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2013 Mini COOPER S JCW - Hatchback — R56

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 COOPER S JCW - Hatchback R56.

Engine R56Transmission Automatic (S6)

The 2013 Mini COOPER S JCW Hatchback (R56) sits on the compact R56 platform and is powered by a four‑cylinder engine that requires 4.4 qt of 5W‑30 oil, delivering an EPA rating of 26 city/34 highway/29 combined miles per gallon through its S6 automatic transmission. This model year marks the JCW’s entry into the 2013 lineup, a period when Mini’s overall complaint volume was relatively low compared to the peak of 529 complaints in 2004, reflecting a generally reliable era for the brand.

Model year20132012

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy26/34/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI L1 · 480 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428643758. 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 L1 · 480 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428643758 alt 11427622446
Engine air filter13717568728 alt 13717561235
Fuel filter11252754870 alt 16112755084
Battery61217575326 alt 61217571896
Front wiper blades61612239962 alt 61610039343
Thermostat11518613804 alt 11518613803
Cabin air filter64319127516

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length145.7 in
Overall width66.1 in
Overall height55.5 in
Wheelbase97.2 in
Curb weight2546 lb
Track (front / rear)57.1 / 56.7 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 34 / 29 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 holds 4.4 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, USE CASTROL SAF-X0 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 23.0 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.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidWith CVT: BMW part number 83220136376
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilUSE CASTROL SAF-X0 OR EQUIVALENT
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0.8 qt
Engine OilSYNTHETIC · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity4.4 qt
Engine OilSYNTHETIC · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity4.4 qt

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs9 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsBolts: 11 ft-lbs, nuts: 15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18.4 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsBolts: 11, nuts: 15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18.4 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug23.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Curb Idle Speed (No Load)770 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW
Spark Plug GapNot adjustable in
Spark Plug Torque14.8-19.2 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Optional BCI Group Number48
Optional BCI Cranking Performance570 cca
Standard BCI Group NumberL1
Standard BCI Cranking Performance480 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief18-22 psi
Engine Compression116-174 PSI. 43 maximum variation. psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3
Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.394 in / 0.866 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.394 in / 0.866 in / 0.945 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.031 in

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 3 stages
122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 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:

ReplaceEngine Oil Filter · Engine Oil

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V337000Electrical SystemReported 11/05/2023

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…

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

How much oil does the 2013 COOPER S JCW - Hatchback R56 take?

4.4 qt of USE MINI SYNTHETIC 5W-30 MOTOR OIL, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 COOPER S JCW - Hatchback have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the R56 get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 34 highway / 29 combined mpg.