Used MINI Countryman for Sale nearNewark, NJ

How much does the MINI Countryman cost in today's market?

Used MINI Countryman prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The MINI Countryman’s current nationwide average price is $21,420, and its lowest point over the past year was $19,949. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the MINI Countryman a good car?

Yes — the MINI Countryman has broad appeal if you want a compact SUV with personality and a sporty feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.53/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Countryman’s fun driving experience, stylish design, and spacious interior. Across the model years, the recurring themes are its playful character, comfortable ride, and strong handling, with many shoppers also appreciating the premium-feeling cabin and distinctive look.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a stiff ride, steering that can feel less satisfying, and technology that can be unintuitive in some versions.

35.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are MINI Countryman models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Countryman’s distinctive character, strong performance, and appealing design as core strengths. Across the model years, it also earns praise for its spacious cabin and the way it blends practicality with MINI personality.

• Owners rate the MINI Countryman between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should pay close attention to maintenance history, recall history, and how the vehicle was used, especially on older examples.

What should I look for when buying a used MINI Countryman?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: the 2025 Countryman includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, blind-spot monitoring with active steering input, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, a left-turn warning system, and Mini Assist eCall with an SOS button and automatic collision notification.
• Infotainment: the 2025 Countryman has a round 9.4-inch OLED touchscreen infotainment display, cloud-based navigation with augmented video, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, and a head-up display.

Which MINI Countryman trim should I buy?

The 2025 MINI Countryman offers these trims:

• Cooper S: the popular choice, with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, standard all-wheel drive, and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission; a strong pick if you want the core Countryman experience.
• SE: the electric model, with an estimated 212 miles of range and the same broad Countryman personality in EV form.
• John Cooper Works: the most powerful and performance-focused choice, suited to buyers who want the strongest driving character.

What MINI Countryman do most buyers choose?

The MINI Countryman years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices in trims, colors, and price points, which makes it easier to find the right fit. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so pricing and deal activity are usually easier to compare.

What is the MINI Countryman's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room to find value. The declines are especially pronounced in several older and recent years, while one newer year is essentially flat and another is edging up slightly. That mix suggests the market is rewarding certain versions more than others, but the overall direction still favors buyers.

The 2024 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2024, 2022, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the MINI Countryman safe?

• 2025: 8/10
• 2024: 4/10

The 2025 Countryman includes a broad suite of driver-assistance features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, blind-spot monitoring with active steering input, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability.

For the safest used buy, the 2025 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used MINI Countryman now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −8.52% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −6.72%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.6% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 36.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $34,233. The MINI Countryman offers a distinctive blend of retro style, playful character, and everyday usefulness that makes it stand out from more conventional compact SUVs.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The Mini Countryman Cooper S has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT), and standard all-wheel drive (AWD). The engine generates 241 horsepower between 4,500 rpm and 6,500 rpm and 295 pound-feet of torque from 1,500 rpm to 4,000 rpm.
• Tech: Our test car had cloud-based navigation with augmented video showing directions on the display, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, and a head-up display.
• Safety: Standard equipment includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, blind-spot monitoring with active steering input, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, a left-turn warning system, and Mini Assist eCall with an SOS button and automatic collision notification.
• Starting price: Prices range from $38,900 for the Countryman Cooper S to $46,900 for the Countryman JCW, with the Countryman SE slotting between them at $45,200.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.