2025 MINI Countryman Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$38,900 to $46,900

Original MSRP

6.8
of 10

expert review

5.0

avg user rating

(1 review)

Pros

  • Multiple powertrain options

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

Cons

  • Dissatisfying steering

  • Poor ride quality

  • Unintuitive technology

6.8
out of 10
expert review
Look & feel
9/10
Technology
6/10
Performance
4/10
Safety
8/10
Form & function
8/10
Cost-effectiveness
6/10
Photo by Christian Wardlaw. 2025 MINI Countryman front quarter view.

The redesigned 2025 Mini Countryman is big on personality but short on refinement.

Redesigned this year, the 2025 Countryman grows in size but remains a small crossover SUV. Expressively styled, infused with parent company BMW’s engineering and technology, and packed with cheeky Mini quirks, the Countryman is available in S All4, John Cooper Works All4, and electric SE All4 model series, each equipped with standard All4 all-wheel drive (AWD). It can comfortably hold rear-seat passengers, carries a competitive amount of cargo, and remains fun to drive.

Verdict: With prices starting at around $45,000 in Canada before fees, the Mini Countryman sells in entry-level luxury territory. However, anyone expecting plush refinement will want to shop elsewhere because the Countryman is decidedly rough around the edges. We begrudgingly accept its quirks in exchange for its personality, but many people likely won’t.

9/10

The new 2025 Countryman is fundamentally appealing, featuring traditional Mini cues including wide-eyed headlights, a floating roof in a choice of colours, and vertical Union Jack taillights, all wrapped in decidedly modern sheet metal. Depending on the model, paint, interior, and wheels, the Countryman can look like a typical conservative crossover or a custom-tailored performance SUV.

Before buying this new Mini, you must first decide which Countryman model to get. The Countryman S is the popular choice, the John Cooper Works (JCW) offers the most power and performance, and the SE is an electric model offering an estimated 341 kilometres of range. From there, you choose between the Premier and Premier+ packages (the latter is standard on the JCW), the Classic or Favoured style package (S and SE), and colour, wheel, interior, and equipment selections.

Canadian prices range from $49,269 for the Countryman S to $60,269 for the Countryman JCW, with the Countryman SE slotting in just above them at $63,269. Those prices the destination charge of $2,555 plus other fees.

Our Countryman S test vehicle had the U.S. equivalent of Premier+ trim, the Favoured style, bright British Racing Green paint, a body-colour roof, and 20-inch Windmill Spoke wheels. In addition, it featured Vintage Brown artificial leather seats, and an adaptive damping suspension. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) in Canada for this configuration is $57,569, including the destination charge and other fees.

We’re not crazy about the faint gold tint on the test model’s trim and wheels, though it’s appropriate for a Mini. The bright green paint wouldn’t be our first choice, either. But there’s no denying a Countryman with Favoured style and 20-inch wheels makes a bold statement. And Mini says you can customize the LED exterior lighting to three different themes.

When you select the Favoured style, you get Petrol Blue fabric made of recycled polyester on the dashboard, and it features soothing ambient light projections at night. That fabric continues onto the upper door panels, fading to Vintage Brown by the time it reaches the centre roof pillar. Those two colours match two of the three artificial leather choices, the other a beige that complements the gold-tinted exterior trim.

Overall, the Countryman is stylish, and the interior imparts a sense of quality. Together, the look and feel make this Mini seem like a bargain in a world full of boring crossover SUVs.

Christian Wardlaw
Published Aug 27, 2025 by Christian Wardlaw
Christian Wardlaw has 25 years of experience reviewing cars and has served in editorial leadership roles with Edmunds, J.D. Power, the New York Daily News, Autobytel, and Vehix. Chris prefers to focus on the cars people actually buy rather than the cars about which people dream, and emphasizes the importance of fuel economy and safety as much as how much fun a car is to drive. Chris is married to an automotive journalist, is the father of four daughters, and lives in Southern California.

User reviews for 2025 MINI Countryman

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by Ellen B
Oct 01, 2024
I love the features on this car for the money. I drove a Clubman for 12 years and I plan to own this one a long time as well. It’s so big for a Mini Cooper. The trim and features are just perfect. I needed an inexpensive second car and this is exactly what I wanted for 47k out the door. The tan leather seats with the new trim they have added are super fun. The rose gold metal trim in and outside of the car are a new fancy treatment that make this car look a bit more classy. Love it. Oct 01, 2024

2025 MINI Countryman Pricing

Original MSRP
$38,900 to $46,900
Price range
$51,006 to $56,887
Average price on CG
$51,006
YoY price change
$56,887 to $51,006

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Internet radio app: Spotify · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: cloth · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: simulated leather · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: with lighting · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 1.74

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: foldable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: MINI Operating System 9 · Infotainment screen size: 9.4 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power folding

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt/slide · Roof rails: black

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: rear pedestrian · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rear pre-collision warning system: rear-end impact · Rearview monitor: in dash · Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leatherette · Upholstery accents: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Kit: inflator kit

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.5

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: MINI Connected · Smart device app compatibility: MINI Connected · Smart device app function: horn/light operation · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Internet radio app: Spotify · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 100 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: cloth · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: simulated leather · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: voice recognition controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free · EV battery capacity: 66.5 kWh · EV on-board charger rating: 9.6 kW · Electric Charge Cord: 240 volt · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 308 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 230 · Electric Motor Torque: 364 · Electric motor charger: DC fast charging · Electric motor charger connector: SAE J1772 · Electric motor charging time (240V): 8.25 hours · Electric motor miles per charge: 212

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: foldable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: MINI Operating System 9 · Infotainment screen size: 9.4 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Apple CarPlay

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: lamp failure

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power folding

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Roof rails: black

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: battery disconnect · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: vibrating steering wheel · Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection · Rear pre-collision warning system: rear-end impact · Rearview monitor: in dash · Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leatherette · Upholstery accents: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.7

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: over-the-air map updates (OTA) · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: MINI Connected · Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa · Smart device app function: lock operation · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Internet radio app: Spotify · Premium Brand: Harman-Kardon · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 11 · 360 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Electronic parking brake: auto off · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Premium brakes: Brembo · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: cloth · Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: simulated leather · Steering wheel trim: leatherette

Convenience Features

Adaptive stop and go cruise control: fully automated · Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cargo cover: hard · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): USB-C rear · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 1.74

Engine

Battery: maintenance-free · Exhaust: performance

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: black · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: black · Paint: contrast roof · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black

Headrests

Adjustable rear headrests: foldable · Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: MINI Operating System 9 · Infotainment screen size: 9.4 in. · Smartphone integration: wireless Apple CarPlay

Instrumentation

Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: wiper activated · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 40-20-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power panoramic · Roof rails: black

Safety

Automatic emergency braking: intersection/junction cross · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Pre-collision warning system: intersection/junction cross · Rear pre-collision warning system: rear-end impact · Rearview monitor: in dash · Traffic sign recognition: adaptive speed limiting

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: contrast stitching · Upholstery accents: cloth

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Kit: tire sealant

Steering

Steering ratio: 13.5

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: MINI Connected · Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa · Smart device app function: maintenance status · Wifi: hotspot

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer