The 2012 Mini Cooper-Countryman runs on premium unleaded (required).
The 2011 Mini Cooper-Countryman runs on premium unleaded (required).
The 2013 Mini Cooper-Countryman runs on premium unleaded (required).
The 2014 Mini Cooper-Countryman runs on premium unleaded (required).
A 2012 would most likely use 5w20.
If it is a CVT transmission then yes you can use cvt gearbox oil in a mini cooper.
The 2012 MINI Cooper runs on premium unleaded (required).
The 2012 Mini Cooper-Roadster runs on premium unleaded (required).
The 2012 Mini Cooper-Coupe runs on premium unleaded (required).
The 2012 Mini Cooper-Clubman runs on premium unleaded (required).
The manufacturer recommends that you use 10W-30 motor oil in your 2006 Mini Cooper. Use in extreme climates may call for a heavier oil, like 10 W40.
yes, i use royal purple.