MINI Paceman — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025
MINI's stylish three-door coupe crossover, offering a raised driving position, sporty handling, and efficient diesel engines.
The MINI Paceman is a three-door coupe version of the Countryman crossover, designed to offer a unique blend of style, space, and go-kart handling.
It features highly efficient petrol and diesel engines, with the 1.6-litre Cooper D being particularly popular for its low running costs.
Real-world fuel economy is strong, with the diesel returning around 54 MPG and petrol versions averaging around 40 MPG.
TL;DR
40 MPG
Real-world petrol
54 MPG
Real-world diesel
47L
Tank capacity
£64.30
Full tank (petrol)
15.5p
Per mile (petrol)
Real-World Fuel Economy: The MINI Paceman achieves an estimated 40 MPG (petrol) and 54 MPG (diesel) in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.
Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 47-litre tank completely costs approximately £64.30 (petrol) or £66.79 (diesel) at average UK fuel price rates.
Fuel economy at a glance
40
Real-world MPG
Petrol
47.1
Official WLTP
Petrol
54
Real-world MPG
Diesel
64.2
Official WLTP
Diesel
Annual fuel costs by mileage
| Annual mileage | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 5,000 miles/yr | £777 | £598 |
| 7,400 miles/yr(UK average) | £1151 | £885 |
| 10,000 miles/yr | £1555 | £1196 |
| 15,000 miles/yr | £2332 | £1794 |
| 20,000 miles/yr | £3109 | £2393 |
| Full tank (47L) | £64.30 | £66.79 |
| Cost per mile | 15.5p | 12.0p |
Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.
How does the Paceman compare?
Tips to get better MPG from your Paceman
Look for Cooper D models which feature excellent real-world diesel efficiency.
Use standard driving modes rather than Sport mode to maintain a smoother throttle curve.
Check tyre pressures regularly to prevent rolling resistance.
Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?
In a MINI Paceman achieving ~40 MPG real-world, if you fill 38 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:
£3.80
Gross saving on fuel
£0.47
Cost of 3-mile detour
£3.33
Net saving ✓
You could drive up to 24 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world MPG of the MINI Paceman?
The MINI Paceman achieves approximately 40 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 47.1 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around 54 MPG real-world.
How much does it cost to fill a MINI Paceman?
The MINI Paceman has a fuel tank of 47 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £64.30. Diesel costs approximately £66.79 for a full tank.
What is the annual fuel cost for a MINI Paceman?
At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a MINI Paceman costs approximately £1151 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1555. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.
Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a MINI Paceman?
In a MINI Paceman doing ~40 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 38-litre fill nets approximately £3.33 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 24 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.
How much does the MINI Paceman cost per mile in fuel?
The MINI Paceman costs approximately 15.5p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.65 per day in fuel.
What is the WLTP MPG figure for the MINI Paceman?
The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the MINI Paceman is 47.1 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.
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