Country Man Diesel Engines
from £1,200 to £4,500
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: N47D20C, N47D20A, B47D20A, B47C20A
Get quotes today from trusted UK Mini Country Man engine specialists. Compare prices on reconditioned, rebuilt and used engines - supply & fit available nationwide.
Country Man Diesel Engines
from £1,200 to £4,500
Rebuilt units from £1,200 · Common codes: N47D20C, N47D20A, B47D20A, B47C20A
Country Man Petrol Engines
from £1,400 to £4,200
Rebuilt units from £1,400 · Common codes: N18B16A, N16B16A, B48A20A, B38A15A
Country Man Performance Engines
from £2,200 to £6,500
Rebuilt units from £2,200 · Common codes: N18B16C, B48A20A, N47D20C (Cooper SD)

Most replacements completed within 3-5 days.
See typical UK rebuilt engine costs for Mini Country Man variants - compare failure causes, codes, fuel types and price ranges to benchmark market rates.


Rated 4.8 out of 5 by 1,081 verified customers who sourced reconditioned and used Mini Country Man engines through EngineMarket.
4.8
★★★★★
out of 5
1,081 verified reviews
“Thanks to EngineMarket, I saved over £1,200 on my engine replacement and got matched with a great local specialist within the hour.”
“Got three quotes within an hour and chose the best deal easily. The whole process was quick, clear and stress-free.”
“I wasn't sure what I needed, but they helped me identify the right engine and connected me with a trusted garage.”
“Thanks to EngineMarket, I saved over £1,200 on my engine replacement and got matched with a great local specialist within the hour.”












Not sure which variant your Mini Country Man is- Enter your registration number above - we'll identify the exact sub-model, engine code and compatible replacement options instantly.

Every engine code fitted to the Mini Country Man 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 Country Man variants.

N47D20C - 2.0L 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
Not sure which engine code?
Can't find your engine code- Enter your registration number above - we'll instantly identify the exact unit, its technical specifications, and live replacement prices from UK Mini Country Man engine specialists. Every rebuilt engine comes with a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty.

The Mini Country Man delivers premium hatchback dynamics, but its reliance on high-strung BMW PSA-derived powertrains means specific failure points dominate UK repair enquiries. Timing chain degradation in the R60 N47 and N18 families, coupled with turbo wastegate faults and EGR cooler fractures in the F60 B48 and B47 units, account for the majority of Mini...
Mini Country Man Timing Chain Failure
Most affected vehicles
Mini Country Man R60 Cooper D, Cooper SD, Cooper, Cooper S, One D (2010-2016, N47D20C, N47D20A, N18B16C, N16B16A)
Failure mileage range
60,000 - 90,000 miles
Typical failure window
Root cause
The rear-mounted timing chain design in these generations relies on a single tensioner that loses hydraulic pressure during cold starts, combined with narrow oil feed channels that starve the upper guides. Over time, the chain stretches and the plastic guides shatter.
Repair options & estimated costs (UK ranges)
| Repair tier | Dealer price | Specialist price | What it involves | Longevity / suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minor - Preventative Timing Chain Kit Replacement | £1,400 - £1,800 | £900 - £1,200 | Removes the engine sump and valve cover, installs upgraded metal tensioner, revised guides, and new chain before catastrophic failure. | 80,000+ miles if oil intervals are strictly followed. Only viable while chain stretch is under 1%. |
| Intermediate - Top-End & Timing Component Refresh | £2,200 - £2,800 | £1,400 - £1,900 | Addresses advanced rattle by replacing tensioner, chain, sprockets, and oil pump drive. Includes cylinder head inspection for valve timing errors. | Restores factory timing accuracy. Suitable if bottom-end bearings show no wear on borescope inspection. |
| Full Replacement - Rebuilt / Reconditioned Mini Country Man Engine | £3,500 - £4,800 | £1,600 - £3,200 | Complete unit swap featuring factory-spec assembly, upgraded timing chain kit, new water pump, and bench-tested compression/oil pressure. Includes 12-month warranty and full supply & fit. | Lifetime solution. Eliminates all inherited wear, carbon buildup, and latent tensioner weaknesses in one installation. |
Our recommendation
If your Mini Country Man exhibits the characteristic cold-start rattle under 75,000 miles and oil pressure remains stable, investing in the specialist preventative kit is the most cost-effective route. Once the rattle is audible at all speeds or warning lights appear, the chain has likely jumped time and damaged valves. At that stage, a rebuilt Mini Country Man engine with upgraded tensioners delivers far better long-term reliability and lower total cost than a partial top-end repair.
Compare rebuilt N47 and N18 Mini Country Man engine prices today
Every engine type is available through the UK network with typical price ranges based on variant, engine code and budget.
Compare Mini Country Man engine prices with vetted UK suppliers
All engine types include a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty when sourced through EngineMarket. Prices are typical UK market ranges based on historical quote data from our network and depend on exact engine code, variant, mileage and supplier. Use our free comparison tool above - enter your registration to get tailored quotes for your specific Mini Country Man within hours.

Every displacement fitted to the Mini Country Man is listed here, with compatible engine codes, production years and common failure notes to help you identify the right replacement.
The 1.6L diesel powered early R60 Country Man variants as the entry-level oil burner, offering strong fuel economy but sharing the N47 family's known timing chain vulnerabilities. This compact unit was primarily fitted to One D and base Cooper D models before the 2.0L became the diesel staple.
Engine Code(s)
N47C16A, N47D16
Compatible Models (UK)
One D (R60, 2010-2015), Cooper D
Power output
Verified by registration
Common Failure Points
Timing chain tensioner wear, EGR valve clogging at higher mileage
Production Years: R60, 2010-2016
Get quotes for Mini Country Man 1.6L diesel engines
Choose your Mini Country Man engine by fuel type to compare realistic replacement prices, known issues, and compatible UK supply options - from early R60 N47 diesels to the latest F60 B48 petrol and PHEV variants.
Diesel powertrains dominate UK replacement enquiries across both R60 and F60 generations due to their high motorway mileage and known timing chain vulnerabilities.
Common Mini Country Man Diesel Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Diesel Models
Diesel powertrains dominate UK replacement enquiries across both R60 and F60 generations due to their high motorway mileage and known timing chain vulnerabilities.
Common Mini Country Man Diesel Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Diesel Models
Petrol variants span naturally aspirated and turbocharged configurations, with the B48 and N18 families offering strong performance but specific turbo and oil management weaknesses.
Common Mini Country Man Petrol Engine Families
Found In
Known For
Typical Petrol Models
The Cooper SE PHEV combines a turbo petrol engine with electric motor torque, delivering low-emission urban driving with limited high-speed specialist replacement availability.
Mini Country Man PHEV Engine Codes
Found In
Important Notes
Not sure which fuel type your Mini Country Man has- Enter your registration number above to instantly identify your engine code, fuel system and compatible replacement options - all backed by a minimum 12-month unlimited mileage warranty from UK Mini Country Man specialists.

Covering every major engine change across the Mini Country Man production timeline, organised so UK owners can quickly identify their exact unit and compare rebuilt engine prices from verified specialists.
⚙Key Changes
▣Main Engines
N47C16A- 1.6L diesel (One D)
N47D20A- 2.0L diesel (Cooper D)
N47D20C- 2.0L twin-turbo diesel (Cooper SD)
N16B16A- 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol (One / Cooper)
N18B16A- 1.6L single turbo petrol (Cooper)
▰Popular Models
🔧Known For
Engine Codes Covered:
N47C16AN47D20AN47D20CN16B16AN18B16AN18B16C