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MINI Countryman: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 13, 2026
The MINI Countryman is a five-seat compact SUV that combines the brand’s playful road manners and distinctive style with more passenger and cargo room than smaller MINIs. Recent versions use standard all-wheel drive and come in gas, electric, and performance-focused forms.
The Countryman began as MINI’s larger, taller four-door crossover and has steadily become roomier and more versatile. Through each generation, it has kept the brand’s quick, playful feel and unconventional design. The latest redesign moved it further into compact-SUV territory while adding the first electric Countryman sold in the U.S.
Strengths
- It provides useful passenger and cargo space while remaining compact enough for everyday driving.
- Its quick, playful handling gives it more personality than a typical small SUV.
- Every 2027 Countryman has all-wheel drive for added confidence in poor weather.
- The electric SE ALL4 was rated for 216 miles of range in 2027.
- The John Cooper Works version brings real extra punch, with 312 horsepower in 2027.
- The round center display and distinctive design make the cabin feel different from more conventional SUVs.
Who it's for
The Countryman suits someone who likes MINI’s personality but needs one vehicle for commuting, passengers, errands, and year-round use. It makes the most sense for a small family, couple, or solo driver who wants a practical compact SUV without the anonymous feel of a more conventional one.
MINI Countryman lineup
The S ALL4 is the core gas Countryman, making it the straightforward pick for everyday driving. The Oxford Edition is a specially bundled version of the S ALL4 for shoppers who prefer its specific package rather than the regular model. Since the 2025 redesign, the SE ALL4 has served as the fully electric alternative; look for it when electric driving matters more than a gas engine. The John Cooper Works ALL4 sits at the performance end of the range and is the one to seek out for stronger acceleration and a more focused character.
MINI Countryman generations
From 2011 to 2027, the Countryman spans three generations. The current 3rd Generation — U25 arrived for 2025, following the 2nd Generation — F60 (2017–2024).
3rd Generation — U25 (2025–2027)
The third-generation Countryman is larger and has a completely redesigned cabin built around a 9.4-inch round touchscreen. It also marks the U.S. debut of the electric Countryman SE ALL4 and adds a 312-horsepower John Cooper Works model.
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2027Trim changes
The Oxford Edition continues unchanged, and the rest of the lineup carries over without notable updates.
2026Trim changes
The Oxford Edition joins the lineup. An updated Digital Key Plus setup also rolls out on most vehicles built from July 1, 2025.
2025New generation
A larger, fully redesigned Countryman arrives with a new cabin, updated driver-assistance technology, and the first electric Countryman sold in the U.S.
2nd Generation — F60 (2017–2024)
The second-generation Countryman moved to newer underpinnings and became larger and roomier. It brought an all-turbo gas lineup, more standard equipment, and the model’s first plug-in hybrid.
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2024Trim changes
The Classic trim returns across the range. Base Cooper models use this simpler trim for the generation’s final year.
2023Trim changes
The Untamed Edition joins the lineup, and Apple CarPlay becomes standard on every Countryman.
2022
Lane departure warning becomes standard across the lineup, and base Cooper models gain standard LED headlights.
2021Mid-cycle update
Refreshed front and rear styling arrives with standard LED lighting, an 8.8-inch touchscreen, and revised transmissions.
2020Trim changes
The Oxford Edition joins midyear. Driver-assistance features become standard, while the plug-in hybrid gets a larger battery and the John Cooper Works model rises to 301 horsepower.
2019
Feature packages and standard equipment are reorganized, but the vehicle itself carries over without a redesign or major mechanical update.
2018Trim changes
A rearview camera, rear parking sensors, and a driver-attentiveness monitor become standard across the lineup.
2017New generation
The larger, roomier F60 Countryman debuts with newer underpinnings, an all-turbo gas lineup, and more standard equipment. A plug-in hybrid joins later in the model year.
1st Generation — R60 (2011–2016)
The first Countryman introduced MINI’s taller crossover body with four conventional doors and a wide-opening tailgate. It also brought the brand’s first ALL4 all-wheel-drive system and a more flexible rear seating layout.
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2016
The first-generation Countryman carries over with only small package revisions before its 2017 replacement.
2015Mid-cycle update
Revised front-end details and small cabin updates arrive, along with standard rain-sensing wipers and automatic climate control.
2014
Heated side mirrors and washer jets become standard, along with a three-passenger rear bench and padded rear door armrests.
2013Trim changes
John Cooper Works ALL4 joins as the performance model. Bluetooth also becomes standard, and the doors, window switches, and rear seating are revised.
2012
The lineup carries over with added personalization choices but no significant changes to the engines, body, seating, or main equipment.
2011New generation
The Countryman launches as MINI’s first crossover and first four-door U.S. model, introducing ALL4 all-wheel drive and adjustable rear seating.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the MINI Countryman.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MINI Countryman an SUV or a hatchback?
The Countryman is a five-seat compact SUV. It has four conventional doors, a rear liftgate, and more passenger and cargo room than smaller MINIs, while keeping the brand’s distinctive shape and playful road manners.
Is the Countryman roomy enough for everyday use?
Yes. The Countryman is MINI’s most spacious and versatile model, with seating for five and a useful rear cargo area. Many older versions also have a sliding and reclining split rear seat, while the newest generation has 37 inches of rear legroom.
Does every MINI Countryman have all-wheel drive?
No. ALL4 is MINI’s name for all-wheel drive, and older Countrymans include both front-wheel-drive and ALL4 versions. Every U.S. Countryman in the third generation that began with 2025 uses all-wheel drive.
Does the MINI Countryman come as a hybrid or electric vehicle?
Yes, depending on the year. The 2018-2023 Cooper SE ALL4 is a plug-in hybrid with a gas engine and electric rear motor. From the 2025 generation onward, the SE ALL4 is fully electric, while gas-powered S ALL4 and John Cooper Works versions remain in the range.
Is the MINI Countryman a practical family car?
It can be. The Countryman seats five, has four full-size side doors, and offers more passenger and cargo space than smaller MINIs. Its compact size still suits city driving, while the flexible rear seating on many versions helps with children, luggage, and errands.
How many generations of the MINI Countryman are there?
There are three. The first generation covers 2011-2016, the larger second generation runs from 2017-2024, and the third generation begins with 2025. The newest version is larger again and has a cabin centered on a 9.4-inch round touchscreen.
What makes the Countryman feel different from a typical compact SUV?
The Countryman puts more emphasis on quick, playful handling and distinctive design than a conventional compact SUV. Newer models reinforce that character with a large round center display, while every generation mixes MINI styling with a taller and more useful body.
MINI Countryman Reviews
What owners are saying about the MINI Countryman.
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“This car is very versatile. It is great with fun driving and getting up and going when you want to play a little, however it is hardly noticeable what speed you are going so accidental speeding does happen. I did get the manual version and am having issues with running through the oil and the clutch slipping.”
“The MINI Countryman is very roomy and feels luxurious while having basic functionality.”
“We love our mini, it's unique and fun to drive. It gets good gas mileage, free maintenance and has road side assistance.”
“The Countryman is fun to drive, we like the bigger feel of it compared to our Cooper—we love all the new technology.”
“Leather seats. A real instrument panel instead of having everything on an OLED Monitor/Display, so when the Monitor goes out, so goes everything.”
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