2026 MINI Countryman Consumer Reviews
Pricing
S ALL4 Signature Plus - $40,075 MSRP
Edmunds suggests you pay
$37,46210 for sale near you
Prices based on sales in VA thru 7/6/26
Final assembly in Germany
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2026 Countryman, so we've included reviews for other years of the Countryman since its last redesign.
Great Car
Z.E., 01/14/2026
2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4 Iconic 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Did not really understood the Edmunds review. If you expect this to behave like a calssic MINI, you will be dissapointed as it is not. And i assume that the large expectations caused a large disappointment. However, if you want to drive a BMW X1 (scored 8.1 in Edmunds test) for $3,000-5,000 less, enjoy better handling and performance (especially in the Go-Cart mode) and have a unique style go for it. Th e reason this countryman is about 50% larger than the previous ones is because this car shares the same chassis, engine, suspensions and transmission as the BMW X1 and it is assembled in the BMW facility in Dusseldorf Germany..... The difference is better tuned suspensions (better handling), better tuned transmission (better performance) an a unique style that sets it apart from all the other SUVs and makes it fun to drive. Not everything is great, though. the fact that really almost everything is controlled by the big round screen makes it annoying to do simple changes in audio, climate and apps. It is a single point of failure that will cause the car to be non-functional (other than actual driving). Bottom line, do not expect the classic MINI experience, but if you want an alternative BMW this is the car for you.
Nice ride
Rich Wyderski, 02/22/2025
2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 Signature Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Fields MINI in Orlando leant me this car while my MINI SE was undergoing a recall repair. I had it for two weeks and if I was the type of person that likes SUV’s (and I’m not), this one would be on the top of my list. Well, actually it would be a Porsche Macan Turbo Electric, but my budget doesn’t make that an option. The exterior styling sets it apart from other brands in a good way from the front view, but to be honest it’s kind of bland from the side and back. It is a functional shape, though, and the cargo area and overall size of the vehicle is pretty close to the capacity of my wife’s 2018 Honda CR-V when they were parked side by side in our garage. The Chili Red body looked great with the black roof and ABCD pillars. Fun and attractive colors and combinations have never been an issue for MINIs, and I’ve owned 4 since 2002. Overall it’s better than “meh,” but could still use some stylistic tweaks to help set its exterior apart in a good way from other angles. The interior is where I think the Countryman really shines. The seats are comfortable but wish that ventilated ones were an option on the top trim levels that non-premium car brands offer on theirs. I’d use that a lot more here in Florida than the heated ones, but the extra warmth was nice to have in early February when we even had snow here. The infotainment system was really neat and easy to navigate compared to my 2023 MINI SE Hardtop, and the Experiences that adjusted performance levels and ambient lighting colors made me smile. Kudos to the interior design team for a fun,comfortable and unique environment. Performance was ok for everyday driving and better in the “Go Kart” mode, but I’m guessing that MPG drops significantly if you stay in that Experience all the time. With premium gas costing 70¢ per gallon more than regular in my neck of the woods, I wouldn’t use it often since you can’t ever use regular and premium is now pushing $4 per gallon. This MINI had all the safety features I would expect and the HK sound system sounded great. I can’t say much about its reliability since I had it for only 2 weeks, but it’s manufactured in Germany along with BMW models (X1. X2, etc.) and should have similar reliability. It does already have 4 recalls per Consumer Reports that also predicts average reliability. But it is an IIHS Top Safety Pick, and that’s important for people with families who need the space and comfort. If I could only buy an SUV, the MINI Countryman would be high on my list, probably an SE electric model if it was mostly for local driving. I think MINI would really hit a home run if they made it and the upcoming Aceman available as a PHEV, though, with 40-50 miles of range. I think they’d sell like hotcakes!
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Maxi Mini
Michael, 02/08/2026
2026 MINI Countryman S ALL4 Signature Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my fourth Mini a 2026 Countryman S All4 with the Iconic trim package. I do miss the handling of my previous Countryman but the overall comfort, size, technology and increased horsepower makes it a much better car. Quiet on the highway , great stereo sound from the HK system and the "hey mini" voice controls makes up for some of the lack of buttons and dials.
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Mini maxi still so much fun!
Alfie, 01/03/2026
2026 MINI Countryman JCW ALL4 Iconic 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
More interior and trunk space! A lot of fun in “go cart” model and tech is dizzying. Who would have thought there would be assisted driving and massaging driver seat in a mini. Overall amazing value against competition in sub-compact SUV category! Well done mini!
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Not so mini Mini!
William F, 10/30/2025
2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 Iconic 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is our first Mini and we’re very pleased with it after six weeks of ownership. Solidly built and has plenty of power. Rides smoothly and handles well. The infotainment system has a fairly steep learning curve, but it’s getting easier by the day. Front seats are a bit narrow and don’t have great thigh support but not a deal breaker. Yes, it’s bigger than any previous Mini, but still eccentric enough to be true to the brand’s heritage.
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