2013 Mini Cooper Oil Type & Capacity
The 2013 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. | — | — |
| JCW Clubman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW Clubman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW Countryman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW Countryman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW GP | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW Paceman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW Paceman, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW, 2D Coupe, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW, 2D Coupe, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Paceman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| Paceman, 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 Paceman ALL4, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Paceman ALL4, Standard Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Paceman, Automatic Trans | MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30 | 4.44 QTS. | — | — |
| S Paceman, 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. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cooper
2013 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 2013 Mini Cooper take?
The 2013 Mini Cooper takes 5W-30 motor oil (MINI recommends Synthetic Oil SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2013 Mini Cooper take?
The 2013 Mini Cooper holds 4.44 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2013 Mini Cooper?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2013 Mini Cooper. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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