Mini Cooper Timing Overview (All Model Years)
All Mini Cooper (Cooper, Cooper Clubman, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Model | Years | Engine Type (Engine Code) | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Cooper | 2002 to 2021 | all | timing chain | interference | Amazon |
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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.
2021 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2021 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2020 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2020 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2019 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2019 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2018 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2018 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2017 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2017 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2016 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2016 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper Countryman & Cooper Paceman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper Countryman & Cooper Paceman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Clubman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2015 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2015 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2014 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2014 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2013 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2013 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper, Cooper Paceman & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2012 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2012 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2011 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2011 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged (Cooper & Cooper Countryman) | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2010 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2010 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2009 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2009 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2008 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2008 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. SOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. DOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2007 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2007 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. SOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. DOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2006 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2006 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
| Engine Type | Timing Belt Or Chain | Interference Or Non-Interference | Replacement Interval (Miles) | Replacement Kits For Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. SOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. DOHC | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Supercharged | timing chain | interference | lifetime | Amazon |
2005 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2005 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2004 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2004 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2003 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2003 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
2002 Mini Cooper - Timing Belt Or Chain
All 2002 Mini Cooper engines have a timing chain and are interference.
