Mini Cooper 2001
Mini Cooper 2001 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Mini Cooper 2001 has been produced from July, 2004 to November, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 116 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 150 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 250 000 and 420 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mini Cooper 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Mini Cooper 2001 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Mini Cooper 2001 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mini Cooper 2001 fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100km (14.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mini Cooper 2001 - 2006 versions, city fuel economy - 9.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mini real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mini Cooper fuel consumption.

Mini Cooper 2001 technical data
Model: | Mini Cooper | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2004. July ... 2006. November | ||
Engine: | 1600 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 166 g/km |
Power: | 116 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 150 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 (combined) 9.7 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.63m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 160 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 670 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1480 kg |
Mini Cooper 2001 engine W10B16A Cooper
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 2001 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Power | 116 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2001 |
Duration of production | 7 years |
Most often compared to
All Mini Cooper hatchback [2001 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mini Cooper 2001 1.6
Sep 2001 — Jul 2004 Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mini Cooper 2004 1.6
Jul 2004 — Nov 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mini Cooper 2002 1.6
Mar 2002 — Jul 2004 Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic |
Mini Cooper 2004 1.6
Jul 2004 — Nov 2006 Most fuel efficient version |
1.6 Petrol | 115 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Automatic |