Warranty and technical condition of the part
The engine is sold with a 90-day warranty.
The warranty covers the engine itself; engine accessories are covered by a 30-day warranty.
The power unit was tested before removal and is in full working order.
Listing details
The offer applies to a complete engine.
The engine comes from a right-hand drive (RHD) vehicle. The wiring harness is not compatible with left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles and requires replacement or modification.
The Mini R55 R56 LCI Cooper 1.6 N47N Complete Engine with New Timing Chain is a complete powertrain unit from the diesel family, designed for facelifted Mini models of the R55 and R56 series. The engine features a modern diesel design, and the installation of a new timing chain enhances operational safety and predictability of the drivetrain.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 2219947-3
- Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 2219947
- Substitutable numbers: 11002219947, 2219947, 11002182339, 2182339, 11002219948, 2219948, 11002182341, 2182341, 13538506902, 8506902, 13537823460, 7823460
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Number of cylinders: 4
- Category: Engines
- Mileage: 59 000
Technical Characteristics of the Mini 1.6 N47C16A Engine
The presented complete diesel engine for Mini Cooper belongs to the N47 engine family, designed for economical yet dynamic driving. The four-cylinder configuration ensures balanced running, good flexibility across the entire RPM range, and efficient acceleration in both city traffic and on the open road.
The unit has been configured to work with the control systems used in the Mini R55 and R56 LCI, which facilitates integration with the vehicle's electronics and maintains factory operating parameters. The diesel design promotes low running costs while preserving favorable torque, which is important for daily use.
New Timing Chain and Benefits of a Complete Engine
A key advantage of this unit is the new timing chain, which significantly reduces the risk of common failures associated with wear of timing drive components in N47 family engines. Replacing the timing chain before installation in the car:
- increases the durability reserve of the entire drivetrain,
- reduces the risk of costly repairs in the future,
- simplifies service planning, as the reference point for subsequent inspections is unambiguous.
The fact that it is a complete engine simplifies the swap process – it reduces the number of components that need to be transferred from the old unit, thereby shortening installation time and minimizing the risk of workshop errors.
Intended Use, Compatibility, and Performance Parameters
The engine has been prepared for use in Mini Cooper models with R55 and R56 body styles after the facelift, where a diesel engine from the N47 family is required. By maintaining factory specifications and appropriate markings, it is possible to verify compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year based on part numbers and interchangeable numbers available in the technical specifications.
The unit features a four-cylinder configuration, which translates to predictable behavior under load and a good balance between performance and fuel consumption. The implemented diesel system promotes economical driving while providing adequate torque reserves at low and medium RPMs, which is particularly noticeable in daily use.
Additional operational information includes the unit's mileage, which allows the workshop and user to assess the potential for further engine operation and plan any service activities accompanying the installation (e.g., fluid changes or accessory component replacements).
Condition, Verification, and Practical Application
The offered engine is in used condition, which is important when planning the budget for vehicle repair or upgrade. The combination of a used unit with a new timing chain represents a sensible compromise between purchase cost and operational safety. This type of configuration is often chosen by workshops specializing in the Mini brand and by informed users who want to avoid common problems known from some diesel engines of this generation.
Before installation, the standard workshop procedure is recommended: leak testing, accessory verification, preparation of the cooling and lubrication systems, and adaptation of auxiliary components according to the requirements of the specific car instance. Thanks to this, the complete N47C16A engine can be efficiently adapted into the vehicle, ensuring stable operation and predictable parameters.
Mini Engines – Selecting the Right Unit and Technical Knowledge
If you are looking for other powertrain units from the same group, check the Mini engines available in our store to select the configuration best suited to your specific model and equipment version. Different engine variants allow you to choose a solution that matches both your budget and expected performance parameters.
When choosing a diesel engine from the N47 family, it is worth knowing the typical weak points of these designs and ways to minimize them. Our guide on problematic powertrains in popular models, available at the link: BMW E90 problematic engines – a practical guide to powertrains, may be helpful. Although it concerns a different model, it discusses design and operational issues similar to the N47 family, which facilitates informed selection and subsequent engine maintenance.
