Summary

• With 60 currently listed for sale near Dayton, OH and an average price of $12,698.00, 20.0% of 2018 MINI Countrymans for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2018 MINI Countryman 5 / 5 stars.

• 80.0% of 2018 Countryman models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2018 MINI Countryman stands out by blending MINI’s familiar retro personality with the practicality of a larger SUV. In its second generation, it grew by a substantial 7.5 inches in length, which helped create more rear passenger room and cargo space while preserving the brand’s distinctive look. It still leaned into the quirky, nostalgic MINI formula inside and out, with a round central display, chunky toggle switches, and a design that felt more playful than most small SUVs. That combination of style and added usefulness is a big part of its appeal.

For 2018, the Countryman added a legitimate John Cooper Works trim with 228 hp and standard all-wheel drive, giving shoppers a more performance-focused option. That same year also brought the Cooper S E plug-in hybrid, which paired the three-cylinder engine with a rear-mounted electric motor for a total of 221 hp and an electric-only range of 12 miles. Apple CarPlay also became an option. The lineup’s breadth is one of the Countryman’s strengths, since it offered buyers a range of personalities from efficiency-minded hybrid to hot-hatch-like performance.

At the same time, the 2018 Countryman was not without compromises. The source describes the model as maintaining its sporty personality, but also notes that the plug-in hybrid’s short EV range limited its usefulness for all but the shortest commutes. More broadly, the Countryman’s appeal came from its premium image, customization potential, and fun-to-drive character, even if some shoppers would still find its practicality and efficiency less convincing than its style suggests.

Other model years to consider

• 2015 MINI Countryman

  • Average price: $8,825.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 25.0%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 92

• 2025 MINI Countryman

  • Average price: $28,893.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 44.0%
  • Total listings: 84

• 2023 MINI Countryman

  • Average price: $26,266.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 31.5%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 73

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.