MINIHatchEngines for Sale —Used & Reconditioned
Every MINI Hatch engine from R50 to F56/F55 — verified fitment by registration, fixed prices, UK delivery.
The MINI Hatch range is covered here with fixed, listed prices across 5 engine families, across all 3 generations sold in the UK since 2001. The primary engine codes are B37, B38, and B47. All supplied engines come with a standard parts warranty and are delivered to UK mainland addresses.
N12 (1.4)
One
Available
N16 (1.6)
One
AvailableN14 (early)
Cooper S
AvailableN18 (late)
Cooper S
Available12-Month Warranty
Warranty-backed supply
Verified Fitment
Checked by registration
UK Nationwide Delivery
Tracked mainland delivery
14-Day Returns
Uninstalled, full refund
Featured MINI Hatch Engines in Stock
Browse our current stock of MINI Hatch engines at fixed, listed prices. All units are available for UK delivery with a standard parts warranty included. We cover all 3 generations of the MINI Hatch sold in the UK.
Every Engine Fitted to the MINI Hatch
The MINI Hatch has used 5 distinct engine families across its three generations, plus one conditional early-era unit. Use the tabs below to browse by generation. Outputs shown are typical UK figures. A conditional hub (Tritec) is pending verification for the first-generation model.
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MINI Hatch Engine Price Guide by Generation
Prices vary by generation and engine condition. The table below shows the cheapest entry point for each generation based on current stock.
R50/R53
2001–2006
Price on request
R56
2006–2013
Price on request
F56/F55
2013–present
Price on request
Prices shown are current lowest listed prices and update as stock changes. The price on each listing is the price you pay — no hidden fees at checkout.
Used or Reconditioned — Which MINI Hatch Engine to Buy?
Used MINI Hatch engines
For the popular B-series engines (B38, B48, B37, B47), used units are widely available due to high production volumes across the BMW and MINI ranges. These modern engines are generally robust, and a well-sourced used unit offers excellent value for money, particularly for the high-volume petrol variants.
Reconditioned MINI Hatch engines
For older Prince (N14/N18) and Tritec engines, reconditioned units may be a safer bet given their age and potential for wear. The 1.6 diesel from the R56 era is less common but still available used. Reconditioning ensures worn components are replaced to factory tolerances, providing peace of mind for older, higher-mileage engine families.
MINI Hatch Engines Through the Generations
Hatch 2001-present
The first-generation MINI Hatch (R50/R53, 2001–2006) used a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine sourced from Chrysler (Tritec) in naturally aspirated and supercharged forms. The second generation (R56, 2006–2013) introduced the Prince family of 1.4 and 1.6 petrol engines, with turbocharging on Cooper S and JCW variants, plus a 1.6 diesel (PSA-sourced). A mid-life facelift in 2010 brought revised engine codes. The current third generation (F56/F55, 2013–present) switched entirely to BMW's B-series modular engines: 1.5 three-cylinder petrol (B38), 2.0 four-cylinder petrol (B48), and 1.5/2.0 diesels (B37/B47). Both 3-door and 5-door body styles share the same powertrains across all generations.
MINI Hatch Engine Buying FAQs
The MINI Hatch has used three main engine families: Tritec (2001–2006, 1.6 petrol), Prince (2006–2013, 1.4/1.6 petrol and a 1.6 diesel), and BMW B‑series (2013–present, 1.5/2.0 petrol and diesel). This gives a total of five core engine families across the model's UK history.
Check the V5C logbook for the engine number; the first characters indicate the engine family (e.g., B38, B48). Alternatively, use the registration number with an online parts catalogue, or consult the vehicle's PR code sticker (driver's door pillar) – codes like B38A or B48A identify the engine. For transition-year vehicles (2010, 2014), double-check both the logbook and the physical engine stamp.
For the popular B‑series engines, used units are widely available due to high production volumes. For older Prince and Tritec engines, reconditioned units may be a safer bet given their age and potential for wear. The 1.6 diesel from the R56 era is less common but still available used.
All GMC engine products include a standard parts warranty (terms vary by condition). Delivery is to UK mainland addresses. Contact GMC for specific warranty terms and delivery details before purchasing.
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