2022 MINI Countryman Plug-in Hybrid
MSRP Range: $41,500 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
2022 MINI Countryman Plug-in Hybrid


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The Countryman has always been Mini's answer to those who love the fun and spunky nature of the brand but need more practicality. Thanks to its quick acceleration and playful handling, the Countryman absolutely remains true to the badge. However, limited practicality, the absence of Android Auto, and an interior past its expiration date all limit the Countryman's appeal to a broader audience.
Pricing
Total MSRPThis price includes a $850 destination fee charged by the manufacturer. | $42,350 |
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Edmunds suggests you pay | $38,414 |
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2022 Mini Countryman Review

byChristian Wardlaw
Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.
Pros
- Exterior and interior design sets it apart from competitors
- Uses higher-quality materials than subcompact rivals
- Fun driving experience
Cons
- Front seats are confining
- Small cargo area
- Engines require premium fuel
What's new
- Minor exterior styling updates
- New digital instrument cluster
- New Oxford special edition
- Part of the second Countryman generation introduced for 2017
Overview
It comes as no surprise that Mini's biggest model is little in comparison to its rivals. The 2022 Mini Countryman is a small crossover SUV that offers more passenger and cargo space than any other Mini, but it remains cramped when measured against similarly priced competitors.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 MINI Countryman Cooper SE ALL4 4dr Wagon AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.32 per gallon for premium unleaded and $0.15 per kWh for electricity in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$146/mo for Countryman Cooper SE ALL4
Countryman Cooper SE ALL4
vs
$180/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Mini says the Countryman will hold five adults, but four will undoubtedly be happier. Cargo volume measures as much as 17.6 cubic feet behind the rear seat, with items stacked to the roof. Fold it down, and the Countryman can swallow up to 47.6 cubic feet of whatever you need to haul. This is considerably less than what you can shove into, say, a Mazda CX-5, but the appeal of the Countryman has never been fully tied to utility anyway.
Mini sells four distinctly different versions of this SUV. Each includes a turbocharged engine, but with vastly different power output and performance. All-wheel drive is available, and there is a plug-in hybrid electric version offering about 17 miles of electric range before switching to gas-electric hybrid operation and returning an EPA-estimated 29 mpg in combined driving. Every Countryman is nimble and enjoyable to drive, though the standard engine accelerates sluggishly.
Where the Countryman shines brightest is with regard to its personality and personalization options. There's nothing quite like a Mini Countryman in terms of its exterior and interior design, and if you custom order one, you can combine paint, stripe, wheel, roof, upholstery and trim selections in a way that almost guarantees you won't see another exactly like it.
What's it like to live with?
Edmunds spent a year testing a 2018 Mini Countryman SE Hybrid. While the Countryman has received a number of updates since our test ended, most of our impressions and observations still hold true. We found the Countryman to be quick and relatively fun to drive, though as a whole it left us wanting a little more.
Edmunds Expert Rating
good
7.8/10
Edmunds Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
The Countryman has always been Mini's answer to those who love the fun and spunky nature of the brand but need more practicality. Thanks to its quick acceleration and playful handling, the Countryman absolutely remains true to the badge. However, limited practicality, the absence of Android Auto, and an interior past its expiration date all limit the Countryman's appeal to a broader audience.
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Performance
8.0/10
How does the Countryman drive? The Cooper S version, which is what we tested, accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 7.1 seconds. Our biggest gripe with the Countryman's acceleration is the engine's lazy response when pulling away from a stop. Once underway, the turbocharged engine is punchy around town and helpful getting up to highway speeds quickly. The Countryman's brakes provide solid stopping power for panic braking but are occasionally grabby and abrupt in slow-moving traffic.
As you would expect, the best part of the Mini Countryman's driving experience is in the way it handles a twisty road. The steering is accurate and gives you a decent feel of the road. Overall, the Countryman is fun and can easily cruise down a back road quicker than most everything else in the class.
As you would expect, the best part of the Mini Countryman's driving experience is in the way it handles a twisty road. The steering is accurate and gives you a decent feel of the road. Overall, the Countryman is fun and can easily cruise down a back road quicker than most everything else in the class.
Comfort
8.0/10
How comfortable is the Countryman? If you're at all familiar with the Mini driving experience, the somewhat firm ride will likely go unnoticed. But buyers new to a Mini might find the ride bordering on stiff. The front seats feel firm and a bit confining at first but ultimately offer good support over longer distances.
Road noise is commendably low, but the Countryman's near vertical windshield and frameless side windows create noticeable wind noise. Engine and exhaust sounds are nicely subdued and only enter the cabin when you're driving more aggressively.
Road noise is commendably low, but the Countryman's near vertical windshield and frameless side windows create noticeable wind noise. Engine and exhaust sounds are nicely subdued and only enter the cabin when you're driving more aggressively.
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Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? The overall layout of the Countryman's interior has not changed in quite some time. It's distinctive-looking, including the limited instrumentation and chrome toggle switches. The controls are easy to figure out, and the knob for the infotainment system helps you quickly navigate most of the high-level functions.
Thanks to the Countryman's raised ride height, getting in and out is fairly easy and is helped by the short-length front and rear doors. Inside, all passengers will enjoy more room than you might expect given the profile view of the Countryman. Only rear visibility falls a bit short of what we expect in this class.
Thanks to the Countryman's raised ride height, getting in and out is fairly easy and is helped by the short-length front and rear doors. Inside, all passengers will enjoy more room than you might expect given the profile view of the Countryman. Only rear visibility falls a bit short of what we expect in this class.
Technology
7.5/10
How’s the tech? The Countryman's long and narrow infotainment screen (a sacrifice to the Mini's interior style) looks a bit small alongside some of its competition, but crisp graphics and good contrast make it easy to read. Far less impressive is the lack of Android Auto compatibility. Apple CarPlay is here, but Android phone users will need to make do with a simple Bluetooth connection. On the flip side, the Harman Kardon audio system makes good use of the Countryman's cabin and provides clean sound with ample power.
Front and rear seat passengers should bring USB-C cables or adapters because the Countryman uses them exclusively, with two ports in the front and two in the back.
Front and rear seat passengers should bring USB-C cables or adapters because the Countryman uses them exclusively, with two ports in the front and two in the back.
Storage
7.0/10
How’s the storage? The Countryman might be the biggest Mini but it's far from the most practical vehicle in its class. With a modest 17.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, the Countryman trails competitors such as the Audi Q3 (23.7 cubes) and Mercedes-Benz GLB (22 cubes). The Mini does have 40/20/40-split folding rear seats, but the seatback releases are only accessible from the rear passenger doors, not the cargo area.
Up front, the Countryman offers a fair amount of nicely sized storage bins. Sunglasses, phones and other small items will all have a home. The door pockets aren't cavernous but add to the practicality.
Up front, the Countryman offers a fair amount of nicely sized storage bins. Sunglasses, phones and other small items will all have a home. The door pockets aren't cavernous but add to the practicality.
Fuel Economy
8.0/10
How’s the fuel economy? We tested the Mini Countryman S with all-wheel drive, and that model gets an EPA-estimated 26 mpg combined. That's slightly better than the class average. Over our 115-mile mixed-driving evaluation route, our test vehicle managed a 28.8 mpg, indicating the EPA's estimates are accurate. Premium fuel is recommended.
Value
8.0/10
Is the Countryman a good value? The Countryman is typically priced higher than small SUVs such as the Buick Trailblazer and Mazda CX-30 but less than luxury models like the Audi Q3 and Mercedes GLB. It's an interesting middle ground, and overall we think it's worth the price considering the car's performance and personality.
Bumper-to-bumper and powertrain warranties are for four years/50,000 miles, which is standard for the class. Roadside assistance lasts four years with unlimited miles, and free maintenance is a helpful three years/36,000 miles.
Bumper-to-bumper and powertrain warranties are for four years/50,000 miles, which is standard for the class. Roadside assistance lasts four years with unlimited miles, and free maintenance is a helpful three years/36,000 miles.
Wildcard
8.5/10
If you prioritize driving fun and like Mini's distinctive styling, the Countryman will not disappoint. Even with the Countryman's extra size and heft, it remains true to the sporty, fun nature of other Minis. The Countryman is always up for a good time, and you'll likely wind up driving up on-ramps and down good roads a little quicker without even noticing. It might not be the most practical vehicle in this class, but it's fun and engaging.
Which Countryman does Edmunds recommend?
Unless you want the Countryman plug-in hybrid's electric driving capability, the sweet spot in the lineup is the Cooper S model in the Signature trim. It supplies enough power for the Countryman to accelerate out of its own way, and the Signature trim opens a wider menu of customization options to you.
MINI Countryman models
When you shop for a 2022 Mini Countryman, the first thing you need to do is choose from four models: Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper SE Hybrid and John Cooper Works. Each has a unique powertrain and mission to serve.
Cooper
The base Countryman Cooper features a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine (134 horsepower, 162 lb-ft of torque) powering the front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT). Choose the optional all-wheel-drive system (Mini calls it All4), and the Cooper trades the DCT for an eight-speed automatic.
Cooper S
For satisfying acceleration, select the Cooper S model. It adds more power and torque thanks to its turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (189 hp, 207 lb-ft), which pairs with either a DCT automatic in front-wheel-drive models or an eight-speed automatic with all-wheel drive.
Cooper SE All4
The Cooper SE All4 is the plug-in hybrid version of the Countryman. It uses the Cooper's turbocharged three-cylinder gasoline engine to power the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission. Separately, a battery pack feeds an electric motor to power the rear wheels. This setup produces a combined 221 hp while giving this version of the Countryman all-wheel drive when both forms of propulsion are active.
John Cooper Works
The Countryman JCW is tuned for rousing performance. It uses Mini's most powerful engine, a turbocharged four-cylinder making 301 hp and 331 lb-ft of torque, and delivers the motive force to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. In addition to a sport suspension, the JCW gets unique design details and sport-bolstered seats.
After you've selected your model, it's time to pick from three trim levels: Classic, Signature and Iconic. The Classic minimizes your ability to customize the Countryman, while the Signature and Iconic offer access to a broader variety of upgrades. Details below apply to the standard Countryman Cooper and may vary for other models.
Classic
With the Classic trim, the 2022 Countryman includes:
- Alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Roof rails
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Heated mirrors
- Simulated leather upholstery
- Manually adjustable front seats
- Sliding 60/40-split bench rear seat
- Keyless ignition
- Digital instrumentation
- 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment display
- Panoramic sunroof
- Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that might not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Signature
Stepping up to the Signature adds a handful of extra standard features, but it's your ticket to more paint colors, wheel choices and interior selections.
- Nicer wheels
- Power liftgate
- Passive keyless entry
- Heated front seats
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
Iconic
Equip a Countryman in the Iconic trim, and it adds:
- Larger wheel sizes
- Power-folding mirrors
- Leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable front sport seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Programmable garage door opener
- Navigation system
- Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
- Harman Kardon premium sound system
- Head-up display
- Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Mini and the car in front)
- Automated parking assistant for parallel parking
Most of the Iconic trim level's features are available as options with the Signature trim.
There are also two special edition versions of the 2022 Countryman available — the Oxford Edition and Boardwalk Edition — that come with special styling details and a few extra features.

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Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2022 MINI Countryman.
5 star reviews: 44%
4 star reviews: 30%
3 star reviews: 13%
2 star reviews: 3%
1 star reviews: 10%
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2022 MINI Countryman Features Specs
Plug-in Hybrid
Total MSRP | $42,350 |
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EV Tax Credits & Rebates | $250 |
Engine Type | Plug-in hybrid |
EPA Electric Range | 16 miles |
Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas) | 73 MPGeMPGe is the official metric that the EPA uses to measure the efficiency of alternative-fuel (including electric) vehicles. Just like regular MPG shows how far a car will travel on one gallon of gas, MPGe shows how far a vehicle will drive on 33.7kWh of electricity - the energy equivalent of one gallon of gasoline. Combined MPGe is the combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe. |
Cost to Drive | $146/month |
Total Charging Time (240V) | 2.0 hours |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
EV Battery Warranty | 8 years / 80,000 miles |
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Safety
Our experts’ favorite Countryman safety features:
- Active Driving Assistant
- Warns you of a possible collision with an object ahead, and can automatically brake if you fail to take action.
- Active Cruise Control
- Keeps a set distance between the Countryman and the vehicle in front when cruise control is active.
- Parking Assistant
- Autonomously steers the Countryman into a parallel parking spot while you operate the transmission, brake and accelerator.
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test | Good |
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Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test | Not Tested |
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original | Good |
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated | Not Tested |
Side Impact Test – Original | Good |
Side Impact Test – Updated | Not Tested |
Roof Strength Test | Good |
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Good |
FAQ
Is the MINI Countryman a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Countryman both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.8 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Countryman has 17.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a MINI Countryman. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 MINI Countryman?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 MINI Countryman:
- Minor exterior styling updates
- New digital instrument cluster
- New Oxford special edition
- Part of the second Countryman generation introduced for 2017
Is the MINI Countryman reliable?
To determine whether the MINI Countryman is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Countryman. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Countryman's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 MINI Countryman a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 MINI Countryman is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 Countryman and gave it a 7.8 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Countryman is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 MINI Countryman?
The least-expensive 2022 MINI Countryman is the 2022 MINI Countryman Cooper SE ALL4 4dr Wagon AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $41,500.
Other versions include:
- Cooper SE ALL4 4dr Wagon AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A) which starts at $41,500
What are the different models of MINI Countryman?
If you're interested in the MINI Countryman, the next question is, which Countryman model is right for you? Countryman variants include Cooper SE ALL4 4dr Wagon AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 6A). For a full list of Countryman models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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