2009 Mini Cooper Oil Type & Capacity

The 2009 Mini Cooper takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.4 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-304.4 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic — Eng CD N12MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Base, 2D Convertible, Standard — Eng CD N12MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic — Eng CD N12MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard — Eng CD N12MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Clubman, Automatic — Eng CD N12MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Clubman, Standard — Eng CD N12MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
S Clubman, Automatic — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
S Clubman, Standard — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
S, 2D Convertible, Automatic — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
S, 2D Convertible, Standard — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
S, 2D Hatchback, Standard — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Works Clubman — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Works, 2D Convertible — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.
Works, 2D Hatchback — Eng CD N14MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-304.40 QTS.

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More specs & repair guides for your Cooper

2009 Mini Cooper factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

5.5 quarts (5.2 L) — 50/50 mixture of Antifreeze with corrosion resistance and water

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2009 Mini Cooper take?

The 2009 Mini Cooper takes 5W-30 motor oil (MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2009 Mini Cooper take?

The 2009 Mini Cooper holds 4.4 quarts with a filter change.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Mini Cooper?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Mini Cooper. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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