Does the Mini Cooper automobile require higher octane gasoline?
All models of the Mini Cooper specify premium gas, including the base, supercharged, and turbocharged models. However, they tend to get relatively good mileage on the premium sauce. According to Consumer Reports, mileage and fuel requirements for the 3 models tested are shown below: http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/models/new/mini/cooper/ratings-and-specs.htm Mini Cooper Hatchback S hatchback S 4-cyl MT Mini Cooper Convertible S convertible S 4-cyl MT Mini Cooper Clubman wagon Clubman 4-cyl CR’s overall mileage, mpg 30 25 29 CR’s city/highway, mpg 22 / 38 19 / 32 21 / 37 CR’s 150-mile trip, mpg 36 28 35 Annual fuel 495 gal. / $2,085 605 gal.