N47C16 1.6d
MINI · N47C16/W16D16 1.6 Diesel
2007–2014
"R56/R60 Cooper D/SD. BMW N47 derivative. Same timing chain concern as N47 but 1.6L version. Chain at rear. DPF on SD. Swirl flaps. Cooper D (109hp) less stressed than SD (143hp)."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 2
Timing chain (rear-mounted, N47 derivative)
▸Cold start rattle, failure without warning
Same N47 rear chain concern. Engine removal needed.
Αλυσίδα N47 πίσω — €2,000-5,000. ΚΡΙΣΙΜΟ.
DPF on Cooper SD
▸DPF warning, limp mode
Cooper SD (143hp) has DPF. City driving problematic.
DPF Cooper SD — εθνική τακτικά.
Models with N47C16 1.6d 2
Other MINI Engines
Tuning Potential
160hp Stage 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MINI N47C16 1.6d reliable?
The MINI N47C16 1.6d scores 55/100 with a verdict of CAUTION. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €2,400 and €6,200.
What are the common problems with the N47C16 1.6d?
The most common issues are:
- Timing chain (rear-mounted, N47 derivative) — critical, repair cost €2,000–€5,000, 80,000 km–150,000 km
- DPF on Cooper SD — high, repair cost €400–€1,200, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the MINI N47C16 1.6d?
How much does it cost to repair the N47C16 1.6d?
Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €2,400 to €6,200. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the N47C16 1.6d produced?
The MINI N47C16 1.6d was produced from 2007 to 2014. It is a 1560cc I4 diesel engine.
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