Used 2022 MINI Cooper for SaleNationwide

How much does the 2022 MINI Cooper cost?

Prices have softened 7.03% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 61 listings available, which suggests a modest amount of inventory for you to compare.

Is the 2022 MINI Cooper a good car?

Yes — the 2022 MINI Cooper earns 5/5 from users and 5.17/10 from our experts. The model scores 7/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

It stands out as a premium small car with a distinctly personal character, and its appeal comes from the breadth of choice and personalisation. You can tailor it with a wide variety of colours, materials, wheels, packages, and options, and the refreshed model adds a more modern feel.

The market also shows 24.6% of listings as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 MINI Cooper reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2022 MINI Cooper is built on a BMW platform, uses BMW engines, and features BMW technology, which supports its premium positioning. The expert assessment also points to a car that feels purpose-built for a specific kind of buyer rather than broadly generic.

Its performance notes suggest a car that can be enjoyable when equipped and driven to suit its character, though the overall driving experience is more about personality than outright polish. The cost-effectiveness commentary also makes clear that you pay a premium for the full MINI experience and its customisation potential.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that a highly optioned example can be expensive to keep satisfying if it has been poorly maintained or under-equipped for your needs.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 MINI Cooper?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The refreshed model brings restyled bumpers, a new grille, standard LED headlights, digital instrumentation, and a standard 8.8-inch touchscreen. You should pay close attention to how much equipment is included, because the car’s appeal depends heavily on the options and trim you choose.
• Powertrain: The Cooper uses a turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine, while the Cooper S gets a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder. Both engines can be paired with a six-speed manual or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, and the JCW version uses a tuned engine with an eight-speed automatic.
• Safety package: Driving Assistant is standard and includes forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning. Adaptive cruise control is available only with an automatic transmission, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is not available.
• Infotainment: You get a standard 8.8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, SiriusXM satellite radio, BMW-based connected services, and a digital instrument cluster. Android Auto is not available, while navigation, wireless smartphone charging, and a Harman Kardon premium sound system are available.
• Fuel efficiency: The Cooper S manual was rated at 8.1 L/100 km in combined driving, and the test loop returned 8.7 L/100 km.

Which 2022 MINI Cooper trim should I buy?

The 2022 MINI Cooper is offered in 3 trim levels: Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works.

Here's the short version:

• Cooper: This is the entry point if you want the MINI experience with the standard turbocharged 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine and the refreshed design updates. It suits you best if you care more about personality and customisation than outright pace.
• Cooper S: This is the best-value choice if you want the stronger turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder, quicker acceleration, and the more engaging character that the expert review highlights. It adds the most meaningful performance step up without jumping all the way to JCW territory.
• John Cooper Works: Choose this if you want the most powerful version, with the tuned engine and automatic transmission only. It is the right pick if you want the most enthusiastic MINI driving experience and are willing to pay for it.

Driving Assistant is standard, and adaptive cruise control is available only with an automatic transmission.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 MINI Cooper?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 24.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 61 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.03% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $23,587 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 MINI Cooper's resale value?

The current average of $25,974 CAD sits slightly below last year's $27,938 CAD.

That softer pricing can help you buy in at a more favourable point, but it also means a future seller may need to be realistic about expectations. If the market continues to favour shoppers, resale values may stay under pressure unless your car is especially well equipped or particularly desirable.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 MINI Cooper safe?

The 2022 MINI Cooper earns a 3/10 safety score from our experts.

It gets newly standard Driving Assistant technology for 2022, including forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning. Adaptive cruise control is available with an automatic transmission, and it can bring the car to a full stop.

A blind-spot monitoring system with rear cross-traffic alert is not available, which is worth keeping in mind if you often drive with the roof up or in dense traffic. The expert assessment also notes that neither NHTSA nor IIHS has published crash-test ratings for the latest MINI Convertible.

Should I buy a 2022 MINI Cooper or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 24.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.03% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The refreshed model adds standard digital instrumentation and a more advanced infotainment setup.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $28,134 CAD, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $25,974 CAD average.
• It adds a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours.

The bottom line: If you want the better-value buy, the 2022 is the smarter starting point because pricing has eased and inventory is available. If you care more about the newer-year extras and are willing to pay more, the 2023 is the alternative to consider.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.