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]
R61 · 2013–2016
MINI Paceman Cooper R61 · 122 hp (2013 to 2016)
The MINI Paceman Cooper of the R61 generation uses the N16B16 petrol engine with 122 hp.
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Technical specifications
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 122 PS / 90 kW
- Displacement
- 1 598 cm³
- Cylinders
- 4
- Engine code
- N16B16
- Period covered
- 2013–2016
- 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
122 hp (90 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. Built from 2013 to 2016.
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In the range
It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The N16B16 engine is also fitted to: MINI (R56), MINI Cabrio (R57), MINI Clubman (R55), MINI Countryman (R60), MINI Coupé / Roadster (R58 / R59).
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Maintenance and records
≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
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]Spark plugs
60,000 km or 4 years
Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.
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]Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the MINI Paceman Cooper R61?
The N16B16 petrol engine (1 598 cc), 122 hp (90 kW).
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Which oil for the MINI Paceman Cooper?
A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the N16B16 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026