Verdict
B
← Mini Cooper JCW · 2008-2014 · R56 JCW
Mini Cooper JCW R56 JCW
Headline trim: 1.6T JCW — 208 bhp, 0-60 in 6.1s.
BHP
208 bhp
0–60
6.1 s
Top speed
150 mph
MPG
33 mpg (US)
Used
$7,000-$19,000
Strengths
- Prince turbo torque
- Sharper than R53
- Six-speed manual
Weaknesses
- Timing chain Prince
- DI carbon
- Front splitter cracks
Notable tech
- BMW R56 platform
- Three-door (R56), Clubman (R55), Coupe/Roadster (R58/R59)
- 1.6 turbo Prince (BMW/Peugeot)
- Six-speed manual or 6AT
- GP Mk2 limited 218 bhp (2013)
Common issues
- Prince timing chain
- DI carbon build-up
- Front splitter cracks
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across R56 JCW's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
JCW 1.6T
BHP208
Torque260 Nm
0–606.1 s
Top150 mph
MPG (US)33 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / 6AT
JCW GP 1.6T
BHP218
Torque260 Nm
0–606.3 s
Top150 mph
MPG (US)33 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT