2017 Mini Cooper Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Mini Cooper oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (4.9 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.9 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (4.9 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.9 quarts with filter); the Base, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (4.9 quarts with filter); the Base, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (4.9 quarts with filter); the JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter); the S, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans takes 0W-20 (5.55 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Base, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Base, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 4.9 quarts with filter
- JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
- S, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans: 0W-20, 5.55 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans — 1.5L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 4.90 QTS. | 3.45 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans — 1.5L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 4.90 QTS. | 3.45 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 1.5L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 4.90 QTS. | 3.45 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 1.5L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 4.90 QTS. | 3.45 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 1.5L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 4.90 QTS. | 3.45 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 1.5L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 4.90 QTS. | 3.45 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
| S, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans — 2.0L Eng | API - SL or superior oil rating: SAE 0W-20 | 5.55 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | Alternatively, also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30, SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 can be used. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cooper
2017 Mini Cooper factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.05 quarts (5.72 L)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Mini Cooper take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; Base, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; Base, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20; S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans uses 0W-20; S, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2017 Mini Cooper take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Base, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Base, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 4.9 quarts with filter; JCW, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; JCW, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; JCW, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; JCW, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; S, 2D Convertible, Automatic Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; S, 2D Convertible, Standard Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; S, 2D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; S, 2D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; S, 4D Hatchback, Automatic Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter; S, 4D Hatchback, Standard Trans holds 5.55 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Mini Cooper?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Mini Cooper. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.