2016 Mini Cooper Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Mini Cooper takes 0W-20 motor oil — 4.45 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 4.45 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 Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
| S, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans | MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20 | 4.45 QTS. | — | MINI recommends using MINI Original Engine Oil SAE 5W-30 as an alternative. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Mini Cooper take?
The 2016 Mini Cooper takes 0W-20 motor oil (MINI Synthetic Oil SAE 0W-20), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2016 Mini Cooper take?
The 2016 Mini Cooper holds 4.45 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Mini Cooper?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Mini Cooper. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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