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MINI · Supermini · 2014–2023

MINI MINI F55

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
1.9 / 5.0 · Based on 9 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

178–306 PS

2.0L Turbo Benzin

THE MINI experience!

Legendary!
Problem Engine

184–218 PS

1.6L Turbo Benzin

9 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Generations

Engine Overview

The MINI MINI F55 is available with 6 engine variants — from 75 to 306 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

1.5L Diesel · Diesel· 116 PS
2014 2018
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
1.2L Turbo · Benziner· 102 PS
2014 2018
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
1.5L Turbo · Benziner· 102–136 PS Engine Change
2014 2021
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2014 2021
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2.0L Turbo · Benziner· 178–192 PS Engine Change
2014 2021
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
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2021 2023
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
MINI One · Benziner· 75 PS
2018 2023
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
MINI One First · Benziner· 75 PS
2014 2018
Be Careful 5 weaknesses

The MINI 1.5L Diesel (Diesel, 116 PS) has the B37C15 (1.5L Diesel) — rated: "Stay Away!", 5 known weaknesses.

The MINI 1.2L Turbo (Benziner, 102 PS) has the B38A12 (1.2L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The MINI 1.5L Turbo (Benziner, 102–136 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B38B15 (2014–2021, Be Careful) und B38B15 (2014–2021, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L Turbo!

The MINI 2.0L Turbo (Benziner, 178–192 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B48B20 (2014–2021, Be Careful) und B48B20 (2021–2023, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L Turbo!

The MINI MINI One (Benziner, 75 PS) has the B38B15 (1.5L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The MINI MINI One First (Benziner, 75 PS) has the B38A12 (1.2L Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
107 complaints · 2014–2023
Engine
19 ⚠ 4
Electrical
19 ⚠ 2
Powertrain
18 ⚠ 2
Fuel System
13 ⚠ 1
Other
11 ⚠ 2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Engine (19 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (19 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (18 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 57 weaknesses have been documented for the MINI MINI F55 (2014–2023). 5 problem engines: N18B16 (1.6L Turbo), N47C20 (2.0L Diesel), B37C15 (1.5L Diesel), B47C20 (2.0L Diesel), IB1P25B (Elektromotor).

MINI (N47C20, 2011–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Elongation — Known N47 Weakness, Turbo Failure, Rod and Main Bearing Wear. Power: 111 PS.

MINI (B37C15, 2014–2018) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, Timing Chain Rear-Mounted — High Repair Cost, Turbocharger Boost Pressure Leaks. Power: 95 PS.

MINI (B37C15, 2014–2018) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, Timing Chain Rear-Mounted — High Repair Cost, Turbocharger Boost Pressure Leaks. Power: 116 PS.

MINI (B47C20, 2014–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 163–170 PS.

MINI (B47C20, 2018–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 150 PS.

MINI Clubman (B37C15, 2015–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, Timing Chain Rear-Mounted — High Repair Cost, Turbocharger Boost Pressure Leaks. Power: 116 PS.

MINI Clubman (B47C20, 2015–2019) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 190 PS.

MINI Clubman (B47C20, 2019–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 150 PS.

MINI Countryman (N47C20, 2010–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Elongation — Known N47 Weakness, Turbo Failure, Rod and Main Bearing Wear. Power: 111 PS.

MINI Countryman (N47C20, 2011–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Elongation — Known N47 Weakness, Turbo Failure, Rod and Main Bearing Wear. Power: 136–150 PS.

MINI Countryman (B47C20, 2017–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 143–150 PS.

MINI Countryman (B47C20, 2017–2020) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 190 PS.

MINI Paceman (N47C20, 2013–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Elongation — Known N47 Weakness, Turbo Failure, Rod and Main Bearing Wear. Power: 136–143 PS.

MINI Paceman (N47C20, 2014–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Elongation — Known N47 Weakness, Turbo Failure, Rod and Main Bearing Wear. Power: 111 PS.

MINI (N16B16, 2010–2015) — Be Careful: Timing chain and chain tensioner wear, Oil filter housing gasket and oil cooler leaking, Water pump plastic impeller breaks. Power: 116–122 PS.

MINI (N18B16, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner Wear, Turbo Oil Feed Line Coking — Turbo Damage, Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak. Power: 184 PS.

MINI (B38A12, 2014–2018) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Filter Housing Leaking, Electric Water Pump / Thermostat Failure. Power: 75 PS.

MINI (B38A12, 2014–2018) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Filter Housing Leaking, Electric Water Pump / Thermostat Failure. Power: 102 PS.

MINI (B38B15, 2014–2024) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Cooler Housing Crack — Oil/Coolant Mixing, Oil Filter Housing Leaking. Power: 102 PS.

MINI (B38B15, 2014–2024) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Cooler Housing Crack — Oil/Coolant Mixing, Oil Filter Housing Leaking. Power: 135–136 PS.

MINI (B38B15, 2014–2021) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Cooler Housing Crack — Oil/Coolant Mixing, Oil Filter Housing Leaking. Power: 136 PS.

MINI (B48B20, 2014–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 192 PS.

MINI (B48B20, 2015–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 231 PS.

MINI (B38B15, 2018–2024) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Cooler Housing Crack — Oil/Coolant Mixing, Oil Filter Housing Leaking. Power: 75 PS.

MINI (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 242 PS.

MINI (B48B20, 2021–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 178 PS.

MINI Clubman (B38B15, 2015–2024) — Be Careful: Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure (Early Production), Oil Cooler Housing Crack — Oil/Coolant Mixing, Oil Filter Housing Leaking. Power: 136 PS.

MINI Clubman (B48B20, 2015–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 192 PS.

MINI Clubman (B48B20, 2017–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 231 PS.

MINI Clubman (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 178 PS.

MINI Clubman (B48B20, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 306 PS.

MINI Countryman (N16B16, 2010–2016) — Be Careful: Timing chain and chain tensioner wear, Oil filter housing gasket and oil cooler leaking, Water pump plastic impeller breaks. Power: 98 PS.

MINI Countryman (N16B16, 2010–2016) — Be Careful: Timing chain and chain tensioner wear, Oil filter housing gasket and oil cooler leaking, Water pump plastic impeller breaks. Power: 116–122 PS.

MINI Countryman (N18B16, 2010–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner Wear, Turbo Oil Feed Line Coking — Turbo Damage, Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak. Power: 184–190 PS.

MINI Countryman (N18B16, 2012–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner Wear, Turbo Oil Feed Line Coking — Turbo Damage, Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak. Power: 218 PS.

MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2017–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 192 PS.

MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2017–2023) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 231 PS.

MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 178 PS.

MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 300–306 PS.

MINI Coupé (N18B16, 2011–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner Wear, Turbo Oil Feed Line Coking — Turbo Damage, Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak. Power: 184 PS.

MINI Paceman (N16B16, 2013–2016) — Be Careful: Timing chain and chain tensioner wear, Oil filter housing gasket and oil cooler leaking, Water pump plastic impeller breaks. Power: 116–122 PS.

MINI Paceman (N18B16, 2013–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner Wear, Turbo Oil Feed Line Coking — Turbo Damage, Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak. Power: 184–190 PS.

MINI Roadster (N18B16, 2012–2015) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain and Chain Tensioner Wear, Turbo Oil Feed Line Coking — Turbo Damage, Oil Filter Housing Gasket Leak. Power: 184 PS.

MINI (IB1P25B, 2020–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall: high-voltage battery moisture ingress / fire risk, 12V battery drains / fails, High-voltage battery capacity loss. Power: 184 PS.

What to watch out for with the MINI MINI? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the MINI MINI F55 have? +
The MINI MINI F55 has 57 known engine weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used MINI MINI F55? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: N16B16 (1.6L), B38A12 (1.2L Turbo), B38B15 (1.5L Turbo), B48B20 (2.0L Turbo). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the B48B20 (2.0L Turbo). Problem engine: N18B16 (1.6L Turbo) — stay away!
Which MINI MINI F55 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the MINI MINI F55 — rated: "Legendary!". {description} 192 hp four-cylinder turbo with 280 Nm — the real fun machine of the F56. Direct turn-in, firm suspension, a genuine go-kart on a B-road.
Is the MINI MINI F55 worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the MINI MINI F55 — 5 of 9 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the MINI MINI F55? +
The MINI MINI F55 is available with engine variants from 75 to 306 hp. Petrol: N16B16 (1.6L), N18B16 (1.6L Turbo), B38A12 (1.2L Turbo), B38B15 (1.5L Turbo), B48B20 (2.0L Turbo). Diesel: N47C20 (2.0L Diesel), B37C15 (1.5L Diesel), B47C20 (2.0L Diesel).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee