N14
MINI · N14 Prince 1.6T (pre-LCI)
2006–2010
"R56 Cooper S pre-LCI. BMW/PSA Prince engine. Timing chain failure, carbon buildup, high-pressure fuel pump, turbo oil line leak. Replaced by much better N18. Avoid."
Mileage Risk Timeline
When problems typically appear — enter your mileage to see your risk zone
Known Issues 2
Timing chain failure
▸Rattle, timing codes, engine failure
N14 Prince engine — chain stretches and can snap. Much worse than successor N18.
Αλυσίδα N14 — ΚΡΙΣΙΜΟ. €1,000-3,000. Αποφύγετε pre-LCI R56.
High-pressure fuel pump failure
▸Hard start, limp mode
HPFP dies early on N14. Common and expensive.
HPFP — €500-1,200. Πρώιμη αστοχία.
Other MINI Engines
Tuning Potential
230hp Stage 1 but chain risk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MINI N14 reliable?
The MINI N14 scores 45/100 with a verdict of AVOID. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €1,500 and €4,200.
What are the common problems with the N14?
The most common issues are:
- Timing chain failure — critical, repair cost €1,000–€3,000, 40,000 km–100,000 km
- High-pressure fuel pump failure — high, repair cost €500–€1,200, 40,000 km–80,000 km
How much does it cost to repair the N14?
Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €1,500 to €4,200. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the N14 produced?
The MINI N14 was produced from 2006 to 2010. It is a 1598cc I4 petrol turbo engine.
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