Produced between 2007 and 2011, the 1.6-liter 16-valve Mini Cooper D W16D16 engine was mounted on the Clubman station wagon in the rear of the R55 and the three-door Hatch in the rear of the R56. A diesel engine with 90 horsepower was fitted to the Mini One D model between 2009 and 2013. These diesels are part of the broad PSA 1.6 HDi line.
W17D14, W16D16, N47C16A, N47C20A, B37C15A, and B47C20A are MINI diesel engines.
Specifications
| Production years | 2007-2011 |
| Displacement, cc | 1560 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 109 |
| Torque output, Nm | 240 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 75 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 88.3 |
| Compression ratio | 18.0 |
| Features | DOHC, intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain & belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GT1544V |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.8 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Mini Cooper D 2009) — city — highway — combined |
4.9 3.7 4.1 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~290 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Mini Clubman R55 in 2007 – 2010;
- Mini Hatch R56 in 2007 – 2011.
Disadvantages of the Mini W16D16 engine
The camshaft cams in these diesel engines were rapidly worn out during the initial years of production;
Additionally, timing phases frequently deviate because of the chain’s stretching between the camshafts;
The turbine’s life is significantly shortened by a clogged coarse oil filter;
The burnout of refractory washers beneath the nozzles is the source of carbon formation;
The remaining issues are related to the EGR valve and particulate filter contamination.