Future MINIs will be powered by three and four-cylinder engines, including 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre turbocharged units, which BMW say will “set new standards in terms of output, performance, comfort and reliability.”. MINI’s diesel engines have also been overhauled with a 1.5-litre three-cylinder diesel unit that is 7 per cent more fuel
A diesel engine in a Cooper S would have been unthinkable not so long ago, but the superb 2.0-litre turbodiesel added by BMW in 2011 is a great fit in the Cooper SD. Thanks to its generous 225lb.ft of shove delivered generously between 1750- and 2700rpm, the Cooper SD is equally adept at passing slower traffic as its petrol-powered sister model.
2 posts · Joined 2004. #1 · Sep 9, 2004. Greeting miniacs -. Does the Mini 1.6L engine have valve-piston "interference"? That is, if the timing chain breaks or jumps off, would the top of the pistons hit the valves as they open? I have seen a few engines destroyed by this design. OTOH, they did not have timing chains, but belts.
Characterized by its two-cylinder boxer engine with BMW ShiftCam technology, it visually embodies sporty dominance and unadulterated riding pleasure. Thanks to wind and weather protection, as well as the relaxed sitting position and assistance systems, you can enjoy every corner and every mile – whether alone or with a companion.
Woodcliff Lake, NJ – February 24, 2022 – MINI USA presents its Model Year 2023 vehicle lineup with updates to options, and equipment. These updates advance MINI’s pursuit to deliver a unique “fun-to-drive experience with MINI’s hallmark iconic design and compact dimensions as the definitive British premium small-car brand.
Old Minis tend to be money-pits, just like any other old BMW, and you have to assess whether the risk of further expensive repairs, on this issue or others, is worth taking. It may well be as worn out after 8 years, and had just as hard a life, as if it had done 10,000 miles a year.
Converting your Mini to Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) has its advantages AND its disadvantages. Advantages: If done properly, converting your Mini to EFI can have many benefits. The EFI Engine Control Unit (ECU) can control all aspects of the combustion of the air/fuel ratio under all conditions. For each and every load point throughout the MINI R56 hatchback. The most common of the second generation shapes – the 3 door hatchback; the iconic MINI shape. This model ran from 2007 to 2013 and as of August 2010 onwards had a ‘mid-life’ facelift with a number of under-the-skin changes – mainly they started using BMW sourced engines for the diesel cars. Factor in an entire engine rebuild or replacement after 120,000 miles or so. Yes, really – if you’re buying a Mini, you’re buying a car you have to lavish with attention and great heaped gTyP2.
