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Mini Countryman (2017 to 2024)

Expert Rating

Used car score:

63
%
C

This model is no longer on sale or in production, so it doesn't have a New Car Expert Rating score.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

68
%
C

Safety Rating:

49
%
D

Eco Rating:

72
%
A

Reliability Rating:

57
%
D

Running Costs:

71
%
B

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

Used car score:

63
%
C

This model is no longer on sale or in production, so it doesn't have a New Car Expert Rating score.

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

68
%
C

Safety Rating:

49
%
D

Eco Rating:

72
%
A

Reliability Rating:

57
%
D

Running Costs:

71
%
B

Summary


The Mini Countryman was a medium-sized five-door hatchback/crossover. This second-generation model went on sale in the UK in 2017, and has now been replaced by a new Countryman generation that includes electric models. Unlike most of the Mini range, it was built in Austria rather than Britain.

The Countryman fell somewhere between a mid-size hatchback (like the Ford Focus or Volkswagen Golf) and a similarly-sized SUV/crossover model (like the Nissan Qashqai or Ford Kuga). It was available in various levels of sportiness, such as Cooper, Cooper S and John Cooper Works.

Unlike the previous generation, the second-generation model is available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. On the other hand, the diesel models disappeared towards the end of the model’s lifespan due to the rapidly declining popularity of diesel engines across the car industry.

The Mini Countryman received consistently good reviews from the UK motoring media, although the plug-in hybrid tended to score better. On the other hand, the high-performance John Cooper Works model was not as well rated as the lower-order models.

No longer in production, the second-generation Mini Countryman holds a Used Car Expert Rating of C with a score of 63%. It scores top marks for its low CO2 emissions (helped by the plug-in hybrid version), while its running costs are also low. However, its media review scores were only average and its safety score is poor as its Euro NCAP rating has expired. Its reliability record is also below average.

Key specifications


Body style: Medium hatchback/crossover
Engines: petrol, plug-in hybrid
Price when new: From £29,290 on-road

Launched: Spring 2017
Last updated: Winter 2020/21
Replaced: Spring 2024


Media reviews


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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: May 2017
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 90%
Child protection: 80%
Vulnerable road users: 64%
Safety assist: 51%

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

The second-generation Mini Countryman was not assessed by Green NCAP during its production life.

Reliability rating


Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

The Mini Countryman has a below-average reliability score of 54%, according to workshop and extended warranty data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our partners at MotorEasy.

The majority of problems with the Countryman relate to its engine, which is unfortunately the most expensive claim category with an average repair cost of about £2,200. Another area to look out for is the braking system, although at least these faults are much cheaper with an average repair bill of around £250.

If you’re looking at a used Mini Countryman, make sure any extended warranty cover you purchase covers all of these potential problem areas.

Running cost rating


Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models42 mpgD37 – 45 mpgC – D
Diesel models54 mpgB50 – 58 mpgB – B
Plug-in hybrid models158 mpgA149 – 166 mpgA – A
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models153 g/kmB143 – 185 g/kmB – C
Diesel models139 g/kmB129 – 149 g/kmA – B
Plug-in hybrid models41 g/kmA40 – 42 g/kmA – A
Battery rangeAverageScoreVariationScore
Plug-in hybrid models32 milesE29 – 51 milesC – E
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models23B16 – 38A – C
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£189A
Year 2£481A
Year 3£794A
Year 4£1,041B
Year 5£1,380A
Overall£3,885A

The Mini Countryman range is a fairly inexpensive car to own and run, according to whole-life cost information provided to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

The petrol models are not very fuel efficient, which is the biggest concern. The diesels are better but are no longer available new, so you’re limited to looking at the used car market. The plug-in hybrid model looks amazing on paper, but this is largely a function of inadequate EU/UK government lab testing that results in basically useless figures for plug-in hybrids – there are no real-world scenarios where you’re going to travel for 158 miles on one gallon (4.5 litres) of petrol and a bit of electricity…

The battery range on the plug-in hybrid isn’t great, but could still be enough for your day-to-day driving if you’re gentle on the accelerator pedal.

The good news is that insurance and servicing costs are likely to be very competitive, with an excellent set of results in these categories.

Similar cars


If you’re looking at the Mini Countryman, you might also be interested in these alternatives

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The Mini Countryman received good media reviews, with the plug-in hybrid scoring better and the JCW model not as well.Mini Countryman (2017 to 2024)