Driving stability control systemsVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Anti-lock Braking System
ABS
ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking.
The vehicle contains its steering power even
during full brake applications, thus increasing
active safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the en‐
gine.
Brake assistant
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the greatest possible
braking force boost. It reduces the braking dis‐
tance to a minimum during emergency stop.
This system utilizes all of the benefits provided
by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the emergency stop.DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
The concept
DSC prevents traction loss in the power wheels
when driving off and accelerating.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle conditions
such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Within the
physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehicle on
a steady course by reducing engine speed and
by applying brakes to the individual wheels.
Information Adapt your driving style to the situation, for an
appropriate driving style is always the responsi‐
bility of the driver.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, not
even with DSC.
Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety
margin by driving in a risky manner.
WARNING
When driving with roof load, e.g. with
roof-mounted luggage rack, driving safety may
not be ensured in driving-critical situations due
to the elevated center of gravity. There is risk of
accidents or risk of property damage. Do not
deactivate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when
driving with roof load. ◀
Indicator/warning lights The indicator lamp flashes: DSC controls
the drive and braking forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has
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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, e.g. in the
event of an accident or during braking and eva‐
sive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be hit
and injured. There is risk of injuries. Stow and
secure objects and cargo properly. ◀▷Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐
taining straps or with draw straps.▷Larger and heavy objects: secure with
cargo straps.
Attach the cargo straps, retaining straps or
draw straps to the lashing eyes in the trunk.
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.
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
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Securing
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Loading Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of
gravity when loaded, they have a major effect
on vehicle handling and steering response.
Therefore, note the following when loading and
driving:▷Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.▷Be sure that adequate clearance is main‐
tained for tilting and opening the glass sun‐
roof.▷Distribute the roof load uniformly.▷The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.▷Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.▷Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., tie with
ratchet straps.▷Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.▷Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler‐
ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
Rear luggage rack
General information Installation only possible with rear luggage rack
preparation.
Rear racks are available as special accessories.
Information Follow the installation instructions of the rear
luggage rack.
Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceleration
and braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.
SecuringCOOPER/COOPER D/ONE/ONE DCOOPER S/COOPER SD
The anchorage points, arrow 1, and the socket,
arrow 2, are located below the covers in the
bumper.
Remove the covers before installing the rear
luggage rack.
Power consumption
Before starting to drive, check the function of
the tail lamps of the rear luggage rack.
The rear luggage rack lights must not consume
more than:
▷Turn signals: 42 watts per side.▷Rear lights: 50 watts per side.▷Brake lights: 84 watts in total.▷Rear fog lights: 42 watts in total.▷Backup lamp: 42 watts in total.Seite 163LoadingDRIVING TIPS163
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Saving fuelVehicle features and op‐tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
General information Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance can influ‐
ence fuel consumption and environmental im‐
pact.
Remove unnecessary
cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts
following use
Remove roof or rear luggage racks which are
no longer required following use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.Close the windows and
glass sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
open results in increased air resistance and
raises fuel consumption.
Tires
General information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various
ways, e.g., tire size may influence fuel con‐
sumption.
Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflation
pressure at least twice a month and before
starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away without de‐
lay
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its operating temperature.
Look well ahead when
driving
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Technical dataVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Information
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can be
found in the approval documents, on labels on
the vehicle or can be obtained from a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,
roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version.
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MINI 3-doorWidth with mirrorsinches/mm76.1/1,932Width without mirrorsinches/mm68.0/1,727Heightinches/mm55.7/1,414LengthCooperinches/mm151.1/3,837Cooper Sinches/mm151.9/3,858John Cooper Worksinches/mmWheelbaseinches/mm98.2/2,495Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m35.4/10.8152.5/3,874
Interior lights during unlock‐ing 37
Interior lights with the vehicle locked 38
Interior motion sensor 44
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 56
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 145
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable 56
Internet site 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 81
Interval mode 68
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 210
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 71
Jump-starting 214
K
Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, see Comfort Ac‐ cess 41
Key Memory, see Personal Profile 36
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 71
Knee airbag 100
L
Label on recommended tires 186
Lamp replacement 203
Lamp replacement, front 204
Lamp replacement, rear 206
Lamp replacement, side 209
Language on Control Dis‐ play 88 Lashing eyes, securing
cargo 162
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 60
Launch Control 74
Leather, care 221
LED bug light 204
LED headlights 204
LED ring, central instrument cluster 88
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 203
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 25
Light 94
Light-alloy wheels, care 222
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 203
Lighter 147
Lighting 94
Lights and bulbs 203
Light switch 94
Load 162
Loading 161
Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 43
Locking, settings 42
Lock, power window 46
Locks, doors, and windows 61
Low beams 94
Low beams, automatic, see High-beam Assistant 96
Lower back support, mechani‐ cal 50
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack 162
Lumbar support, mechani‐ cal 50
M
Maintenance 200 Maintenance require‐
ments 200
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 81
Maintenance system, MINI 200
Make-up mirror 147
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 76
Manual air distribu‐ tion 137, 140
Manual air flow 137, 140
Manual mode, transmis‐ sion 72
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 55
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 174
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 128
Manual operation, rearview camera 130
Manual transmission 71
Manufacturer of the MINI 7
Marking, run-flat tires 187
Master key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Maximum cooling 139
Maximum speed, display 82
Maximum speed, winter tires 187
Measurement, units of 88
Medical kit 214
Menu in instrument cluster 84
Menus, refer to onboard mon‐ itor operating concept 20
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 76
Microfilter 138, 141
MID - program, driving dy‐ namics 117
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MINI maintenance sys‐tem 200
MINIMALISM Analyser 169
MINIMALISM info 168
Minimum tread, tires 185
Mirrors 55
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 159
Mobility System 188
Mode, GREEN Mode 165
Modifications, technical, refer to Own Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 204
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Mounting of child restraint systems 59
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14
Multimedia, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
N Navigation, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Neck restraints, front, see Head restraints 53
Neck restraints, rear, see Head restraints 54
New wheels and tires 186
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 217
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 201
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 131
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade 176
Odometer 80
Office, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Oil 195 Oil, adding 196
Oil additives 197
Oil change 197
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements 81
Oil filler neck 196
Oil types, alternative 197
Oil types, suitable 197
Old batteries, disposal 213
On-board computer 84
On-board computer, refer to On-board computer 84
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 201
Onboard monitor 18
Onboard monitor operating concept 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 202
Opening/closing via door lock 39
Opening/closing with remote control 37
Operating menus, onboard monitor 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control 140
Own safety 7
P
Paint, vehicle 221
Panoramic glass sunroof 46
Parallel parking assistant 132
Park Distance Control PDC 126
Parked-car ventilation 141
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 160
Parking aid, see PDC 126
Parking assistant 132
Parking brake 66
Parking lights 94
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 55 Pathway lines, rearview cam‐
era 130
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 126
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 112
Performance Control 116
Personal Profile 36
Phone, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 47
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 45
Plastic, care 222
PostCrash 114
Power failure 213
Power windows 44
Prescribed engine oil types 197
Pressure, tire air pressure 178
Pressure warning, tires 106
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file 36
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof 47
Protective function, win‐ dows 45
Push-and-turn switch, see Controller 19
R Radiator fluid 198
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control 34
Radio ready state 62
Radio, refer to Integrated Owner's Manual
Rain sensor 68
Rear fog lights 97
Rear lights 206
Rear luggage rack 163
Rearview camera 129
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Rear window de‐froster 138, 140
Recirculated-air filter 141
Recirculated-air mode 137, 140
Recommended fuel grade 176
Recommended tire brands 186
Refueling 174
Remaining range 81
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, blocking 35
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 38
Remote control, replacing the battery 34
Remote control, univer‐ sal 143
Replacement fuse 213
Replacing parts 202
Replacing the battery, remote control 34
Replacing wheels/tires 186
Reporting safety malfunc‐ tions 10
RES CNCL button, see camera- based cruise control 119
RES CNCL button, see Cruise control 124
Reserve warning, see Range 81
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 103
Retaining straps, securing cargo 162
Retreaded tires 187
Roadside parking lights 95
RON recommended fuel grade 176
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 227
Roof-mounted luggage rack 162
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 217 RSC Run Flat System Compo‐
nent, see Run-flat tires 187
Rubber components, care 222
Run-flat tires 187
S
Safe braking 159
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passenger
seat 52
Safety belts 51
Safety belts, care 222
Safety switch, windows 46
Safety systems, airbags 99
Saving fuel 164
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver 202
Screw thread for tow fit‐ ting 218
Sealant 188
Seat belts, see Safety belts 51
Seat heating, front 51
Seating position for chil‐ dren 58
Seats 49
Selection list in instrument cluster 84
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 71
Sensors, care 223
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service CBS 200
Service requirements, dis‐ play 81
SET button, see camera-based cruise control 119
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 124
Settings, locking/unlocking 42
Settings, mirrors 55
Settings on Control Display 87 Shift paddles on the steering
wheel 73
Shift point indicator, Head-Up Display 91
Side airbag 99
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 43
Sitting safely 49
Size 226
Slide/tilt glass roof 46
Snow chains 191
Socket 147
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 201
Spare fuse 213
Spare tire, refer to Emergency wheel 210
Speed, average 85
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 85
Speed limiter, display 82
Speed Limit Information 82
Speed warning 87
Split screen 23
Sport displays 86
Sport displays, Head-up Dis‐ play 91
Sport instruments, cockpit 92
SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 117
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 72
Stability control systems 115
Standard view, Head-up Dis‐ play 90
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 64
Start/Stop button 62
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 63
Status control display, tires 103
Status information, onboard monitor 23
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