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2016 Mini Cooper Clubman

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Cooper Clubman.

Transmission Automatic (S6)

The 2016 Mini Cooper Clubman is EPA-rated at 25/33/28 mpg city/highway/combined.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy25/33/28 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI NS · NS CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427622446. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI NS · NS CCAOEM · verified
Tire size175/65R15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11427622446
Engine air filter13717568728 alt 13717561235
Spark plug12122293697 alt 12122158165
Battery61217575326 alt 61217571896
Front wiper blades61615A87CC6
Thermostat11518613803 alt 11518613804
Cabin air filter64319127516

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length151.2 in
Overall width68.1 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase98.4 in
Curb weight2606 lb
Track (front / rear)59.1 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 33 / 28 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6.3
Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4
Power Steering FluidPentosin CHF11S

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs9 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18.4
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts7.3
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug23.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Front Wheel HubUse new nut and tighten to 134.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel HubUse new nut and tighten to 134.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW
Spark Plug GapNot adjustable in
Spark Plug Torque14.8-19.2 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.05-1.10 lbs
Standard BCI Group Number140R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance480 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief18-22 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 26; Rear: 103 /; Front: 26; Rear: 22-
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 81; Rear: 74 Use; Front: 84; Rear: 74
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementStamped on rotor
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 1304 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90 degrees Step 3: 18022 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 7 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil.

1M10 Bolts22 ft. lbs
2M10 Bolts90 degrees
3M10 Bolts90 degrees
4M8X95 Bolts11 ft. lbs
5M8X95 Bolts90 degrees
6M8X95 Bolts90 degrees
7M8X35 Bolts22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified motor oil.

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
266.0 ft. lbs.66 ft. lbs
3180 degrees180 degrees
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
16 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 906 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
137 ft. lbs., Step 2: 15037 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

This vehicle uses condition-based service — it signals maintenance needs through its onboard service indicator rather than fixed mileage intervals. Items on the factory schedule:

ReplaceCabin Air Filter · Engine Oil Filter · Engine Air Filter Element · Engine Oil · Spark Plugs
InspectUnderbody · Windshield Washer System · Air Bag System · Parking Brake System · Tire & Wheel Assembly · Steering System · Brake Rotor · Brake Line
Road testUniversal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid LevelEngine Coolant System
ResetTire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & BleedBrake Hydraulic System

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the Cooper Clubman get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg.