Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Cooper Clubman.
The 2017 Mini Cooper Clubman pairs a six-speed automatic (S6) with an engine requiring 4.2 quarts of oil and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined. Its reliability profile shows 18 owner complaints and three recalls, with exterior lighting cited as the top complaint area. Compared with the 2011-2014 model years—where complaints ranged from a high of 31 in 2012 down to 4 in 2014—the 2017 lands in the middle of that historical spread, signaling a moderate rather than exceptional risk profile for researchers evaluating a used example.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 760 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11425B3A1A5. 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.
| Engine oil filter | 11425B3A1A5 alt 11428570590 |
| Engine air filter | 13718513944 |
| Spark plug | 12120040551 |
| Battery | 61217555719 alt 61216805461 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A576A9 |
| Cabin air filter | 64316835406 alt 64316835405 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Overall length | 151.2 in |
| Overall width | 68.1 in |
| Overall height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Curb weight | 2606 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 59.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 25 / 33 / 28 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine BMW part number 83222295532 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 5.8-7.0 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 6.3 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | BMW part number 83222295532 |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 3.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 31.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 31.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.05-1.22 lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 760 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 760 cca |
| 1 | 44.0 inch lbs. | 44 in |
| 2 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 70.0 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 4 | 70.0 | |
| 1 | 44 inch lbs. | 44 in |
| 2 | 15.0 ft. lbs. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 70.0 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 4 | 70 degrees | 70 degrees |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. Step 2: Replace Screws. Step 3: + 120 | 30 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 21 ft. lbs. Step 2: + 180 | 21 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 66.0 ft. lbs. | 66 ft. lbs |
| 3 | 180 degrees | 180 degrees |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 60.0 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 3 | 60.0 | |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs. | 18 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 60.0 degrees | 60 degrees |
| 3 | 60.0 | |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The federal record shows a declining complaint trend from 31 in 2012 to just 4 in 2014, with recalls steady at one per year except 2011’s two and no investigations reported. For the 2017 Mini Cooper Clubman, the available data indicate four crash‑related complaints and no fire complaints, with the most frequent issue areas being Exterior Lighting (3), Power Train (2), Structure (2) and Air Bags (2). The JSON does not provide recall, investigation or TSB counts for 2017, nor does it specify the underlying causes of the cited complaints. Placing 2017 in the observed arc suggests a continuation of the low‑complaint level seen in 2014, but the absence of recall information prevents a definitive safety assessment. Consequently, based solely on the federal complaint data supplied, the 2017 model cannot be flagged as problematic, yet a prudent buyer should verify service history and consider an independent inspection before purchase.
All 18 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2016-2017 MINI Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman and JCW Clubman vehicles. When the affected vehicles are braking and the turn signals are on, the inner… Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle to correct the brake lighting, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2017. Owners may contact MINI customer…
Showing 5 of 262 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| M610223 | 2023-03-01 | Exterior Lighting | The buttons on the gear selector switch (GWS) do not work, or the function indicator… |
| M840322 | 2023-03-01 | Electrical System | The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be… |
| M610123 | 2023-03-01 | Electrical System | Oscillations in the electric drive can occur. As a result, the 12 V positive battery… |
| M630122 | 2023-02-01 | Electrical System | Ambient lighting changes color after the vehicle goes to sleep. |
| M540122 | 2022-11-01 | Structure | It is possible that the guide stem (aka rotational axis) on the wind deflector can break… |
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4.2 qt of BMW Long Life rated LL-01 or BMW Long Life rated LL-01FE or equivalent., per the factory manual.
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EPA figures are 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined mpg.