MINI Mini R56 — Reliability

R56 2010–2013 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine N12/N16 · EP6 VTi (Prince NA) — 70/100 ACCEPTABLE
Known Issues 4

Engine in this model

ACCEPTABLE 70

N12/N16 · EP6 VTi (Prince NA)

1.6L I4

Naturally aspirated, port-injected Prince (MINI Cooper N12/N16, Peugeot/Citroen 1.6 VTi 120). No tur...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
High oil consumption - piston rings and valve stem seals N12/N16 · EP6 VTi (Prince NA) high —
Valve and cylinder-head damage after misfires N12/N16 · EP6 VTi (Prince NA) moderate —
Water pump, thermostat housing and coolant leaks N12/N16 · EP6 VTi (Prince NA) moderate —
Timing chain stretch and tensioner wear N12/N16 · EP6 VTi (Prince NA) moderate 75,000 km