Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 Cooper Countryman.
The 2015 Mini Cooper Countryman is a passenger car equipped with an Automatic (S6) transmission that delivers EPA fuel economy ratings of 25/29/27 mpg and specifies engine oil capacity at 4.5 qt with viscosities of 0W-40, 0W-30, or 5W-30. Within the 2011-2016 model generation where owner complaints ranged from a high of 118 in 2012 to a low of 18 in 2016, this specific year logged 53 total complaints primarily involving the Fuel/Propulsion System alongside six recalls. This performance places the 2015 model in the middle of the generation's reliability history, marking a substantial decrease from the peak complaint years while remaining above the lowest recorded figures.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI NS · NS CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427622446. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11427622446 |
| Engine air filter | 13717561235 alt 13717568728 |
| Spark plug | 12122293697 alt 12122158165 |
| Battery | 61217575326 alt 61217571896 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A87CC6 |
| Thermostat | 11518613804 alt 11518613803 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319127516 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Overall length | 151.2 in |
| Overall width | 68.1 in |
| Overall height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Curb weight | 2606 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 59.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 61/39 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 25 / 29 / 27 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 4.5 qt of 0W-40 / 0W-30 / 5W-30 engine oil, Castrol SAF-XO in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Castrol SAF-XO |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 0.8 qt |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 6.0-8.0 |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 6.0-6.5 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 9 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 18.4 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 7.3 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 18.0-22.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 23.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 134 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 134 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 134 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 134 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Spark Plug Gap | Not adjustable in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 14.8-19.2 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 47-680 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 140R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 480 cca |
| Pressure Test | 22 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 18-22 psi |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 26; Rear: 103 /; Front: 26 Replace; Front: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 81; Rear: 74 Use; Front: 81 Replace; Front: 84 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| 1 | 4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 130 | 4 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 1 | 6 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90 | 6 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 37 ft. lbs., Step 2: 150 | 37 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2015 Mini Cooper Countryman sits squarely in the most service-intensive stretch of its generation's federal record, trailing only 2014 across multiple categories. It carries 53 complaints, 6 recalls, 2 open investigations, and 395 TSBs — a profile matched only by 2014 (48 complaints, 7 recalls, 2 investigations, 439 TSBs), and a clear escalation from the quieter 2011-2013 years when complaints ranged from 29 to 118 and recalls rarely exceeded one per year. The complaint focus in 2015 is powertrain-heavy, with Fuel/Propulsion (8), Engine (7), Electrical (6), and Power Train (5) leading the field, and 3 crash-related filings, though no fire complaints were logged. The sharp drop in 2016 — to just 18 complaints, 1 recall, and 35 TSBs — suggests the latter half of the generation resolved or moved past these issues, but it also means 2015 buyers inherit the unresolved tail of the recall/TSB wave. The data doesn't specify a single root cause, but the density of TSBs and recalls implies that any 2015 example should be verified for completed recall campaigns before purchase. Bottom line: 2015 is workable but not the cleanest year in the lineup — a 2011 or 2013 model would carry a lighter recall and TSB load, while a documented, recall-completed 2015 is a reasonable but not standout buy.
All 53 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 395 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| M010424 | 2025-07-30 | Power Train | The automatic transmission limited warranty for the vehicle Selector Lever Magnetic Shift… |
| M010424 | 2024-08-12 | Power Train | For the eligible vehicles listed above, the limited warranty for the vehicle’s Selector… |
| M511616 | 2023-11-02 | Structure | Cavity protection applied to underside of the hood is leaking out onto the wheel arch… |
| M610607 | 2023-10-25 | Electrical System | MINI electrical systems have continued to develop over the past few years. As a result… |
| M540123 | 2023-08-01 | Structure | ?The panoramic roof sunblind does not close, or jams while closing. |
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4.5 qt of BMW rated LL-01 0W-40, 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 25 city / 29 highway / 27 combined mpg.