The Mini Paceman is a compact car built from 2013 to 2019. Engines offered: 4-cyl. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Paceman is
The Mini Paceman is a compact car that Mini built from 2013 to 2019 — 7 model years. It has been offered with 4-cyl power. Its closest sibling in the Mini range: Countryman.
Mini Paceman tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Paceman owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Mini Paceman have? Power & range
The Mini Paceman is offered with 1 powertrain — 1.6L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Mini Paceman, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl | 1.6L · 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
The Paceman by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Mini Paceman. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Paceman | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
| Insurance | $1,291/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 30 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Mini Paceman?
The Paceman is a compact car, built from 2013 to 2019. Engines offered: 4-cyl.
What is the Mini Paceman warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Paceman reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Paceman?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
More in Mini
| Model | Years | Recalls | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Cooper | 2002–2010 | 33 | 32 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Mini Countryman | 2011–2026 | 23 | 98 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Mini Hardtop | 2009–2026 | 15 | 32 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Mini Cooper Convertible | 2004–2026 | 9 | 32 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Mini Clubman | 2008–2024 | 19 | 32 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Mini Cooper Roadster | 2012–2015 | 4 | 30 mpg | 4.0/5 |