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This is the OEM Space Saver Spare Tire for Almost Every R- Series MINI Cooper - and it comes already balanced!

If you switched from run-flat tires to standard tires, more than likely, here is the spare you need. This MINI Spare uses the MINI factory Spare Wheel and we source the same size tire as offered on the early Cooper Spare. This spare is compatible whether you have 15", 16", or 17" tires - they all have the same approximate overall diameter.

This "space saver tire" set-up uses the genuine MINI factory spare wheel with a brand new tire for guaranteed fitment.


Which MINI Will This Spare Tire Fit?

This spare tire fits the following Cooper and Cooper S Models:

  • 2002-2006 R50 Hardtop
  • 2005-2008 R52 Convertible
  • 2002-2006 R53 Hardtop
  • 2007-2013 R56 Hardtop
  • 2008-2014 R55 Clubman
  • 2009-2015 R57 Convertible
  • 2012-2015 R58 Coupe
  • 2012-2015 R59 Roadster

For MINI Countryman R60 and Paceman R61 spare tire(s), see G2NMW7611


Spare Tire Fitment Notes:

  • For both the MINI Cooper Non-S and S
  • This Spare Tire is NOT compatible with 2007+ JCW Model

Does The MINI Spare Tire Fit on Front and Rear?

Where the Space Saver Spare tire fits depends on one thing…the kind of brakes you have - but we recommend the spare tire be used only in the rear.

If your MINI has the Limited Slip option, install the spare tire on the rear.


Other Spare Tire Parts You Might Want To Consider

This spare tire fits perfectly in our  MINI Cooper Spare Tire Storage Bag. Or you can get both the tire and the storage bag in our MINI Cooper Spare Tire and Storage/Carrying bag set.


Why Buy This Tire From Mini Mania?

You can buy the wheel from the dealer, tire from a tire shop (if you can find one) and get it mounted and balanced - but why bother, we did all the work for you! Mounted, balanced, and ready-to-use.

Plus, the hub diameter from 'similar' space-saver tires are most likely the wrong size.

And, our 'space saver tire' set-up uses the genuine MINI factory spare wheel with a brand new tire for guaranteed fitment. This is important if you plan to mount the spare under the rear on R50, R52 or R56 Cooper models, or if you are considering mounting under the rear floor on Clubmans. We've found the non-MINI wheels do not fit well.


Spare Tire Storage Options

This spare tire can be stored on the UNDERSIDE of the following MINIs:

  • 2002-2006 R50 Cooper Hardtop
  • 2005-2008 R52 Cooper Convertible
  • 2007-2013 R56 Cooper Hardtop
  • 2009-2015 R57 Cooper Convaertible
  • 2012-2015 R58 Cooper Coupe
  • 2012-2015 R59 Cooper Roadster

And you can store it in the REAR BOOT (though you may need to remove the rear parcel shelf) in these MINIs:

  • 2002-2006 R53 Cooper S Hardtop
  • 2005-2008 R52 Cooper S Convertible
  • 2007-2013 R56 Cooper S Hatchback
  • 2009-2015 R57 Cooper S Convertible

You can also store it UNDER THE REAR FLOOR on:

  • 2008-2013 R55 Clubman (though it may require additional parts, depending on original equipment)
  • 2008-2013 R55 Clubman (which will require additional parts)

Extra Storage Items You Might Need

Remember: THIS IS A TEMPORARY TIRE

This temporary spare tire is intended to get you directly home or directly to the nearest tire repair center. Get your flat fixed and back on your car AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. If you have the Limited Slip Differential option on your MINI, put the compact spare on the rear.


Spare Tire Recommendations

'Cold' inflation pressure: 60 psi

Lug Bolts* torque:

  • 2002 - 2006 All Models (to 7/11/2006): 88.5 ft lbs
  • 2007-2008 Convertible (from 7/11/2006): 103.3 ft lbs
  • 2007-2013 Hardtop (from 7/12/2006): 103.3 ft lbs
  • 2008-2014 Clubman: 103.3 ft lbs
  • 2009-2015 Convertible: 103.3 ft lbs

* Tighten the lug bolts in a criss-cross pattern.


Note from the MINI owners manual:  Immediately have the wheels checked using a calibrated torque wrench to ensure that the lug bolts are firmly seated, otherwise a serious accident could result if a wheel comes loose.


Spare Tire Specifications:
  • Wheel Size: 3.5J x 15 ET35
  • Tire Size: 115/70
  • Sidewall Height: 3.17"
  • Section Width: 4.53"
  • Overall Diameter: 21.34"
  • Circumference: 67.04"
  • Revs per mile: 974.70
  • Weight: Approx. 20 lbs.

Notes From the MINI Owner’s Manual:
  • Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of 50mph/80kph
  • You must expect changes in vehicle handling such as lower track stability during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering properties when close to the handling limit. These effects are more pronounced when driving with winter tires
  • Only one space-saver tire may be mounted at one time. Reinstall a wheel and tire of the original size as soon as possible
  • Check the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity and correct it if necessary. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly balanced.

Spare Tire Guide:
MODEL YEARS SPARE TIRE SPARE TIRE WITH BAG
R50 Hardtop 2002-2006 NMW7610 NMK7610
R53 Hardtop 2002-2006
R52 Convertible 2005-2008
R56 Hardtop 2007-2013
R55 Clubman 2008-2015
R57 Convertible 2009-2015
R58 Coupe 2012-2015
R59 Roadster 2012-2015
R60 Countryman 2011-2016 G2NMW7610 G2NMK7610
R61 Paceman 2013-2016
F56 Hardtop 2014-2022 G3NMW7610 G3NMK7610
F55 Hardtop 4-Dr 2015-2022
F57 Convertible 2016-2022
F54 Clubman 2016-2022 G3NMW7615 G3NMK7615
F60 Countryman 2017-2022

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This is the OEM Space Saver Spare Tire for Almost Every R- Series MINI Cooper - and it comes already balanced!

If you switched from run-flat tires to standard tires, more than likely, here is the spare you need. This MINI Spare uses the MINI factory Spare Wheel and we source the same size tire as offered on the early Cooper Spare. This spare is compatible whether you have 15", 16", or 17" tires - they all have the same approximate overall diameter.

This "space saver tire" set-up uses the genuine MINI factory spare wheel with a brand new tire for guaranteed fitment.


Which MINI Will This Spare Tire Fit?

This spare tire fits the following Cooper and Cooper S Models:

  • 2002-2006 R50 Hardtop
  • 2005-2008 R52 Convertible
  • 2002-2006 R53 Hardtop
  • 2007-2013 R56 Hardtop
  • 2008-2014 R55 Clubman
  • 2009-2015 R57 Convertible
  • 2012-2015 R58 Coupe
  • 2012-2015 R59 Roadster

For MINI Countryman R60 and Paceman R61 spare tire(s), see G2NMW7611


Spare Tire Fitment Notes:

  • For both the MINI Cooper Non-S and S
  • This Spare Tire is NOT compatible with 2007+ JCW Model

Does The MINI Spare Tire Fit on Front and Rear?

Where the Space Saver Spare tire fits depends on one thing…the kind of brakes you have - but we recommend the spare tire be used only in the rear.

If your MINI has the Limited Slip option, install the spare tire on the rear.


Other Spare Tire Parts You Might Want To Consider

This spare tire fits perfectly in our  MINI Cooper Spare Tire Storage Bag. Or you can get both the tire and the storage bag in our MINI Cooper Spare Tire and Storage/Carrying bag set.


Why Buy This Tire From Mini Mania?

You can buy the wheel from the dealer, tire from a tire shop (if you can find one) and get it mounted and balanced - but why bother, we did all the work for you! Mounted, balanced, and ready-to-use.

Plus, the hub diameter from 'similar' space-saver tires are most likely the wrong size.

And, our 'space saver tire' set-up uses the genuine MINI factory spare wheel with a brand new tire for guaranteed fitment. This is important if you plan to mount the spare under the rear on R50, R52 or R56 Cooper models, or if you are considering mounting under the rear floor on Clubmans. We've found the non-MINI wheels do not fit well.


Spare Tire Storage Options

This spare tire can be stored on the UNDERSIDE of the following MINIs:

  • 2002-2006 R50 Cooper Hardtop
  • 2005-2008 R52 Cooper Convertible
  • 2007-2013 R56 Cooper Hardtop
  • 2009-2015 R57 Cooper Convaertible
  • 2012-2015 R58 Cooper Coupe
  • 2012-2015 R59 Cooper Roadster

And you can store it in the REAR BOOT (though you may need to remove the rear parcel shelf) in these MINIs:

  • 2002-2006 R53 Cooper S Hardtop
  • 2005-2008 R52 Cooper S Convertible
  • 2007-2013 R56 Cooper S Hatchback
  • 2009-2015 R57 Cooper S Convertible

You can also store it UNDER THE REAR FLOOR on:

  • 2008-2013 R55 Clubman (though it may require additional parts, depending on original equipment)
  • 2008-2013 R55 Clubman (which will require additional parts)

Extra Storage Items You Might Need

Remember: THIS IS A TEMPORARY TIRE

This temporary spare tire is intended to get you directly home or directly to the nearest tire repair center. Get your flat fixed and back on your car AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. If you have the Limited Slip Differential option on your MINI, put the compact spare on the rear.


Spare Tire Recommendations

'Cold' inflation pressure: 60 psi

Lug Bolts* torque:

  • 2002 - 2006 All Models (to 7/11/2006): 88.5 ft lbs
  • 2007-2008 Convertible (from 7/11/2006): 103.3 ft lbs
  • 2007-2013 Hardtop (from 7/12/2006): 103.3 ft lbs
  • 2008-2014 Clubman: 103.3 ft lbs
  • 2009-2015 Convertible: 103.3 ft lbs

* Tighten the lug bolts in a criss-cross pattern.


Note from the MINI owners manual:  Immediately have the wheels checked using a calibrated torque wrench to ensure that the lug bolts are firmly seated, otherwise a serious accident could result if a wheel comes loose.


Spare Tire Specifications:
  • Wheel Size: 3.5J x 15 ET35
  • Tire Size: 115/70
  • Sidewall Height: 3.17"
  • Section Width: 4.53"
  • Overall Diameter: 21.34"
  • Circumference: 67.04"
  • Revs per mile: 974.70
  • Weight: Approx. 20 lbs.

Notes From the MINI Owner’s Manual:
  • Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed of 50mph/80kph
  • You must expect changes in vehicle handling such as lower track stability during braking, longer braking distances and changes in self-steering properties when close to the handling limit. These effects are more pronounced when driving with winter tires
  • Only one space-saver tire may be mounted at one time. Reinstall a wheel and tire of the original size as soon as possible
  • Check the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity and correct it if necessary. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire assembly balanced.

Spare Tire Guide:
MODEL YEARS SPARE TIRE SPARE TIRE WITH BAG
R50 Hardtop 2002-2006 NMW7610 NMK7610
R53 Hardtop 2002-2006
R52 Convertible 2005-2008
R56 Hardtop 2007-2013
R55 Clubman 2008-2015
R57 Convertible 2009-2015
R58 Coupe 2012-2015
R59 Roadster 2012-2015
R60 Countryman 2011-2016 G2NMW7610 G2NMK7610
R61 Paceman 2013-2016
F56 Hardtop 2014-2022 G3NMW7610 G3NMK7610
F55 Hardtop 4-Dr 2015-2022
F57 Convertible 2016-2022
F54 Clubman 2016-2022 G3NMW7615 G3NMK7615
F60 Countryman 2017-2022

 
 
Question:
Will any year New MINI Cooper space saver spare work and fit in well on my 2009 Cooper S?
Answer:
As long as its a 4 lug most likly. All the 4 lug tires that we carry are 15 inches and compatible with all the new non JCW mini's except the countryman and the paceman. Here is an example of one that would fit for your car https://www.minimania.com/part/NMW7610/Mini-Cooper-Spare-Tire-Space-Saver-15in-4-lug

All of the countryman and pacemen use a 17 inch 5 lug version which are the lifted minis that can have AWD, those would use this https://www.minimania.com/part/G2NMW7610-P/Mini-Cooper-Spare-Tire-Countryman-Paceman-Gen2-R60-R61

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
Will this tire fit a 2013 MINI Cooper Clubman S?
Answer:
Yes it will. It's compatible with 2008-2014 MINI Cooper Clubmans. As long as it's not a JCW, because rotors are too big for the spares to fit.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
Will this spare tire fit a 2013 Cooper S Roadster with 17" wheels? My stock tire size is 205/45R17. I ask because the outside diameter of this spare is listed as ~21" but the my tire is ~25".
Answer:
Yes, I see a 24.3" vs 21.3" or 3.0" difference in overall diameter. This means the hub will be riding about 1.5" lower on the side with the spare.
This is one of the reasons why the spare should go on the rear - so it will have minimal impact on the steering.
Back to your original question - yes, this is the correct spare for your 2013 R59 Roadster with the 205/45R17 tires.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
Will this spare tire fit a 2013 Cooper S Roadster with 17" wheels? My stock tire size is 205/45R17. I ask because the outside diameter of this spare is listed as ~21" but the my tire is ~25".
Answer:
Yes, I see a 24.3" vs 21.3" or 3.0" difference in overall diameter. This means the hub will be riding about 1.5" lower on the side with the spare.
This is one of the reasons why the spare should go on the rear - so it will have minimal impact on the steering.
Back to your original question - yes, this is the correct spare for your 2013 R59 Roadster with the 205/45R17 tires.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
We have a 2011 New MINI Cooper S Convertible (R57). Is there any way to mount this either under or in the trunk/boot area? Or can it ONLY sit free in the space?
Answer:
Unfortunately for the S models, there are no mounting kits available.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
Tengo Mini Cooper R-56 Tipo S del 2012 con aros 17 patrón 4x100,cual tamaño de spare tire me recomiendan...gracias
Answer:
Yes, the NMW7610 is the correct compact emergency spare tire for your 2012 R56 MINI Cooper S Hardtop. We recommend you use the spare tire on the rear.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
Just leased a 2020 Mini Cooper (classic-basic). Will this spare fit on my car. If I order the spare will I get the tools to change it also?
Answer:
Here is the correct emergency compact spare tire for your 2020 F55 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4-door model.
Tire change tools are available separately here.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts


 
 
 
 
Question:
Does this part include the wheel as well as the tire?
Answer:
This 'space saver tire' set-up uses the genuine MINI factory spare wheel with a brand new tire for guaranteed fitment.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
 
 
Question:
I have a 2002 Mini Cooper S. Looking for a spare tire kit. Any help would be appreciated.
Answer:
Here you go NMW7610 and NMA7688 or  NMA7689.

Mini Mania Tech Team

The MINI Cooper Parts and Accessories Experts

 
 
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