2012 Mini John Cooper Works towing capacity
The 2012 Mini John Cooper Works is published in 4 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 999 to 1,650 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (1,650 lb) sits in very light towing only.
The table below lists every trim of the 2012 Mini John Cooper Works with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base 2dr Hardtop | — | — | — | 3.65 | 1,650 | 3,516 | 2,668 | 848 |
| Base 2dr Convertible | — | — | — | 3.65 | 1,650 | 3,704 | 2,833 | 871 |
| Base 2dr Coupe | — | — | — | 3.71 | 1,650 | 3,252 | 2,701 | 551 |
| Base 2dr Roadster | — | — | — | 3.71 | 999 | 3,329 | 2,767 | 562 |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
Other 2012 Mini models
The rest of Mini's 2012 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 2012 Mini Cooper | 1,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.