Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 Cooper S Clubman.
The 2007 Mini Cooper S Clubman is a passenger car built on the R55 platform, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and an engine that takes 4.4 quarts of 5W-30 oil, delivering EPA-rated fuel economy of 23 mpg city, 30 highway, and 26 combined. This model year recorded 381 owner complaints, with the engine as the top concern, and four recalls. In the model’s complaint history from 2011 to 2021, issues peaked at 46 in 2014 and fell to just 1 by 2020, placing the 2007 Clubman at the early, more problematic end of the reliability spectrum.
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 47 · 480 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427562249. 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 | 11427562249 alt 11427509211 |
| Engine air filter | 13727529261 alt 13721477840 |
| Fuel filter | 16146757196 alt 11252754870 |
| Spark plug | 12129071003 alt 12120031708 |
| Battery | 61217571896 alt 61217575326 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610028137 |
| Thermostat | 11537596787 alt 11518613803 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319127516 alt 64319257505 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Overall length | 143.3 in |
| Overall width | 66.5 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Curb weight | 2701 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 57.5 / 57.5 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 30 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.4 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 88 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | With CVT: BMW part number 83220136376 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Engine Coolant | ETHYLENE GLYCOL |
| Engine Oil | SYNTHETIC · 5W-30 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.4 qt |
| Engine Oil | SYNTHETIC · 5W-30 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 4.8 qt |
| Engine Oil | SYNTHETIC · 5W-30 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 22 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 6 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 19 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | Bolts: 11, nuts: 15 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18.4 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | Bolts: 11, nuts: 15 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18.4 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 770 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Spark Plug Gap | Not adjustable in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 14.8-19.2 ft-lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 47 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 480 cca |
| Pressure Test | 29.0 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 18-22 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | ------- °F |
| Engine Compression | 116-174 PSI. 43 maximum variation. psi |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.118; Rear: 0.0118 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.394 in / 0.866 in / 0.945 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.394 in / 0.866 in / 0.945 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.331 in / 0.803 in / 0.882 in |
| Rotor Finish | 0.00013 μin |
| 1 | 4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 7 ft. lbs., Step 3: 130 | 4 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 130 | 4 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 | |
Prep Bolts 1-10
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees; Bolts 11 and 12 | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 21 ft. lbs. | 21 ft. lbs |
Prep Bolts 1-10
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs. | 30 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees; Bolts 11 and 12 | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 21 | |
| 1 | 6 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 6 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 6 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 6 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 150 | 22 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37 ft. lbs., Step 2: 100 | 37 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi.
| Every 100,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The provided federal record does not include data for 2007 itself, so the year-by-year comparison spans the generation from 2011 to 2021, with a notable gap between 2014 and 2020. Within that window, complaints escalate from 12 (2011) to a peak of 46 in 2014, with recalls climbing from 3 to 7 and investigations jumping to 2—a clear upward trend in reported issues through the mid-generation years before the data cuts off. The 2020–2021 snapshot shows a dramatic decline (1–0 complaints), suggesting either improved reliability in later models or reduced reporting volume for aging vehicles. The 2007 Clubman-specific complaint data, however, reveals 99 engine-related complaints and 23 fire complaints—figures that, while not directly comparable to the later years' totals, indicate persistent powertrain concerns in the earlier generation. This gap between 2007 and 2011 makes it impossible to determine whether the mid-generation spike was a continuation of earlier problems or a new wave of issues. The high engine and fire complaint counts for 2007 are concerning regardless. **This data does not support a confident recommendation: the absence of 2007 from the year-by-year trend means we cannot assess whether it represents a better or worse position in the generation's reliability arc, and the engine/fire complaint volume is a red flag warranting thorough pre-purchase inspection and documentation review.**
All 381 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2014 MINI Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Clubman John Cooper Works, and 2007-2013 MINI Hardtop 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, and John Cooper Works vehicles sold… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the sunroof drains, interior footwell area, and FRM and, depending upon the results of the inspection, certain components will be replaced. Owner notification…
Showing 5 of 124 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| M010616 | 2026-05-06 | Electrical System | The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship… |
| M610226 | 2026-04-30 | Electrical System | While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, vehicle test… |
| M010616 | 2025-03-18 | Electrical System | The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship… |
| M511616 | 2023-11-02 | Structure | Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch… |
| M610607 | 2023-10-25 | Electrical System | MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result… |
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4.4 qt of USE MINI SYNTHETIC 5W-30 MOTOR OIL, per the factory manual.
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EPA figures are 23 city / 30 highway / 26 combined mpg.