Services
Insurance
Loans
Repairs
Advice
About

What year did MINI Cooper get Bluetooth?

I love the small, spritely MINI Cooper, and I’m hoping to buy a used one. There’s a model from 2018 that I might spring for, but I want to know if I can use Bluetooth in it. When did MINI start adding Bluetooth to models?

avatar
Kaitlin May · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’re not alone in your MINI fandom! Luckily, MINI Cooper introduced Bluetooth capabilities in 2017, so your 2018 model should be ready to stream music sans hands!
Previous MINI model years were Bluetooth-enabled, which meant you could stream music and take hands-free calls if you
added a Bluetooth adapter
. If you opt for an older MINI, there are plenty of aftermarket Bluetooth car kits you can buy.
As for the 2018 MINI, here are some tips for enabling Bluetooth:
  • Go to “System Settings” on your screen
  • Select “Mobile Devices” and then “Settings”
  • Ensure the Bluetooth box is selected
  • Use the left arrow to return to the “Settings” menu
  • Select “Connect new device”
  • Head to your phone’s Bluetooth menu and choose your MINI Cooper
The best part about having hands-free access to music and phone calls is the reduced risk on the road. With safer driving habits, you could even lower your
MINI Cooper insurance costs
!
View full answer 
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.

Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance

Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance

√
No long forms
√
No spam or unwanted phone calls
√
Quotes from top insurance companies
Find insurance savings