Used 2019 MINI Cooper for Sale nearChicago, IL

How much does the 2019 MINI Cooper cost?

Prices have softened 6.89% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 461 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2019 MINI Cooper a good car?

Yes — the 2019 MINI Cooper earns a 4.6/5 user rating and a 6.3/10 expert rating. The model scores 7/10 across Look and feel and Form and function.

Owners consistently praise the fun driving experience, stylish design, and sporty performance. The car’s unique personality also comes through strongly, which is a big part of its appeal if you want something that feels distinctive rather than generic.

The trade-offs are clear: advanced safety features are not standard, the technology can be unintuitive, and value for money is a weak point. It fits you best if you care more about character and driving enjoyment than maximum practicality.

38.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there is still some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2019 MINI Cooper reliable?

Owners rate it 4.6/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners also describe it as dependable in the sense that it delivers the fun, distinctive experience they expect, with many saying they would count on its sporty personality over the long haul. The expert review reinforces that this is a car for buyers who value a small, quick, smile-inducing driving experience.

The ownership risk for used buyers is less about outright durability than about whether you can live with its compromises over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2019 MINI Cooper?

At 64.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a careful inspection of bodywork, panel alignment, and signs of prior repair. Because this model’s appeal depends so much on feel and condition, you should also pay close attention to how the cabin electronics, controls, and safety equipment function in real use.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The available John Cooper Works trim is the performance-focused choice, while the base car is described as less compelling if you want the MINI’s personality with more edge.
• Powertrain: The John Cooper Works version uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine with 228 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque, and it is tuned for stronger acceleration and sharper handling.
• Safety package: Active Driving Assistant includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, and a speed-limit information system. Adaptive cruise control is available with the Driver Assistance Package, which also adds Parking Assistant and front parking sensors.
• Infotainment: The top-level system uses an 8.8-inch display, navigation, MINI Connected Services, wireless charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay, but Android Auto is not available.
• Fuel efficiency: The performance-focused John Cooper Works setup reaches 60 mph in 5.9 seconds with the automatic transmission and 6.1 seconds with the manual.

Which 2019 MINI Cooper trim should I buy?

The 2019 MINI Cooper is offered in 1 trim level: John Cooper Works.

Here's the short version:

The John Cooper Works: is the one to buy if you want the MINI at its most energetic, with the strongest power, the best handling, and the loudest exhaust note. It suits you best if driving enjoyment matters more than comfort or value, and the expert review makes clear that this is the version that most fully delivers the car’s playful character.

The safety package is limited, and advanced driver-assistance features are not standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2019 MINI Cooper?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough inventory to shop carefully and enough price softness to create opportunities.

• Deal availability: 38.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 461 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.89% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $15,535, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2019 MINI Cooper's resale value?

The current average of $15,721 sits slightly below last year's $16,884.

That softer pricing suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a better entry point today. For a future seller, that also means resale value may depend heavily on condition, mileage, and how well the car has been maintained.

Because this model appeals to buyers who want style and fun more than pure practicality, well-kept examples should continue to attract interest. Cars with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.6/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2019 MINI Cooper safe?

The MINI Cooper was a Top Safety Pick in 2018, although it lost that rating when the IIHS updated its requirements for the claim in 2019. It earns a four-star overall rating from NHTSA, in part due to a three-star rating for rear seat occupant protection in a side-impact collision.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The standard safety suite includes eight airbags, a reversing camera, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, and a speed-limit information system through Active Driving Assistant. Adaptive cruise control is available with the Driver Assistance Package, which also adds Parking Assistant and front parking sensors.

A blind-spot-monitoring system is not offered, and lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and lane-centering assist are also missing.

Should I buy a 2019 MINI Cooper or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2019 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2019 if:

• 38.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.89% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.6/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2019 stands out for its lively character, but its advanced safety features are not standard and its technology is unintuitive.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $18,710, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $15,721 average.
• It adds a new electric powertrain option.

The bottom line: If you want the lower entry price and the classic MINI personality, the 2019 is the better value-focused pick. If you want more flexibility and are willing to pay more, the 2020 is the better alternative.

How does the 2019 MINI Cooper compare to the 2019 Honda Civic?

Our experts score the 2019 MINI Cooper 6.3/10 and the 2019 Honda Civic 7.8/10. The MINI is the more characterful choice, with stronger personality and a more playful driving feel, while the Civic is the more practical and broadly appealing option. You also get more inventory and a lower average used price with the MINI, but the Civic offers a stronger overall expert score and better everyday usefulness.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.