2021 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door Review

The 2021 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door is a small vehicle that’s big on vigor, style, and features. If you’re looking for a new ride near Annapolis, Highland Beach, or Hillsmere Shores, MD, this subcompact car could work for you.

To help you decide, though, we’ve created this 2021 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door review. Continue reading to learn about this automobile’s performance, cabin design, and state-of-the-art technology. After that, you can contact MINI of Annapolis to view this model in person.

2021 Hardtop 2 Door Performance Specs

Under the hood of the 2021 MINI Cooper Hardtop 2 Door is a 134-horsepower 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine. This motor is great for relaxing cruises around the city. If you crave more power for highway traveling, there’s the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that churns out 189 horsepower.

Both engines can be mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. With a firm suspension, you get a more enthusiastic kind of ride. Automatic and dual-clutch automated manual transmissions are available, as well, allowing you to enjoy the feel of a manual, while having the ease of an automatic.

While the Hardtop 2 Door offers plenty of power, it’s also quite efficient. When equipped with the 3-cylinder engine and 6-speed manual transmission, you’re looking at an EPA-estimated 38 combined MPG. As a result, you can get to your destination without needing to look for a gas station on the way there.

Interior Design & Amenities

When you step inside the 2021 Hardtop 2 Door, you’ll find a leather-wrapped steering wheel and optional leather seats. Chesterfield and Cross Punch leather feel soft to the touch and are available in colors, like:

• Carbon Black
• Malt Brown
• Satellite Grey

Heated front seats come standard, so you’ll quickly warm up on cold mornings. There’s also plenty of cargo room for, let’s say, a trip to the mountains.

If you’re heading on vacation with just one person, you can fold down the entire back row to maximize storage space. Fun fact: With the rear seats down, you can fit up to 12 carry-on suitcases inside the Hardtop 2 Door—that should be more than enough for a couple weeks away with a friend or loved one.

Infotainment & Driver-Assisting Technology

If you’re big into technology, you may love the features found inside the MINI Hardtop 2 Door.

Nestled inside the circular MINI center console is a 6.5-inch display screen, where you can view all your media options. Upgrade to a higher trim level, and that screen expands to 8.8 inches for easier viewing.

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio is available and provides over 100 music, news, sports, and comedy stations to listen to. If you’d rather listen to your music library or podcasts, you can utilize the available Apple CarPlay™, so you don’t have to mess with your phone while driving.

Then, there are several technology features to help keep you safe. The standard Active Driving Assistant comes with:

• Forward Collision Warning
• Automatic Emergency Braking

Both features help prevent accidents from occurring. Plus, Adaptive Cruise Control and Automatic High-Beam Headlights are available for even more peace of mind.