and Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Mini Cooper 4 door hardtop vs Fiat 500L

Fiat 500L, even with its small posture of being a Hatchback, offers large and spacious cargo space which is more than sufficient for everyday use. Its optional touchscreen interface is not only attractive but also very easy to use. Tall passengers can also fit in and find the car comfortable.

Nonetheless, Fiat 500L is a tad bit slower than many other cars in its class and its touchy brakes can sometimes give you a hard time to bring the vehicle to a smooth stop. The ride quality also deteriorates when the car faces difficult terrains.

Mini Cooper 4 door hardtop vs Honda Civic Hatchback

With its turbocharged engines, Honda Civic offers great fuel economy and relatively high performance. Honda engineers have tuned the suspension to superbly balances both the athletic feel and comfort level. Just like the Mini Hardtop Hatchback, it is available with a galore of tech and safety features. The interiors are built from high-quality materials, and it also has a spacious cabin.

Civic has its share of flaws. Its forward-collision warning system can get on your nerves as it's over-vigilant, and even the touchscreen interface is slow and confusing. Civic isn't suited for spirited driving.

The quality of materials in the dashboard, seats, doors is simply topnotch. Surely, there are a few downsides with the Mini Cooper hatchback. The sport suspension is good for cornering but it seriously hampers the ride quality.

If you are someone who prioritizes ride comfort and utility, then Honda Civic is a much better option for you. Civic is cheaper than Mini, offers better cabin space and still doesn't compromise on performance by much.

The 2020 Mini Cooper comes with the added benefits of a four-door profile. As a result, it offers more utility. But it hasn't strayed away from its roots; performance, engaging handling and distinct looks.