2012 Mini Cooper Oil Type & Capacity
The 2012 Mini Cooper takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.44 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.44 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Clubman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Clubman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Countryman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Countryman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Clubman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Clubman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Countryman ALL4, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Countryman ALL4, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Countryman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Countryman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Works Clubman | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Works, 2D Convertible | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Works, 2D Coupe | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Works, 2D Hatchback | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cooper
2012 Mini Cooper factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
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 2012 Mini Cooper take?
The 2012 Mini Cooper takes 5W-30 motor oil (MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2012 Mini Cooper take?
The 2012 Mini Cooper holds 4.44 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2012 Mini Cooper?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2012 Mini Cooper. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.