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The 2027 MINI Cooper S 4 Door brings a 9.4″ circular OLED display, standard heated front seats, and 201 hp to the premium compact segment. The 2026 BMW 228 Gran Coupe counters with 241 hp, a larger overall footprint, and available xDrive all-wheel drive. This page breaks down the key differences so you can decide which approach fits you best, then browse current inventory at MINI of Grand Rapids.
The 2027 MINI Cooper 4 Door suits drivers who want compact dimensions, distinctive MINI design, a circular OLED interface, and a strong roster of standard comfort features. The 2026 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe suits buyers who prioritize higher engine output, available xDrive all-wheel drive, and the additional performance of the M235 xDrive Gran Coupe.
Both deliver four-door practicality and BMW Group technology, but they take distinctly different approaches to the premium compact-car experience.
| Spec | 2027 MINI Cooper S 4 Door | 2026 BMW 228 Gran Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L MINI TwinPower Turbo 4-Cylinder | 2.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 4-Cylinder |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 241 hp |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-Speed Dual Clutch | 7-Speed Dual Clutch |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| AWD Availability | No | 228 xDrive available |
| 0-60 mph | 6.7 sec | 6.1 sec |
| Cargo, Seats Up | 13.1 cu ft | 12.0 cu ft |
| Length | 158.9 in | 179.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 56.9 in |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
The MINI Cooper S 4 Door specifications are published by MINI USA, while BMW lists the 228 Gran Coupe at 241 hp and the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe at 5.8 seconds from 0-60 mph. BMW’s technical data lists the 2 Series Gran Coupe at 179.2 inches long with 12.0 cubic feet of luggage capacity.
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe holds the output advantage, producing 241 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. BMW lists a 0-60 mph time of 6.1 seconds for the front-wheel-drive 228 Gran Coupe and 5.8 seconds for the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe. The performance-focused BMW M235 xDrive Gran Coupe increases output to 312 hp and reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds.
The MINI Cooper S 4 Door produces 201 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque and reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. The Cooper C 4 Door provides a second engine choice with 161 hp and 184 lb-ft and a 7.9-second 0-60 mph time. Both MINI Cooper 4 Door engine variants use front-wheel drive.
Both cars use turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engines and 7-speed dual-clutch transmissions, but their performance priorities differ. The BMW provides greater straight-line output and offers xDrive all-wheel drive, while the MINI combines a smaller footprint and lower curb weight with the brand’s compact driving character. The MINI Cooper S 4 Door weighs 3,089 lbs, while BMW lists the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe at 3,534 lbs.
MINI Experience Modes provide additional personalization. Go-Kart Mode changes elements of the vehicle’s presentation and driving experience, while other available modes adjust the OLED display, ambient lighting, and cabin atmosphere.
The size difference between these cars is substantial. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe measures 179.2 inches long, while the MINI Cooper 4 Door measures 158.9 inches. That makes the MINI more than 20 inches shorter overall. The BMW stands 56.9 inches tall, compared with 57.6 inches for the MINI.
Despite its shorter body, the MINI Cooper 4 Door provides 13.1 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the rear seats and up to 40 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. BMW lists 12.0 cubic feet of luggage capacity for the 2 Series Gran Coupe.
Inside, the two vehicles interpret BMW Group design differently. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses the BMW Curved Display and BMW Operating System 9 within a more conventional driver-oriented dashboard. BMW also equips the model with heated sport seats and a leather-free Perforated Veganza interior as standard.
The MINI Cooper 4 Door places its 9.4″ circular OLED display at the center of the dashboard and pairs it with the physical MINI Toggle Bar. Heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a Panoramic Moonroof are included in the MINI Cooper 4 Door’s standard equipment.
Both cars use current BMW Group digital platforms, with MINI Operating System 9 in the MINI Cooper 4 Door and BMW Operating System 9 in the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. Both support connected navigation, voice interaction, wireless smartphone integration, and a range of digital services.
The exact feature set varies by Trim Level. Signature Plus adds equipment such as Active Driving Assistant and Wireless Device Charging, while Iconic adds features including MINI Navigation with Augmented Reality, Parking Assistant Plus, Active Cruise Control Stop & Go, an Interior Camera, and the Harman Kardon Premium Sound System.
BMW identifies the Harman Kardon system, BMW Digital Key Plus, Wireless Device Charging, Comfort Access, and BMW Maps as standard equipment on the current-generation 2 Series Gran Coupe.
The MINI’s defining technology difference is the circular OLED interface and standard MINI Head-Up Display. The BMW takes a more conventional approach with its BMW Curved Display while including features such as Harman Kardon audio and Wireless Device Charging as standard.
Both vehicles include substantial factory coverage. The MINI Cooper and BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe each include a 4-year/50,000-mile new-vehicle limited warranty.
They also both include complimentary scheduled maintenance for 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. MINI provides Complimentary Scheduled MINI Maintenance, while BMW provides BMW Ultimate Care. The original comparison incorrectly listed complimentary maintenance as unavailable on the MINI.
The MINI Cooper 4 Door makes features such as heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, MINI Head-Up Display, and a Panoramic Moonroof part of its standard equipment. Buyers can then move through Signature, Signature Plus, and Iconic Trim Levels to add additional comfort, parking, driver-assistance, and entertainment technology.
BMW likewise provides an extensive standard-equipment list on the 2 Series Gran Coupe, including heated sport seats, BMW Maps, Harman Kardon audio, Wireless Device Charging, BMW Digital Key Plus, and Comfort Access. Available packages add equipment such as Remote Engine Start, a Panoramic Moonroof, Head-Up Display, Parking Assistant Plus, and augmented-reality navigation.
For ownership costs, the comparison is therefore less about one vehicle offering free maintenance and the other not. Both include three years of scheduled maintenance coverage, so buyers can focus more directly on drivetrain, equipment, size, and driving preferences.
You want compact exterior dimensions, distinctive MINI design, a standard circular OLED display, MINI Head-Up Display, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a Panoramic Moonroof. The MINI Cooper S 4 Door also combines 201 hp with a curb weight of 3,089 lbs and a 6.7-second 0-60 mph time.
You want more horsepower, available xDrive all-wheel drive, or the additional performance offered by the M235 xDrive Gran Coupe. The 228 produces 241 hp, while the M235 xDrive increases output to 312 hp and reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds.
Both include 4-year/50,000-mile new-vehicle warranty coverage and 3-year/36,000-mile complimentary scheduled maintenance, so those benefits do not create the major ownership distinction suggested in the original comparison.
The 2027 MINI Cooper 4 Door combines a 13.1-cubic-foot cargo area, standard Panoramic Moonroof, compact 158.9-inch overall length, and distinctive 9.4″ circular OLED display. Cooper C and Cooper S variants provide a choice between 161 hp and 201 hp, respectively.
Explore current MINI Cooper 4 Door inventory at MINI of Grand Rapids to compare available engine variants, Trim Levels, colors, and equipment, or schedule a test drive to experience the differences in person.
The BMW has the acceleration advantage in this comparison. The BMW 228 Gran Coupe reaches 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, while the MINI Cooper S 4 Door reaches 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. The BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe lowers that time to 5.8 seconds.
No. The MINI Cooper 4 Door is front-wheel drive. Shoppers who want MINI ALL4 all-wheel drive can consider the MINI Countryman lineup. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers xDrive all-wheel drive with the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe and M235 xDrive Gran Coupe.
The 2027 MINI Cooper 4 Door provides 13.1 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the rear seats, compared with 12.0 cubic feet in the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe. The MINI expands to as much as 40 cubic feet with its rear seats folded.
Yes. MINI lists the Panoramic Moonroof at no additional cost on the MINI Cooper C 4 Door and MINI Cooper S 4 Door.
Yes. New BMW vehicles include BMW Ultimate Care scheduled maintenance for the first 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Yes. New MINI vehicles sold or leased through an authorized MINI Dealer include Complimentary Scheduled MINI Maintenance for the first 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
That depends on the features you prioritize. The MINI Cooper 4 Door distinguishes itself with its 9.4″ circular OLED display, MINI Head-Up Display, and Panoramic Moonroof. The BMW 228 Gran Coupe includes equipment such as Harman Kardon Premium Sound, BMW Digital Key Plus, Wireless Device Charging, and BMW Maps.
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe measures 179.2 inches long, while the MINI Cooper 4 Door measures 158.9 inches, making the MINI more than 20 inches shorter overall. The MINI Cooper S 4 Door weighs 3,089 lbs, while BMW lists the 228 xDrive Gran Coupe at 3,534 lbs.
No. MINI USA lists the 2027 MINI Cooper 4 Door with Cooper C and Cooper S engine variants. The 228-hp John Cooper Works powertrain is offered on the MINI Cooper 2 Door, not the MINI Cooper 4 Door. The Cooper S 4 Door can be configured with JCW Style, but that does not turn it into a separate JCW powertrain model.