R56 · 2010–2013

MINI One R56 · 98 hp (2010 to 2013)

The MINI One of the R56 generation uses the N16B16 petrol engine with 98 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
98 PS / 72 kW
Displacement
1 598 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
N16B16
Period covered
2010–2013
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds
  • Automatic · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

98 hp (72 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. Built from 2010 to 2013.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It sits between the One (95 hp) and the Cooper (120 hp). It replaces the 95 hp version built until 2010. The N16B16 engine is also fitted to: MINI Cabrio (R57), MINI Clubman (R55), MINI Countryman (R60).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Per CBS, at the latest 24 months

24 months

Due date calculated by the car from use. BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the engine.

Source [1]

Pads and discs

Per wear sensors

Front and rear tracked separately by CBS.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Every 24 months

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the MINI One R56?

The N16B16 petrol engine (1 598 cc), 98 hp (72 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the MINI One?

A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the N16B16 engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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