Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2013. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 260 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and BorgWarner K03 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 190 000 to 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mini Cooper S 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.2 litres.
Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 228 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.8 litres per 100km (17.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mini Cooper S 2010 - 2013 version, city fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mini real everyday fuel consumption is 7.5 litres per 100 km, which is 29% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mini Cooper S fuel consumption.

Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 technical data
Model: | Mini Cooper S 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2010. January ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 136 g/km |
Power: | 184 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 260 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 228 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.5 l/100km (31.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.73m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 160 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1590 kg |
Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 engine N18B16A
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 85.8 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts) |
Power | 184 - 190 HP ON 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 - 260 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2010 |
Duration of production | 7 years |
Engine also used on | Mini Countryman |
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All Mini Cooper S hatchback [2010 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6
Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 184 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 184 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
Mini Cooper S 2010 1.6 John Cooper Works
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 211 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mini Cooper S 2012 1.6 John Cooper Works
Jan 2012 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull version (211 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 211 HP | - | Automatic (6) |