
InformationWARNING
Loose objects or devices with a cable
connection to the vehicle, for example mobile
phones, can be thrown into the car's interior
while driving, for example in the event of an
accident or during braking and evasive maneu‐
vers. There is risk of injuries. Secure loose ob‐ jects or devices with a cable connection to the
vehicle in the car's interior. ◀
Removing
For storing bulky objects the cargo cover can
be removed.1.Detach the left and right retaining straps at
the tailgate.2.Pull the cargo cover out of the brackets on
the left and right.
Installing
1.Slide the cargo cover forward horizontally
into the two side brackets until it audibly
engages.2.Attach the left and right retaining straps at
the tailgate.
Enlarging the trunk
The concept
The trunk can be enlarged by folding down the
rear seat backrest.
The rear backrest is divided 60–40. The back‐
rest of the left seat is connected to the backrest
center section.
The sides can be folded down separately or to‐
gether.
Information WARNING
Danger of jamming with folding down the
backrests. There is risk of injuries or risk of
property damage. Make sure that the area of
movement of the rear backrest is clear prior to
folding down. ◀
WARNING
The stability of the child restraint system
is limited or compromised with incorrect seat
adjustment or improper installation of the child
seat. There is risk of injuries or danger to life.
Make sure that the child restraint system fits
securely against the backrest. If possible, adjust
the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and
correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats
and backrests are securely engaged. If possible,
adjust the height of the head restraints or re‐
move them. ◀
WARNING
With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured
load can be thrown into the car's interior, for
example in case of an accident, braking or eva‐
sive maneuver. There is risk of injuries. Make
sure that the backrest engages into the locking
after folding it back. ◀
WARNING
With a rear backrest that is not locked,
the protective function of the middle safety belt
is not guaranteed. There is risk of injuries or
danger to life. If you are using the middle safety
belt, lock the wider rear backrest. ◀Seite 151Interior equipmentCONTROLS151
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WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when moving
the head restraint. There is risk of injuries.
Make sure that the area of movement is clear
when moving the head restraint. ◀
Folding down rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrest can be folded down
from the front or from the trunk.
Before the rear seat backrest is folded down,
hook the corresponding safety belt into the belt
buckle on the side.1.Pull the release upward to release the rear
seat backrest.2.Fold the rear seat backrest forward.
Folding back the backrest
WARNING
With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured
load can be thrown into the car's interior, for
example in case of an accident, braking or eva‐
sive maneuver. There is risk of injuries. Make
sure that the backrest engages into the locking
after folding it back. ◀
Fold up the backrest and press it into the latch.
Make sure that the safety belt is not pinched.
Adjusting the backrest tilt WARNING
The stability of the child restraint system
is limited or compromised with incorrect seat
adjustment or improper installation of the child
seat. There is risk of injuries or danger to life.
Make sure that the child restraint system fits
securely against the backrest. If possible, adjust
the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and
correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats
and backrests are securely engaged. If possible,
adjust the height of the head restraints or re‐
move them. ◀
To transport bulky items, the trunk can be ex‐
panded by setting the backrests at a steeper
angle.1.Release the backrest, and tilt it forward.2.Fold the frame up until it engages.3.Fold back and engage the rear seat back‐
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Grasp the cargo floor panel in the rear and fold
slightly upward. Next, pull it backward from the
supports.
The cargo floor panel can be removed from the
trunk above the tail lamps.
Lower position
▷Larger objects can be transported.▷Space for smaller objects remains between
the fixed and variable trunk floor.
Folded up position
WARNING
Improper use of the variable cargo floor
panel can lead to a danger of objects flying
about during braking and evasive maneuvers.
There is risk of injuries and risk of property
damage.
▷Do not use the variable cargo floor panel to
separate the cargo area and vehicle interior
in the sense of a partition net.▷Only use the variable cargo floor in the
folded-up position when the backrests are
folded up and locked.▷Always secure cargo against shifting, using
straps, belts and lashing eyes, for exam‐
ple. ◀
Fold up the cargo floor panel in the lower posi‐
tion and push it behind the locks, arrow.
You've reached the maximum cargo height.
Upper position
▷With the backrests folded down, a long, flat
loading surface is produced.▷For 3-door models:
Maximum load in this position:
330 lbs/150 kg.▷For 5-door models:
Maximum load in this position:
441 lbs/200 kg.▷Space for objects remains between the
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LoadOn 3-door modelsOn 5-door models
The maximum load is the sum of the weight of
the occupants and the cargo.
The greater the weight of the occupants, the
less cargo that can be transported.
Stowing cargo
▷Cover sharp edges and corners on the
cargo.▷Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐
ble, directly behind and at the bottom of
the rear passenger seat backrests.▷Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not
occupied, secure each of the outer safety
belts in the opposite buckle.▷If necessary, fold down the rear backrests
to stow cargo.▷Do not stack cargo above the top edge of
the backrests.Securing cargo
Information WARNING
Improperly stowed objects can shift and
be thrown into the car's interior, for example in
the event of an accident or during braking and
evasive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be
hit and injured. There is risk of injuries. Stow
and secure objects and cargo properly. ◀▷Small and light cargo: secure with retaining
straps or draw straps.▷Larger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo
straps.
Attach the cargo straps, retaining straps or
draw straps to the lashing eyes in the cargo
area.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
Without storage compartment package: to se‐
cure the cargo there are two lashing eyes, ar‐
row 1, in the cargo area.
With storage compartment package: to secure
the cargo there are six lashing eyes, arrows 1
and 2, in the cargo area.
Roof-mounted luggage
rack
Information Installation only possible with roof rack.
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microfiber cloth. Dampen cloth lightly with wa‐
ter. ◀
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
WARNING
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety
belt webbing. Missing protective effect of the
safety belts. There is risk of injuries or danger to
life. Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning
the safety belts. ◀
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Do not allow the switchs to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Carpets and floor mats WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit
the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is risk of an accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot
enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats
that are suitable for the vehicle and can be
safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose
floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
for example for cleaning. ◀
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐
rior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensor/camera lenses To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐
gent.Displays/Screens/Projection lenses
CAUTION
Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of
any kind can damage the surface of displays
and screens. There is risk of property damage.
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth. ◀
CAUTION
The surface of displays can be damaged
with improper cleaning. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Avoid pressure that is too high
and do not use any scratching materials. ◀
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
For stubborn soiling on the projection lens of
the Head-up Display, dampen the microfiber
cloth with alcohol. Extending projection lens,
refer to page 91.
Long-term
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be taken.
Further information is available from a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
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Everything from A to ZIndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 116
Acceleration Assistant, see Launch Control 74
Accessories and parts 8
ACC, see camera-based cruise control 120
Activated-charcoal filter 143
Active Cruise Control, see camera-based cruise con‐
trol 120
Additives, oil 198
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 49
Adjustments, steering wheel 57
After washing vehicle 222
Airbags 100
Airbags, indicator/warning light 101
Air circulation, see Recircu‐ lated-air mode 139, 142
Air conditioner 138
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 139, 141
Air distribution, manual 139, 142
Air flow, air conditioner 139
Air flow, automatic climate control 142
Air pressure, tires 180
Air vents, see Ventilation 143
Alarm system 43
Alarm triggering 43
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 189
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 146
Alternative oil types 198
Antifreeze, washer fluid 70
Antilock Brake System, ABS 116
Anti-slip control, see DSC 116
App, MINI Motorer’s Guide 6
Approved axle load 229
Arrival time 86
Ash tray 149
Assistance when driving off 119
Assist system, see Intelligent Safety 109
AUTO intensity 142
Automatic car wash 221
Automatic climate con‐ trol 140
Automatic Curb Monitor 55
Automatic deactivation, Front- seat passenger airbags 102
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 96
Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 142
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 72
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 141
AUTO program, intensity 142
Auto Start/Stop function 64
Average fuel consumption 86
Average speed 86
Axle loads, weights 229 B
Backrest curvature, see Lum‐ bar support 50
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 216
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 214
Battery, vehicle 214
Being towed, see Tow-starting and towing 218
Belts, safety belts 51
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 154
Bonus range, GREEN Mode 169
Bottle holder, see Cu‐ pholder 154
Brake assistant 116
Brake discs, break-in 160
Brake pads, break-in 160
Braking, hints 161
Breakdown assistance 216
Break-in 160
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 89
Bug light 206
Bulb replacement 205
Bulb replacement, front 206
Bulb replacement, rear 208
Bulb replacement, side 211
Bulbs and lights 205
Button, Start/Stop 62
Bypassing, see Jump-start‐ ing 216
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Recommended fuelgrade 178
Recommended tire brands 189
Refueling 176
Remaining range 82
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, blocking 35
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 39
Remote control, replacing the battery 34
Remote control, univer‐ sal 145
Replacement fuse 215
Replacing parts 204
Replacing the battery, remote control 34
Replacing wheels/tires 188
Reporting safety malfunc‐ tions 10
RES CNCL button, see camera- based cruise control 120
RES CNCL button, see Cruise control 126
Reserve warning, see Range 82
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 104
Retaining straps, securing cargo 164
Retreaded tires 189
Roadside parking lights 96
RON recommended fuel grade 178
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 229
Roof-mounted luggage rack 164
RSC Run Flat System Compo‐ nent, see Run-flat tires 190
Rubber components, care 223
Run-flat tires 190 S
Safe braking 161
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passenger
seat 52
Safety belts 51
Safety belts, care 224
Safety switch, windows 46
Safety systems, airbags 100
Saving fuel 166
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver 204
Sealant 190
Seat belts, see Safety belts 51
Seat heating, front 51
Seating position for chil‐ dren 58
Seats 49
Selection list in instrument cluster 85
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 72
Sensors, care 224
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service CBS 202
Service requirements, dis‐ play 82
SET button, see camera-based cruise control 120
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 126
Settings, locking/unlocking 43
Settings, mirrors 55
Settings on Control Display 88
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 73
Shift point indicator, Head-Up Display 92
Side airbag 100
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 43
Sitting safely 49
Size 228 Slide/tilt glass roof 47
Snow chains 193
Socket 149
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 203
Spare fuse 215
Spare tire, see Emergency wheel 212
Speed, average 86
Speed limit detection, on‐ board computer 86
Speed limiter, display 83
Speed Limit Information 83
Speed warning 88
Split screen 23
Sport displays 87
Sport displays, Head-up Dis‐ play 92
Sport instruments, cockpit 93
SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 118
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 73
Stability control systems 116
Standard view, Head-up Dis‐ play 91
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 64
Start/Stop button 62
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 63
Status control display, tires 104
Status information, onboard monitor 23
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering wheel, adjusting 57
Steptronic Sport transmission, see Steptronic transmis‐
sion 72
Steptronic transmission 72
Stopping the engine 63
Storage compartments 153
Storage, tires 189
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