2023 MINI Countryman Plug-in Hybrid
MSRP range: $41,500 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
2023 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.
Total MSRPThis price includes a $850 destination fee charged by the manufacturer. | $42,350 |
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2023 MINI Countryman Review


byReese Counts
Vehicle Test Editor
Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.
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Kurt Niebuhr has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. A automotive photographer by trade, Kurt is now one of Edmunds' high-performance test drivers. He's driven and photographed hundreds, if not thousands, of vehicles all over the world, so Kurt's library of automotive experiences would certainly make for a good book. When not dreaming about getting his racing license or trying to buy out-of-date film for his cameras, Kurt can usually be found cursing at his 1966 Mustang.
Pros
- Variety, including plug-in hybrid and performance versions
- Exterior and interior design sets it apart from competitors
- Fun driving experience
Cons
- Front seats are confining
- Small cargo area
- Engines require premium fuel
- Plug-in hybrid offers limited electric-only range
What's new
- New Untamed Edition package available
- Base Cooper and Classic models discontinued midyear
- Part of the second Countryman generation introduced for 2017
Overview
The 2023 Mini Countryman is a stylish compact crossover that's simultaneously the British automaker's largest model and one of the smallest SUVs on the road today. The Countryman's small size does make it less practical than most other SUVs, but in return you get an SUV that's easier to park and maneuver. It's also distinctive inside and out and fun to drive thanks to nimble handling and quick acceleration from the Cooper S and John Cooper Works versions.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 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 $4.10 per gallon for premium unleaded and $0.15 per kWh for electricity in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$135/mo
Countryman Cooper SE ALL4
vs
$168/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Mini also offers a plug-in hybrid version of the Countryman called the SE All4. It provides a short amount of all-electric range — about 17 miles. After that, it switches to typical hybrid operation. It's a neat idea in theory but 17 miles isn't much for a plug-in these days. Plus, once the battery runs out, the SE All4 gets about the same fuel economy as the Cooper S even though it's a hybrid.
The Countryman gets a new special edition for 2023, the so-called Untamed Edition. Like the Resolute Edition and Untold Edition packages available for the Cooper Hardtop and Cooper Clubman, respectively, the Countryman Untamed Edition adds more visual flair to an already stylish vehicle. Also know that Mini stopped offering the base Countryman Cooper, the one with the three-cylinder engine, midway through the 2023 model year as well as the base Classic trim level.
We like the Countryman but its appeal mostly comes down to being different rather than being great. The Buick Encore GX, Mazda CX-30 and Volkswagen Taos are more well-rounded picks for an extra-small crossover. For more info on the Mini Countryman, check out our test team's Expert Rating below.
Edmunds Expert Rating
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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?
As with last year's model, we suggest going with the Countryman S with the Signature package. It offers a more powerful engine than the base Countryman and SE trims while being relatively affordable.
MINI Countryman models
Mini breaks down the 2023 Countryman into four basic versions: Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper SE All4 and John Cooper Work. Each one uses a different turbocharged powertrain paired with an automatic transmission. There are also three trim levels — Classic, Signature and Iconic — that dictate the number of standard features that the Countryman has. Here's what you can expect from each.
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. Choose the optional all-wheel-drive system (Mini calls it All4), and the Cooper trades the dual-clutch for an eight-speed automatic. Note that Mini discontinued this model midway through the 2023 model year.
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 dual-clutch 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 and gives this version of the Countryman all-wheel drive when both forms of propulsion are active. The EPA estimates that it can go about 17 miles on a full charge.
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.
From those models, you can select from the Classic, Signature and Iconic.
Classic
This base version of the Countryman was discontinued midway through the model year but includes:
- Alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Roof rails
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Heated mirrors
- Synthetic 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. For 2023, there's also a new package available for the Countryman S and SE, the Untamed Edition. It includes some styling tweaks, including:
- Choice of gray or white paint
- Body-color exterior trim
- Exterior stripes
- Unique 18-inch wheels
- Black-painted roof, mirror caps and badges
- Blue and green interior trim

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Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2023 MINI Countryman.
5 star reviews: 47%
4 star reviews: 28%
3 star reviews: 13%
2 star reviews: 3%
1 star reviews: 9%
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2023 MINI Countryman Plug-in Hybrid Features & Specs
- Pricing
- Total MSRP: $42,350
- Federal EV Tax Credit: Not available Based on income
- MPG & Fuel
- Electric + Gas (Combined City & Hwy): 73 MPGe
- Gas Only (Combined City & Hwy): 29 MPG
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 9.5 gal. capacity
- EPA Battery & Range
- Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)This can be tough to pin down, but we assume for simplicity that the 240V power source will enable the vehicle's onboard charger to operate at full capacity, and that the battery is fully depleted and will be recharged to 100%. Given those assumptions, the value provided is simply the battery's capacity divided by the onboard charger's power rating. For example, a battery rated at 100 kWh will need 12.5 hours to recharge fully using an 8.0-kW charger.: 2.0 hr.
- EPA Electricity RangeThis value is the estimated number of miles that a vehicle can travel in combined city and highway driving (using a mix of 55% highway and 45% city driving) before needing to be recharged, according to the EPA's testing methodology.: 18 mi.
- Gas Range in Miles (Cty/Hwy): 275.5/285.0 mi.
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: all wheel drive
- Transmission: 6-speed shiftable automatic
- Engine
- Inline 3 cylinder
- Horsepower: 221 hp
- Torque: 284 lb-ft @ 1,300 rpm
- Warranty
- Basic: 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
- EV Battery: 8 yr./ 80,000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 169.8 in. / Height: 61.4 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 78.8 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 71.7 in.
- Curb Weight: 3,926 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 17.2 cu.ft.
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MINI Countryman vs. Volkswagen Taos
The Taos is one of the newest vehicles in this class, and there's a lot to like with Volkswagen's smallest SUV. It's significantly more affordable than the Cooper, though it lacks the Mini's sporty handling and peppy engines. We also think that the Taos' in-car tech and driver assistance systems are among the best in the class.
MINI Countryman vs. Chevrolet Trailblazer
The Trailblazer was a surprise when it came out. Chevrolet seemingly phoned it in on its last extra-small SUV, the Trax, so we were pleased when the Trailblazer turned out to be a comfortable, stylish and fun-to-drive little compact. It offers lots of in-car tech and driver aids, all at a price that significantly undercuts the Mini.
MINI Countryman vs. Mazda CX-30
The CX-30 is one of the more premium vehicles in this class, with an interior that's much nicer than its price would suggest. The CX-30 rides and handles well, too, and standard all-wheel drive is a big plus when most rivals, Mini included, only offer it as an option. Read Edmunds' long-term road test of the Mazda CX-30.

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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 2023 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 2023 MINI Countryman?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 MINI Countryman:
- New Untamed Edition package available
- Base Cooper and Classic models discontinued midyear
- 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 2023 MINI Countryman a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 MINI Countryman is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 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 2023 Countryman is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2023 MINI Countryman?
The least-expensive 2023 MINI Countryman is the 2023 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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