The Cooper 2024 Clubman John Cooper Works (JCW), which is what we tested, is the quickest and most powerful model in the Clubman lineup. It's all about performance and entertainment. But that comes at the expense of other things, including your wallet. And while it has tons of personality and respectable performance, the Clubman JCW isn't any more entertaining than the significantly less expensive Clubman S.Read full review
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.
Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.
Pros
Excellent handling even in the base model
High-quality cabin materials
Wide range of personalization options
Quick acceleration from the John Cooper Works version
Cons
More expensive than similarly equipped compact hatchbacks
John Cooper Works' exceedingly harsh ride
No Android Auto connectivity
What's new
This is the final year of Clubman production
A Final Edition of the Cooper S debuts
More standard and less optional equipment
Part of the second Clubman generation introduced for 2015
Overview
Think of the 2024 Clubman as a Mini gone maxi. Based on the Hardtop but stretched to supply practical rear passenger and luggage space, the Clubman is essentially a wagon equipped with trick side-hinged cargo area access doors. That description likely explains why 2024 is the final year of Clubman production. Wagons are out, and SUVs are in. So the wave of redesigned Minis arriving for the 2025 model year won't include a third-generation Clubman. If you like the idea of driving a fun and practical car loaded with personality, get a 2024 Mini Clubman while you can.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.41 per gallon for premium unleaded in Oregon.
Edmunds spotlight: Mini Clubman interior room and cargo space
Though a Clubman remains small in the Mini tradition, it offers more rear passenger room and cargo space than you'll find in either of the Hardtop models. Compared to a Hardtop 4 Door, the Clubman has 2 extra inches of rear legroom (34.3 inches) and 4.4 cubic feet of added trunk space (17.5 cubic feet). Maximum cargo volume is 7.2 cubes larger (47.9 cubic feet). Choosing a Mini Countryman SUV instead of a Clubman gives you more rear legroom (37.6 inches), but cargo volumes are nearly identical. And since the Clubman sits lower to the ground, it's easier to strap things like bikes, kayaks and surfboards to its roof.
Competitors to consider
Mini's premium pricing, wagon status and cheery personality mean there's nothing quite like it. So, your alternatives might include cars like the Mazda 3 hatchback and Volkswagen Golf GTI and R and crossovers such as the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA. To learn more about the Clubman, read our Edmunds Expert Review.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Our Verdict
The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
Good
7.7
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The Cooper 2024 Clubman John Cooper Works (JCW), which is what we tested, is the quickest and most powerful model in the Clubman lineup. It's all about performance and entertainment. But that comes at the expense of other things, including your wallet. And while it has tons of personality and respectable performance, the Clubman JCW isn't any more entertaining than the significantly less expensive Clubman S.
How does the Clubman drive? The Clubman JCW uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes an impressive 301 hp. At our test track, it propelled our test car from 0 to 60 mph in a rather outrageous 4.7 seconds. Using launch control, the Clubman JCW blasts off the line, cracking off shifts and even getting some tire chirp on the 1-2 upshift. It feels quick in routine driving too, with plenty of low-end torque and a responsive gas pedal.
The Clubman JCW is relatively composed around turns, and it doesn't have the go-kart feel of older Minis. The steering is heavier than you might expect, but it feels good and responsive. Even with all-wheel drive, there is a mild amount of torque steer. In general, the handling isn't markedly different or more enjoyable than that of a Cooper Clubman S.
Comfort
7/10
How comfortable is the Clubman? Mini spent a lot of time tuning the suspension and handling. Unfortunately, the engineers have tuned it for performance, with no regard for comfort and refinement. The Clubman JCW is stiff. Uncomfortably so. It crashes over bumps, and potholes will rattle your teeth. The firm and oddly padded seat doesn't help much either. Yes, the bolsters do a great job of keeping you planted on winding roads, but it only compounds the ride-quality issue.
It's not all bad inside. When it's not sending shockwaves through your spine, the Clubman JCW is actually fairly quiet and refined. The turbocharged engine makes a nice-sounding growl even if much of it is prerecorded and piped in through the speakers. The climate control works well and has air vents for the rear passengers.
Interior
8/10
How’s the interior? Despite its minuscule proportions (pun intended), the Mini Clubman JCW is relatively spacious inside. The upright, semi-boxy design means there's plenty of headroom and shoulder room. It has a bit less legroom than some rivals, but it's still relatively good, especially compared to the standard Hardtop. Those upright windows help with visibility too. It's easy to see out in every direction.
The driving position is pretty good. The compact size means the controls are well placed, and it's not difficult to settle into a comfortable driving position. The square doors make in-and-out pretty easy. It's not quite as spacious as a Honda Civic or a VW Golf, but we're impressed given just how small the Clubman JCW is on the outside.
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How’s the tech? This is where you really notice parent company BMW's influence. A lot of the Clubman JCW's tech is ripped straight from the BMW parts bin. The infotainment system is basically BMW's with a colorful Mini-themed interface. It's easy to navigate and looks a bit more premium than some rival systems. Navigation and voice controls work well, and having turn-by-turn direction in our test car's optional head-up display was great. Our test vehicle's Iconic trim came with Apple CarPlay, but the lack of Android Auto was disappointing.
The driver aids have been influenced by BMW too. The adaptive cruise control works well, maintaining tight gaps and holding speed uphill or downhill. The lane keeping system will bounce the car between the lane markers somewhat, but overall the Clubman's driver aids are pretty refined.
Storage
7/10
How’s the storage? The Clubman JCW's 17.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats is less than what you get from a Honda Civic Type R or VW Golf R. That said, the area is low and boxy, so it's more usable than it seems. There's also a good bit of underfloor storage. The split barn-style rear doors make getting things in and out easy too. And the cargo area expands to a much more competitive 47.9 cubic feet if you fold down the seats.
Up front, there are decently sized door pockets and some small bins for your personal items. Got small kids to take along? The rear seat is tight for installing a child safety seat, but it's no smaller than anything else in the class.
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Fuel Economy
8.5/10
How’s the fuel economy? The Clubman JCW is one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its class. The EPA estimates it'll get 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving. That bests the Honda Civic Type R. We observed 28.5 mpg on our real-world evaluation route, so the EPA's estimates seem realistic.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Clubman a good value? Whether the Clubman JCW is a good value or not depends on just how big of a Mini fan you are. A base Clubman JCW starts above $40,000, but it lacks features such as adaptive cruise control and leather upholstery, though those can all be added on if you select one of the higher trims. Our loaded-up Clubman JCW is significantly more than any other hot hatch around. That said, it does feel more premium than most rivals, and a lot of the cost goes toward the JCW's sporty tuning. Mini also includes three years of scheduled service and four years of roadside assistance, both better than most.
Wildcard
9/10
Despite the torquey turbocharged engine, all-wheel-drive traction and nimble handling, the Clubman JCW doesn't have that constant sense of fun you'll find in other hot hatches. The ride is so stiff on most roads that you spend more time avoiding potholes than you do dipping into the engine's copious torque curve.
On the upside, it oozes as much personality as its Mini brethren. It looks distinct both inside and out, and it seems to revel in all the little touches including the two-tone paint, color-changing ambient lighting and Union Jack outlines in the taillights.
Which Clubman does Edmunds recommend?
In the Mini Clubman family, the Cooper S represents the sweet spot. It has enough power to accelerate out of its own way and is plenty of fun to drive without beating you up about it. Choose the Signature trim package for access to appealing features and options while keeping a lid on the price.
The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 Clubman both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Clubman has 17.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a MINI Clubman. Learn more
What's new in the 2024 MINI Clubman?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 MINI Clubman:
This is the final year of Clubman production
A Final Edition of the Cooper S debuts
More standard and less optional equipment
Part of the second Clubman generation introduced for 2015
To determine whether the MINI Clubman is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Clubman. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Clubman's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2024 MINI Clubman a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 MINI Clubman is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 Clubman and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 Clubman is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2024 MINI Clubman?
The least-expensive 2024 MINI Clubman is the 2024 MINI Clubman John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $42,400.
Other versions include:
John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $42,400
If you're interested in the MINI Clubman, the next question is, which Clubman model is right for you? Clubman variants include John Cooper Works ALL4 4dr Hatchback AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Clubman models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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