MINI Cooper 1.5 Cooper vs Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost 95: real MPG, tax and cost per mile
Side-by-side UK comparison of the MINI Cooper 1.5 Cooper and Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost 95 on the metrics that actually drive ownership cost: real-world efficiency, road tax (VED), insurance group and depreciation outlook.
Comparison table
| MINI Cooper 1.5 Cooper | Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost 95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Body style | hatchback | hatchback |
| Years | 2018–2023 | 2017–2023 |
| Real-world efficiency | 40 mpg | 46 mpg |
| Official efficiency | 49 mpg | 56 mpg |
| CO₂ (g/km) | 130 | 113 |
| Road tax year one | £270 | £220 |
| Road tax standard | £195/yr | £195/yr |
| Insurance group | 18/50 | 9/50 |
| Depreciation | good | good |