How much HP can the N18 handle?
Estimated results for N18 performance tuning Following a stage 2 mod, you should be looking at around 250-260bhp and between 350-400nm of torque. For a MINI Cooper JCW with an N18 engine, we’d expect to see around 245-255bhp and around 350nm torque after a stage 1 modification.
What cars have the N18 engine?
N18 was fitted to R56 Cooper S from 2010 and JCW from 2012.
Does the N18 have timing chain Problems?
A common fault with the N18 MINI engine is a loose and noisy timing chain. This is an issue that relates to the chain tensioner becoming less efficient and in some cases even failing. You can find out more about the MINI timing chain and death rattle issue by checking out our BLOG.
Which Mini Cooper has the N18 engine?
N18 was fitted to R56 Cooper S from 2010 and JCW from 2012. .
Are MINI ones fast?
In reality, the 0-62mph time has only dropped from 10.5 seconds to 9.9, but it feels so much faster than that. The new turbo will be a lot cheaper to run, too, promising 61.4mpg economy and 108g/km emissions.
Which MINI has the most horsepower?
302-HP Mini John Cooper Works GP Is Powerful and Production-Ready
- Mini will unveil the production version of its John Cooper Works GP at the Los Angeles auto show.
- The GP will be the most powerful production Mini, with a 302-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter engine.
- Production will be limited to 3000 units.
What kind of mods can I add to my N18?
Typical stage 3 mods often include: Internal engine upgrades (pistons/head/valves), Competition cam, Twin charging conversions, Adding or Upgrading forced induction (turbo/supercharger), Engine balancing & blueprinting, . The N18 engines respond well to mods and thanks to their popularity there is a lot of mods and performance parts out there.
How much more power will an N18 add to my engine?
It will usually give you around 30% more power on turbocharged vehicles and 15% on NASP engines, but you mileage will vary depending on the parts you’ve done and the condition of your engine. Shoving more fuel and air into your N18 is the whole point to any engine performance tuning project.
What do I need to assemble a long block N18 engine?
This kit is everything you need to assemble a “long block” N18 engine. To install the engine in the car you will need this gasket kit R56 Gasket engine install finishing kit. If you want to install a new oil pump when you rebuild your engine order it here R56 Oil Pump kit includes oil pump, chain, gear and bolt
Is it worth upgrading the N18 turbo charger?
It’s not unheard of people spending a lot of money on turbo charger upgrades on the N18 only to watch the engine block explode on it’s first outing after it’s been enthusiastically driven. Larger capacity turbos tend to suffer low end lag, and low capacity turbos spool up more quickly but don’t have the peak end bhp gains.