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Exterior view — MINI MINI Coupé / Roadster: R58 Coupé JCW · 2011–2015 · Coupé

R58 / R59 · 2011–2015

MINI Coupé / Roadster Cooper SD R58 / R59 · 143 hp (2011 to 2015)

The MINI Coupé / Roadster Cooper SD of the R58 / R59 generation uses the N47C20 diesel engine with 143 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Diesel
Power
143 PS / 105 kW
Displacement
1 995 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
N47C20
Period covered
2011–2015
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

143 hp (105 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. Built from 2011 to 2015.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It is the only diesel version of this generation. The N47C20 engine is also fitted to: MINI (R56), MINI Clubman (R55), MINI Countryman (R60), MINI Paceman (R61).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.

Oil and filter change

≈ 25,000 km or 2 years

Per CBS, at the latest 24 months. Due date calculated by the car from use. BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the engine.

Source [1]

Pads and discs

≈ 50,000 km

Per wear sensors. Front and rear tracked separately by CBS.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Every 2 years

Every 24 months. Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Air filter

60,000 km or 4 years

Replace more often in dusty conditions.

Source [1]

Cabin filter

30,000 km or 2 years

Often replaced at each service; earlier if smells or persistent misting appear.

Source [1]

Diesel filter

60,000 km or 4 years

Drain any water at each service; a clogged filter causes loss of power.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the MINI Coupé / Roadster Cooper SD R58 / R59?

The N47C20 diesel engine (1 995 cc), 143 hp (105 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the MINI Coupé / Roadster Cooper SD?

A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the N47C20 engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

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

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