Used MINI Countryman for Sale nearPalatine, IL

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 $21,208, and its lowest point over the past year was $19,985. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the MINI Countryman a good car?

Yes — the MINI Countryman earns strong owner approval across its model years, and its appeal is anchored by a distinctive mix of style, personality, and everyday usefulness. The all-generations owner rating is 4.53/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Countryman’s fun driving feel, quirky design, and spacious interior, and they also highlight its comfortable ride and premium-feeling cabin. Across the model years, the recurring themes are a playful personality, strong customization appeal, and a practical shape that gives you more room than MINI’s smaller vehicles.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are steering feel, ride quality, and technology usability, especially in the newer models where the cabin is more touchscreen-focused.

34.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are MINI Countryman models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the MINI Countryman as stylish, fun to drive, and comfortable, with a personality that stands out from more conventional compact SUVs. The strongest recurring praise centers on its distinctive design, roomy cabin, and engaging driving character.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 81.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centering assist, blind-spot monitoring with active steering input, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, left-turn warning, Mini Assist eCall with an SOS button and automatic collision notification, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
• Infotainment: round 9.4-inch OLED touchscreen infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging
• Fuel efficiency: 27 mpg in combined driving

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, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, standard all-wheel drive, and a strong balance of performance and everyday usability; best for you if you want the core Countryman experience
• SE: the electric model, with an estimated 212 miles of range and a position between the Cooper S and JCW in pricing; a good fit if you want the Countryman’s character with an EV powertrain
• John Cooper Works: the most powerful and performance-focused version, with the highest price and the sportiest setup for 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 tend to be the easiest place to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can make it simpler to find the right color, trim, and price. They also tend to attract more buyers because they sit close to the sweet spot between newer features and broader availability.

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 points to softer pricing across the lineup. The biggest drops are in the older and mid-cycle years, while the newest models are also easing lower, though by a smaller amount in the case of the 2024 model. That makes recent used Countrymans especially worth watching if you want newer features without paying peak prices.

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

The 2024, 2017, and 2023 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 new Countryman includes 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 −7.03% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −0.28%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $34,657. The MINI Countryman offers a distinctive blend of retro style, playful character, and everyday practicality that makes it stand out in the compact SUV class.

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), and 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: Mini’s new round 9.4-inch OLED touchscreen infotainment display includes cloud-based navigation with augmented video, 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, automatic high-beam headlights, front and rear parking sensors, left-turn warning, Mini Assist eCall, and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability.
• 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 September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.