2017 MINI Countryman Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011
IIHS Crash Test
Good
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
21 -23 City / 30 -32 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
134 -189
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mary C
Mini cooper fan for life!
Driving my mini cooper is a highlight of my day. It is a fun to drive, low noise levels in the cabin, low impact, and I always feel safe. I decided to purchase a manual transmission countryman. Of all the stick shift cars I have had and driven, this is definitely the smoothest and easiest to operate. While I often get teased about the petite size of my car, it surprises me every time how much I can hold in it. From bikes and loads of luggage to picking up furniture, I have never been hindered by this incredible and compact car. It is all the benefits of a SUV and the sleekness of a Sudan combined into my favorite car I have ever had.
accountCircle Phuong L
Sleek, spacious, and reliable countryman mini.
There was no problem, until the recently into our 4th year. The motor mouth had to be replace and the battery recent went out and it cause the whole system need to reboot. The car performs excellent and very comfortable. The mini is a small car, but our countryman is very roomy and spacious. We really like the features. If we continue to lease, we would like the same model.
accountCircle Kal L
The wonderful balance of driving.
The car's performance is outstanding; the handling in all situations and weather always makes me feel safe while driving. The mileage is pretty good for a car with a good amount of power. Feeling safe is the best feature of the car. The tires are fantastic as well.
accountCircle Ziqing L
Mini countryman luxury car.
My mini countryman is a really nice and reliable luxury car. The 4 door built makes it convenient when I want to drive my family. The smaller built also makes it easier to find a parking spaces because I live in the city. It really stands out and you can open the trunk and sit on the car to watch the sunset.
accountCircle Ann H
Amazing mini country cooper s.
The mini countryman cooper s is a really great car and the driving feels very good but it cannot fit as much passengers as a normal car and have less storage room. The driving is very good and I feels very fitted to the driver like a sport car. The countryman is also more suitable for a family with kid.
accountCircle May K
It gets pretty good gas mileage and is easy to park.
I like that it is spacious and compact; it is easy to park. I do not like the bluetooth system or air conditioning system.
accountCircle Kelly P
Overall how unique this vehicle is compared to other makes.
I have had my mini for over 1 year now and so far so good. No problems yet. All features are great. I love that all mini models come equipped with such great extra features without jeopardizing the model so much. You do not have to spend a lot to have leather seats, sunroofs etc.
accountCircle Angela T
Great sporty car with a lot of functionality.
Love the sporty aspect of it, and also the way it drives and how the seats fold down, like an SUV. It is very functional yet very safe and nice to drive. I would highly recommend it to anyone who needs great fuel mileage and has small children or couples without children.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Fred R
It looks great but will cost you quite a bit of money to maintain
Find to drive, but gets poor mileage. Great steering and speed

MINI Countryman Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Cooper
134 HP 25-26 MPG 5 Seats
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Cooper S
189 HP 24-26 MPG 5 Seats
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2017 MINI Countryman Owner Reviews

4.65
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4 stars 15%
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1 star 5%
accountCircle Veronica M on April 30, 2021
I like that it is a small travel car.
I have yet to have any problems with my car. I have take it on several long trips without having to worry about it. Leather seats have been a great thing to have so that it does not stain as easily also. The gas mileage is great for a car for that size and I have enjoyed every minute of it.
accountCircle Karen K on March 28, 2021
My Mini Cooper is magnificent for its reliability and tight handling.
I love driving my Mini Cooper countryman and I am a loyal Mini Cooper customer! The car is reliable, has quick pick up, and never lets me down. The features that have made me become a loyal Mini Cooper fan is that this car is great on gas, provides great head room, and I love all the fancy electronic features and lights that other cars do not have. It is also a great conversation piece as I am always running into someone who inquires about my vehicle.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Melissa M.

It's a very stylish looking car and drives very well. It has excellent handling and seating is very comfortable. It has plenty of storage space. It had lots of hands free options. Has dual temp controls. Has a good sensor system for checking things like tire pressure, etc. It's a very fun and comfortable car to drive long distance.

likeFilled Trina S.

The pros it has been reliable. Love the leather seats. I also love the Bluetooth feature. Great gas mileage. Has great cargo space and I like that the lift gate swings up and that it is not the barn doors model. I also like the all wheel drive.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Melissa M.

The maintenance can be expensive. It is currently under warranty but when you have to pay for things like oil changes its more expensive than other cars. It does not have a spare tire only run flat tires which is fine if you are not traveling, but if you had a flat when traveling it might be more difficult to get fixed. Plus the specialty tires are more expensive.

dislikeFilled Trina S.

Cons of the vehicle. I did not own if very long before I had to replace the spark plugs. It was not very expensive but I thought that it was a little soon compared to other cars I had owned. I do not like that I have to use premium fuel in this car. If I do not use the premium fuel I can definitely tell when I try to accelerate.

Ranks #3 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2017 MINI Countryman has an average owner rating of 4.65 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 26 other Compact SUVs.

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2017 Subaru Crosstrek
4.68
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2017 Kia Soul
4.67
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2017 Kia Niro
4.65
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2017 MINI Countryman
4.65

Ranks #5 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2017 MINI Countryman has a combined MPG of 33 which ranks it #5 of 26 other Compact SUVs.

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2017 Kia Niro
52 MPG
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2017 Nissan Rogue
34 MPG
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2017 MINI Countryman
31 MPG

Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
(Not Rated)
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety