Should I Buy a Mini Countryman?

Complete buying guide for the Mini Countryman: best years, worst years, common problems, recall history, and reliability trends across all model years.

Best Years to Buy

These Mini Countryman model years have the fewest complaints and best reliability:

Years to Avoid

These model years have the most complaints and known issues:

Common Problems Across All Years

• Missing Fuel Pump Crash Protection Plate — 2 reports
• Moonroof Shattering — 1 reports
• Electrical System Failures — 1 reports
• Service Brake Defects — 1 reports
• Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunctions — 1 reports
• Airbag System Recall (Side/Window Thorax) — 1 reports
• Electronic Stability Control (Esc) Recall — 1 reports
• Unintended Airbag Deployment — 1 reports
• Inappropriate Braking During Turns — 1 reports
• Fuel Tank Valve Part Failure — 1 reports

All Model Years