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Mini Hatch (F55, facelift 2021) 5-door Cooper 1.5 (136 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mini Hatch:
The Mini is a supermini car which has been made since July 2001. Colloquially known as the New Mini, all four generations have been produced as three-door hatchbacks and two-door convertibles, with a five-door hatchback body style added from the third generation. Introduced following the acquisition of the Mini marque by German carmaker BMW, it is a family of retro-styled cars with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The range has been marketed under various names, such as the Mini Cooper, Mini Hatch, Mini Hardtop, Mini One, and Mini John Cooper Works....(Read more on Wikipedia)
(F55, facelift 2021) 5-door Overview:
Mini Hatch ((F55, facelift 2021) 5-door). With 220 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7 l/100km). Weighing only 1200 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.4 s). The top speed reaches 207 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Cooper 1.5 (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a spirited and enjoyable driving experience with decent power, especially when paired with the engaging manual transmission.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, though marginally less efficient than its automatic counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic, stylish design with extensive customization options
- • Engaging 'go-kart' handling and precise steering
- • High-quality interior materials and build
- • Efficient engine lineup, especially the Cooper 1.5 and One trims
- • Practicality of 5-door configuration over 3-door
Cons:
- • Firm ride can be uncomfortable on rough roads
- • Limited rear passenger space, especially for adults
- • Small boot capacity compared to rivals
- • Premium pricing and expensive options
- • Some rivals offer more advanced safety tech as standard
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation((F56) 3-door: March, 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mini |
| Model: | Hatch |
| Generation: | (F55, facelift 2021) 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | Cooper 1.5 (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2021 |
| End of production: | February, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 4500-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 90.7 Hp/l [202mm more] |
| Torque: | 220 Nm @ 1500-4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | B38A15F More details about the engine B38A15F |
| Engine displacement: | 1499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-power turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.75 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 94.6 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9-7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.3-4.5 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.5-6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 6.9-7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 4.3-4.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 5.3-5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3-5.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 207 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 183.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1200 |
| Max. weight: | 1715 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 515 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 941 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 278 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4023 mm [202mm more] |
| Width: | 1727 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1425 mm [11mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2567 mm [72mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1932 mm |
| Front track: | 1501 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1501 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 143 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer, Trailing arm |
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