Mini Countryman 2014
Are they any defaults in this model? To be honest I feel like the car has less power than it should when taking off and especially when trying to pull up a hill.
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2014 MINI Countryman Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Launched for 2011, MINI's largest and most comfortable ride was due for a touch-up this year—and it sure got one. Now differentiating itself from its similarly compact brothers with 5 seats instead of just 4 plus 16.5 cubic feet for cargo in the hatch with those seats in-use—or an amazing 41.3 cubes with the new rear bench folded down—this Countryman is easily the most fashionable way to get just about anything done.
That's especially true with all-wheel drive available for the mid-level S in addition to the usual ALL4 setup in every John Cooper Works, although MINI doesn't plan to bring the new Base Cooper with an ALL4 setup Stateside. When it was originally introduced just 3 years ago, the Countryman had only 4 seats with a neat center rail housing cupholders that slid back and forth, but a change in guidelines led to the current design changes, allowing MINI to remove the dividing rail between the back two seats and drop in a relatively roomy bench for 3.
The price changes a bit this year, going up $100, but with that price increase MINI includes heated mirrors and washers standard alongside new features like a 12-volt charging station in the cupholders (now expectedly in the armrest) and a padded armrest for the rear doors. To make the dashing Countryman all the more eye-catching, interior and exterior JWC appearance packages are now available in the base and S Trims.
These changes to the Countryman tweak the interior without sacrificing the fun of the car. Even with the change in seating, the cargo space is still nothing to sneeze at, staying pat at the current figures since its debut. The lone Premium package now offers a lovely dual-pane panoramic sunroof, rain sensors, an automatic headlight control and automatic climate control, which covers the gaps left by MINI's new City Package with an alarm system, power folding mirrors, heated mirrors, washer jets, auto-dimming rear-view mirrors, both interior and exterior, rear park distance control and "comfort access" (push-button start and keyless entry).
The Countryman offers four different trims to suit different tastes and bank accounts. All models have a 4-cylinder 1.6-liter engine, but the further up the ladder you go nets additional turbocharged tweaks. Starting with the Base, its 121 horses paired up to 114 lb-ft of torque is available with the same 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic offered to every Countryman, and get the car from 0-60 mph in 9.8 seconds with the manual or 10.9 with the automatic. This naturally aspirated engine cruises to the tune of 27 mpg city/35 highway on a stick, or 25/30 with the automatic. The Base is available only with front-wheel drive (FWD) and recommends premium fuel.
Things shift dramatically with the S model, increasing horsepower by 60 ponies with 67 lb-ft of additional torque for that turbo boost. This added power changes the mileage and 0-60 times to 26/32 for the manual and 25/32 for the automatic, and 7.0 seconds and 7.8 seconds respectively, but the S is also available in ALL4 form instead of purely FWD. Getting all 4 wheels to grip the road will cost a couple milliseconds and about 1 highway mpg, however.
The all-wheel-drive John Cooper Works is definitely the belle of the ball here, using the same 4-cyinder turbo engine as the rest, but wearing it in a totally different manner. The JCW tears up the track with a 0-60 time of 6.0 seconds, using the revised turbo to give it increased horsepower of 208 and 192 lb-ft of torque. The increased power manages to not drastically affect the mileage of this model, 23/30 with the automatic and 25/30 with the manual.
Published May 31, 2022 by Patricia Mayo
User reviews for 2014 MINI Countryman
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by Anonymous
May 06, 2024
Car would be a good value if the proper maintenance had been done. People don’t have the knowledge of service intervals.May 06, 2024
by Terry G
Oct 29, 2023
Love it ! I compared it with BMW . Oct 29, 2023
by Harry R
Oct 17, 2023
Couldnt really find anything negative to say about it. Didnt get it on a back road to get full ride experience but it was fine on 4 lane and in town. Oct 17, 2023
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by Anonymous
May 06, 2024
Car would be a good value if the proper maintenance had been done. People don’t have the knowledge of service intervals.May 06, 2024
by Terry G
Oct 29, 2023
Love it ! I compared it with BMW . Oct 29, 2023
by Harry R
Oct 17, 2023
Couldnt really find anything negative to say about it. Didnt get it on a back road to get full ride experience but it was fine on 4 lane and in town. Oct 17, 2023
by Patricia C
Oct 02, 2023
Like the color , style year and cost Oct 02, 2023
by Anonymous
Jul 20, 2023
The car didnt get pick up and the idle seemed to stickJul 20, 2023
by Mary T
Jun 04, 2023
So fun and nimble, the factory headlights shocked me by how very bright they were, and the seats were surprisingly comfortable for a long drive.Jun 04, 2023
by Javan D
Apr 27, 2023
The car’s amazing, just wished the Bluetooth would connect to my phone.Apr 27, 2023
by Anonymous
Oct 05, 2022
Not a smooth ride. Hard suspension, feels like a go-kart and yet, I would buy another one in a minute. The overall cool look, the interior and the way the driver seat embraces you...oh yeah!!! Oct 05, 2022
by Toni R
Sep 08, 2022
It’s a good looking small size car to use around town… However it’s not the color I am looking for.
I like my silver colors with grey interior!!!Sep 08, 2022
by Anonymous
Aug 29, 2022
I love the styling. The color makes it stand out even more! Great vehicle to own! Aug 29, 2022
by Grace L
Jul 08, 2022
I love the drive experience of this car. From the engine feel to interior/exterior design and Minis unmistakable personality. Also the Countryman is shockingly roomy inside compared to how small they look. My last one got totalled in an accident and Im buying the same model but newer. Cant wait.Jul 08, 2022
by Kendall A
Jun 11, 2022
Enjoy the search engine. This vehicle didn’t workout but others are. Jun 11, 2022
by Yvonne P
Mar 15, 2022
Car is gorgeous, but some are over priced, and many have timing chain issues. Also, looking for around fourteen thousand cash with sunroof, turbo and if possible upgraded radio on planet earth!Mar 15, 2022
by Paul H
Jan 17, 2022
The only thing I wished it had would be heated seats and folding side mirrors. Other than that, the car seems like it is in great shape and clean.Jan 17, 2022
by Eric P
Oct 10, 2021
Great fun car. Handling is crazy. Smooth and powerful Oct 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Aug 27, 2021
Love that it’s awd and always love the mini Aug 27, 2021
by Anonymous
Aug 10, 2021
This mini is so roomy and elegant I love itAug 10, 2021
by Anonymous
May 13, 2021
I just bought an S AWD drive model for my daughter which was a five and a half hour drive to pick it up, so I got some good highway time in it. I normally drive a RAM pickup or Durango, so this car is substantially smaller. Although it is small it is roomy inside and has plenty of head and leg room. With its small size even in the highway it never felt like I was going to be run over and it never was moved by wind or air when going around 18 wheelers. It was easy to keep at 80 mph the entire trip while getting 30 mpg. It has the turbo so it was quite peppy although not quite a HEMI but also doesn’t suck gas down like a HEMI. I agree with most people who say it handles great and drives like a go cart. On rougher roads you definitely feel the bumps much more than a truck but it over all rides pretty good. I like it because my 18 year old daughter loves it and it is the perfect car for her. May 13, 2021
by Brenda C
Jan 11, 2021
Had everything that I was looking for inside and outside the auto.Jan 11, 2021
by Carol W
May 14, 2020
Great on the road. Fun to drive. Safety rating excellentMay 14, 2020
by Payten R
May 01, 2020
Tge car was louder the what I what to traver in
May 01, 2020
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I changed out the spark plugs, oil filter housing because it was leaking coolant. And then the left right axel boot. Now..engine light comes and power is zilch. Now the the valve cover is leaking the valve cover leaked on to the throttlebody which caused damage to the throttlebody that is 944.22 the fuel tank vent valve is damaged also 394.76 finally the water pump is leaking coolant and that is $1019.61. Is it possible for the valve cover to start leaking that much in just a little less than month? Is this something they should have causing the first time around?
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2014 MINI Countryman Pricing
Original MSRP
$22,100 to $34,950Price range
$8,442 to $9,158Average price on CG
$8,442YoY price change
$9,158 to $8,442Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front passenger knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.6 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.72
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: silver
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
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: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leatherette
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
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front passenger knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.71
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: Auto off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: silver
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
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: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leatherette
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
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front passenger knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.0 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.71
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Headlights: Auto off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: silver
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
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: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leatherette
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
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front passenger knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Foot pedal trim: stainless steel · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Footwell lights: color-adjustable · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rails: silver
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
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: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leatherette
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
Phone: hands free · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent