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Mini Cooper Timing Belt Or Chain? (2002 - 2023)
All Mini Cooper (Cooper, Cooper Clubman, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) engines have a timing chain and are interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Mini Cooper.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 to 2023 | all | timing chain | interference |
Timing Belt Basics
The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.
2023 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2023 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2022 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2022 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2021 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2020 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2019 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
Side-By-Side Comparisons
Mini Cooper Belt Or Chain By Year
2018 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L Hybrid | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2017 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2016 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper Countryman & Cooper Paceman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper Countryman & Cooper Paceman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2015 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2014 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2013 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2012 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2011 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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2010 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2009 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2008 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. DOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. SOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2007 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. DOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. SOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2006 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. DOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. SOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2005 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2004 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2003 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
2002 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2002 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. | timing chain | interference | lifetime |
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