Oil Specification by Engine
| Engine | Oil grade | BMW specification | Capacity (inc. filter) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (1.5 / 2.0) | 0W-20 | BMW LL-17 FE+ | check handbook |
| Diesel (2.0) | 5W-30 | BMW LL-04 | check handbook |
MINI shares BMW’s engines and LL specs. The latest models may specify 0W-20 (BMW LL-17 FE+). Capacities vary by engine — confirm by VIN.
Not sure which spec you need? The required BMW LL number is on the oil filler cap; the engine code is in section D.2 of your V5C.
Recommended Engine Oils
Petrol — 0W-20, BMW LL-17 FE+
Any 5W-30 listing BMW LL-17 FE+
Any 0W-20 carrying BMW LL-17 FE+ suits the petrol engines.
Diesel — 5W-30, BMW LL-04
Castrol EDGE 5W-30 M (BMW LL-04)
Low-SAPS 5W-30 carrying BMW LL-04 for the diesel DPF.
BMW LL-17 FE+, LL-04 and LL-17 FE+ — Which Does Your MINI Need?
MINI uses BMW’s Longlife oil system. Petrol engines use 5W-30 LL-17 FE+; diesels use low-SAPS 5W-30 LL-04 to keep the DPF clear. The latest BMW/MINI engines move to a thinner 0W-20 LL-17 FE+, which is not backward-compatible — confirm via the handbook or filler cap before using it.
Oil Change Intervals
MINI condition-based servicing can stretch to ~2 years or up to 18,000 miles, calculated by the car. Many owners halve this (12 months / ~9,000 miles) to protect the turbo, timing chain and (on diesels) the DPF.
Tip: always reset the service counter and fit a new filter with the oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What engine oil does a MINI Countryman take?
Petrol engines use 0W-20 to BMW LL-17 FE+; diesels use 5W-30 to BMW LL-04. The newest MINIs may use 0W-20 LL-17 FE+ — check the filler cap.
Is MINI oil the same as BMW?
Yes — MINI is part of BMW and uses the same BMW Longlife (LL-17 FE+ / LL-04 / LL-17 FE+) specifications.
Can I use 0W-20 in my MINI?
Only if it specifies BMW LL-17 FE+. Most MINIs use 5W-30 (LL-17 FE+ petrol / LL-04 diesel).
How much oil does it take?
It varies by engine — confirm in your handbook; the required BMW LL number is on the filler cap.
How we check fitment for this guide
We cross-reference fitment figures against manufacturer specifications and OE-supplier catalogue data where available, and matched to the standard codes that actually govern fit — battery type/group sizes, wiper lengths and fitting types, bulb fitment codes, tyre size markings, and oil specifications. We work by make, model, year, engine, and build date, because a single model can take different parts across its life. Where the right part depends on your exact vehicle, we tell you to confirm by registration or VIN. More on our method →