"What Kind of MINI Cooper do I drive?"
It's very common that a lot of MINI Owners don't know the technical designation of the MINI Cooper they drive. Some refer to their MINI using their R or F-type, some by the model. And if you're one of those divers who aren't sure of what you drive, here's a handy guide to learning more about your MINI. (Skip to the Models Guide)
MINI Coopers Are Broken Down Into Generations (Gens)
BMW MINI made three significant styling and engine changes or updates since they first launch the new MINI Cooper in 2002. These updates are rolled out into three Generations:
Gen1 MINI: 2002-2008 | Gen2 MINI: 2007-2016 | Gen3 MINI: 2014+
To learn more about your Gen1 MINI - Click Here.To learn more about your Gen2 MINI - Click Here.
To learn more about your Gen3 MINI - Click Here.
What about the MINI Model Types?
In developing the generational changes, they updated the designs of the MINI Cooper, and just like BMW, they gave each new model different letters and/or digits that categorize and refer to the vehicle's chassis and body style.
MINI uses letter codes for chassis designations. They used “R” for their GEN1 and GEN2 Models, then changed to “F” for the GEN3. They also added a 2 digit identifier for each chassis type..
So, the R-type MINI Coopers designators are: R50, R52, R53, R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61
F-type MINI Coopers designator are: F54, F55, F56, F57, F60
But that's only the R and F identifications. What about the Model Names (Body Styles)?
What are The MINI Cooper Body Style Names?
Hardtop/Hatchback: R50, R53, R56, F55, F56
Convertible: R52, R57, F57
Clubman: R55, F54
Coupe: R58
Roadster: R59
Countryman: R60, F60
Paceman: R61
So, that's it in a nutshell. If you're not sure about which car you drive or would like to more specific information, search below.
P.S. - Ever wondered what the difference is between a MINI Cooper base model and a Cooper S? Check out our What's the difference between the MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S Article.
Generation 1 Models
R50 Hatchback/Hardtop (2002 - 2006)
(see MINI Cooper R50 parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper - (normally aspirated non-supercharged W10B16 engine)
R52 Convertible (2005 - 2008)
(see MINI Cooper R52 parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper (normally aspirated non-supercharged W10B16 engine)
MINI Cooper S (Supercharged W11B16 Engine)
R53 Hatchback/Hardtop (2002 - 2006)
(see R53 MINI Cooper parts page)

Models:
MINI Cooper S - (Supercharged W11B16 Engine)
Generation 2 Models
R55 MINI Clubman (2008 - 2014)
(see MINI R55 Clubman parts page)

Pre-Facelift Models (2008 - July 2010):
MINI Cooper (non-turbo N12B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (turbo N14B16A engine) 2008 - 2010 (thru Jul 2010 production)
Post-Facelift Models (2011 from Aug 2010 production - 2014):
MINI Cooper (non-turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (turbo N18B16A engine)
JCW MINI Cooper S Models:
(05/2010-06/2012) - turbo N14B16A engine)
(09/2012-2013) - turbo N18B16A engine)
R56 Hatchback (2007 - 2013)
(see MINI R56 Cooper parts page)

Pre-Facelift Models (2007- July 2010):
MINI Cooper (non turbo N12B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (turbo N14B16A engine)
Post-Facelift Models (Aug 2010 - 2014):
MINI Cooper (non turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (turbo N18B16A engine)
JCW MINI Cooper S Models:
07/2010-06/201 / (turbo N14B16A engine)
03/2012-2014 / (turbo N18B16A engine)
R57 Convertible (2009 - 2015)
(see MINI Cooper R57 parts and accessories)

Pre-Facelift Models – (2009 - thru Jul 2010 production):
MINI Cooper (non-Turbo N12B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (Turbo N14B16A engine)
Post-Facelift Models - (from Aug 2010 to 2015 production):
MINI Cooper (non-Turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (Turbo N18B16A engine)
JCW MINI Cooper S Models:
03/2010-06/2012 / (turbo N14B16A engine)
06/2012-2014 / (turbo N18B16A engine)
R58 Coupe (2012 - 2015)
(see MINI Cooper R58 parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper (non-Turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (Turbo N18B16A engine)
JCW MINI Cooper S Models:
01/2011-07/2012 / (Turbo N14B16A engine)
09/2012-2014 / (Turbo N18B16A engine)
R59 Roadster (2012 – 2015)
(see MINI Cooper R59 parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper (non-Turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (Turbo N18B16A engine)
JCW MINI Cooper S Models:
08/2011-06/2012 / Turbo N14B16A engine
07/2012-2014Turbo N18B16A engine
R60 Countryman (2011 - 2016)
(see R60 MINI Countryman parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper (non-Turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (Turbo N18B16A engine) including ALL4
R61 MINI Paceman (2013 - 2016)
(see MINI Cooper R61 parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper (non-Turbo N16B16A engine)
MINI Cooper S (Turbo N18B16A engine) including ALL4
Generation 3 Models
F54 Clubman (2016 - Now)
(see F54 MINI Clubman parts page)

Models:
MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S – July 2016- present
MINI Cooper, Cooper S ALL WHEEL DRIVE - March 2016- present
F55 Five Door Hatchback (2015 - Now)
(see MINI Cooper F55 parts and accessories)

Models:
MINI Cooper (B38A15A 1.5 liter 3-Cylinder engine)
MINI Cooper S (B48A20A 2.0 liter 4-Cylinder engine)
F56 Hatchback/Hardtop (2014 - Now)
(see F56 MINI Hatchback parts page here)

Models:
MINI Cooper (B38A15A 1.5 liter 3-Cylinder engine)
MINI Cooper S (B48A20A 2.0 liter 4-Cylinder engine)
F57 Convertible (2016 - Now)

Models:
MINI Cooper/Cooper S - Start of Production: November 2015 – 2017- present
JCW MINI Cooper Start of Production: March 2016 – 2017- present
F60 Countryman (2017 - Now)
(see F60 MINI Countryman parts page here)
Models:
MINI Cooper/Cooper S/JCW (FWD or ALL4) – Start of Production: March 2017 - present
MINI Cooper S E ALL4 plug-in hybrid – Start of Production: June 2017 - present
Mini Cooper Service and Maintenance Schedules for 1st Generation Minis
Mini Cooper Service and Maintenance Schedules for 2nd Generation Minis
Mini Cooper Service and Maintenance Schedules for 3nd Generation Minis
For a guide to performance parts, see:
Mini Cooper Performance Parts - An Upgrade Guide for your Mini
Maintenance parts Application Guides:
Mini Cooper Air Filter & Oil Filter Application Guide
Mini Cooper Wiper Blade Application Guide
Mini Cooper Brake Pads OEM Application Guide
Mini Cooper Brake Rotor OEM Application Guide
Mini Cooper Spark Plug Application Guide
Mini Cooper Ignition Maintenance and Upgrade Kit Application Guide
Mini Cooper Clutch Replacement Application Guide
Performance Parts Application Guides:
Mini Cooper Big Brake Kit BBK Application Guide
Mini Cooper Brake Rotor Upgrade Application Guide
Mini Cooper EBC Brake Pad Application Guide
Mini Cooper Cold Air Intake Application Guide
MINI Cooper Cat Back Exhaust Application Guide
Mini Cooper Turbo Application Guide
Mini Cooper Rear Sway Bar Application Guide
Mini Cooper Adjustable Rear Control Arms Application Guide
Mini Cooper Shocks & Struts Application Guide
Mini Cooper Wheels Application Guide
Mini Cooper Performance Upgrade Kits Gen3 F55 F56 F54 F57
BODY STYLE | DOORS |
REAR | SEATS | GENERATION | MODEL YEARS | MODEL DESIGNATION |
HARDTOP / HATCHBACK | 2-Door | Hatch | Front & Rear | 1st Generation | 2002-2006 | R50 for the Mini Cooper (Set Your Car and Shop for a R50.) R53 for the Mini Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R53 .) |
2nd Generation | 2007-2013 | R56 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R56.) | ||||
3rd Generation | 2014-2020 | F56 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop Shop for a F56.) | ||||
4-Door | Hatch | Front & Rear | 3rd Generation | 2015-2022 | F55 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a F55.) | |
CONVERTIBLE | 2-Door | Trunk | Front & Rear | 1st Generation | 2005-2008 | R52 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R52) |
2nd Generation | 2009-2015 | R57 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R57.) | ||||
3rd Generation | 2016-2022 | F57 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a F57.) | ||||
CLUBMAN | 3-Door | Split Doors | Front & Rear | 2nd Generation | 2008-2014 | R55 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R55.) |
4-Door | 3rd Generation | 2016-2022 | F54 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a F54.) | |||
COUPE | 2-Door | Trunk | Front only | 2nd Generation | 2012-2015 | R58 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R58.) |
ROADSTER | 2-Door | Trunk | Front only | 2nd Generation | 2012-2015 | R59 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S (Set Your Car and Shop for a R59.) |
COUNTRYMAN | 4-Door | Hatch | Front & Rear | 2nd Generation | 2011-2016 | R60 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S and ALL4 (Set Your Car and Shop for a R60.) |
3rd Generation | 2017-2022 | F60 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S and ALL4 | ||||
PACEMAN | 2-Door | Hatch | Front & Rear | 2nd Generation | 2013-2016 | R61 for both the Mini Cooper and Cooper S and ALL4 (Set Your Car and Shop for a R61.) |