Convertible Diesel Engines
from £1,200 to £4,200
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: B47D20A, N47D16, N47D20, B37C15
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Convertible Diesel Engines
from £1,200 to £4,200
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: B47D20A, N47D16, N47D20, B37C15
Convertible Petrol Engines
from £1,200 to £3,900
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: N14B16A, N18B16A, B38A15A, B48A20A
Convertible Performance Engines
from £2,800 to £7,500
Rebuilt units from £2,800 · Common codes: N14B16C, N18B16C, B48A20A, W11B16A

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Every engine code fitted to the Mini Convertible across all generations, with technical specs, compatible variants and trims, known failure points, and average rebuilt prices from UK specialists. Select any engine code to compare quotes.
Extracted from detailed diesel engine families across Mini Convertible variants.

N47D16 - 1.6L Diesel
Main replacement triggers are timing chain wear, EGR / cooling faults and turbo-control issues.
Compatible variants
Avg. rebuilt price
£1,400 - £3,200
Supply only
Technical specifications
Common failures
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The Mini Convertible relies heavily on the N14/N18 turbo petrol, N47/B47 diesel, and W11 supercharged engines, all of which dominate UK replacement demand due to well-documented weak points. Every rebuilt engine supplied through EngineMarket includes upgraded internal components specifically designed to address the original Mini Convertible failure point -...
Mini Convertible N14 Timing Chain Failure
Most affected vehicles
Mini Convertible Cooper S (R57, 2007-2010, N14B16A & N14B16C)
Failure mileage range
60,000 - 90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
The N14B16A uses a rear-mounted timing chain routed behind the engine block. Inadequate oil flow to the hydraulic tensioner causes premature guide wear, chain stretch, and the notorious "death rattle" that precedes catastrophic valve-train failure.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Timing Chain Replacement | £2,200 - £3,400 | £1,300 - £2,100 | Engine removed, original chain, guides, and tensioner replaced with reinforced components. | Reliable if caught before noise develops. Adds ~60-80k miles to engine life. |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt Mini Convertible N14 Engine | £5,800 - £7,500 | £2,800 - £4,200 | Failed N14 unit swapped for a factory-spec rebuild with upgraded tensioner, guides, and bench-tested compression. Includes supply & fit and 12-month warranty. | Restores like-new reliability. Eliminates chain anxiety permanently. |
Our recommendation
If your Mini Convertible N14 is still quiet and below 60k miles, a preventative chain kit is the most cost-effective path. However, once rattling starts on cold starts, internal damage to guides and tensioner mounts is usually already present. At that stage, investing in a rebuilt N14 engine with upgraded timing components is significantly more reliable and often cheaper than paying dealer labour for a second repair.
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Every displacement officially fitted to the UK Mini Convertible range is detailed below, with compatible engine codes, generation years and common failure notes to ensure accurate replacement matching.
Introduced during the mid-life R57 generation, the compact 1.6-litre unit served as the efficient entry point for diesel buyers seeking lower running costs without sacrificing the model's signature agile handling. Built with a reinforced aluminium block and common-rail injection, this displacement quickly became the standard choice for urban Convertible drivers prioritising fuel economy over outright torque.
Engine Code(s)
N47D16
Compatible Models (UK)
Cooper D
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Rear-mounted timing chain tensioner wear, EGR valve clogging at higher mileage
Production Years: R57, 2009-2015
Get quotes for Mini Convertible 1.6L diesel engines
Choose your Mini Convertible engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early W11 supercharged units to the latest B48 turbo petrol and B47 diesel engines.
Diesel Mini Convertibles span the R57 and F57 generations, with the B47 2.0L now dominant in UK replacement enquiries due to its refined efficiency and improved timing chain design over the earlier N47.
Common Mini Convertible Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Diesel Mini Convertibles span the R57 and F57 generations, with the B47 2.0L now dominant in UK replacement enquiries due to its refined efficiency and improved timing chain design over the earlier N47.
Common Mini Convertible Diesel Engine Families
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Typical Diesel Models
Petrol powers every Mini Convertible generation, from the Chrysler-sourced W10/W11 units in the R52 through the problematic N14/N18 turbos in the R57 to the modern B38/B48 engines in the current F57.
Common Mini Convertible Petrol Engine Families
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No official hybrid, plug-in hybrid or pure electric Mini Convertible variants were sold in the UK market; all replacements focus on conventional petrol and diesel combustion engines.
Important Notes
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This technical timeline covers all major Mini Convertible engine changes from launch to present, organised by year so owners can quickly identify their exact unit and compare rebuilt engine prices from UK specialists.
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