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2023 MINI Countryman
The 2023 Mini Countryman comes standard with a 6.5-inch infotainment screen, with an 8.8-inch display with navigation and Apple CarPlay available. The three-cylinder version earns up to 26 mpg city and 33 highway. NHTSA lists no recalls and 2 complaints, and used ones run $20,400 to $28,600 per Kelley Blue Book.
Configurations5
Model/option labels5
Combined efficiency26–29 MPG/MPGe
Electric range18 mi
Decision answers5
What the 2023 Mini Countryman offers
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Countryman comes standard with a 6.5-inch infotainment screen, and an 8.8-inch display with navigation and Apple CarPlay is available. Among the non-hybrid models the three-cylinder version is the thriftiest at up to 26 mpg city and 33 highway, while the four-cylinder Cooper S manages up to 23 city and 30 highway. On Car and Driver's 75-mph highway route the Cooper S Countryman All4 returned 32 mpg.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists 24/33 mpg for front-wheel drive and 23/31 mpg for all-wheel drive, and says added weight makes upgrading the powertrain all but mandatory. Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2023 Countryman prices at $20,400 for the Cooper to $28,600 for the John Cooper Works All4 at a dealer.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2023 Countryman.
Owners have filed 2 complaints, covering the power train, electrical system, engine and an unknown or other component. Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) keeps a review and pricing page for the year.
2023 Countryman against the BMW X1
EPA rates the 2023 Countryman at 26 to 29 mpg combined and $2,650 to $3,000 a year in fuel, with 18 miles of electric range on the plug-in version. The BMW X1 lists 28 mpg at $2,750. The Countryman range runs from slightly below to slightly above the X1.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2023 MINI Countryman: 11 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | 0–60 mph | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Cooper | 1.5-liter 3-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch | FWD | 134 | 162 | 26 / 32 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | |
| Classic Cooper ALL4 | 1.5-liter 3-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic w/Steptronic | AWD | 134 | 162 | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | |
| Classic Cooper S | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 7-Spd Sport w/Dual-Clutch | FWD | 189 | 206 | 24 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | |
| Cooper | 1.5-liter 3-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch | FWD | 134 | 162 | 9.3 s | 26 / 32 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Cooper S | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 7-Spd Sport w/Dual-Clutch | FWD | 189 | 206 | 7.2 s | 24 / 33 / 28 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Classic Cooper S ALL4 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport | AWD | 189 | 206 | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | |
| Cooper ALL4 | 1.5-liter 3-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic w/Steptronic | AWD | 134 | 162 | 9.6 s | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Cooper S ALL4 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport | AWD | 189 | 206 | 7.1 s | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Classic John Cooper Works ALL4 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport | AWD | 301 | 331 | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | |
| Cooper SE ALL4 | 1.5-liter 3-cylinder (Hybrid, Turbo) | Automatic w/Steptronic | AWD | 134 | 284 | 6.5 s | – / – / 29 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| John Cooper Works ALL4 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd Sport | AWD | 301 | 331 | 4.9 s | 23 / 31 / 26 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Cooper | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/55R17 | |||
| Classic Cooper ALL4 | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/55R17 | |||
| Classic Cooper S | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 | |||
| Cooper | 3,443 lb | 169.7 in | 61.3 in | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 |
| Cooper S | 3,413 lb | 169.7 in | 61.3 in | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 |
| Classic Cooper S ALL4 | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 | |||
| Cooper ALL4 | 3,545 lb | 169.7 in | 61.3 in | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 |
| Cooper S ALL4 | 3,618 lb | 169.7 in | 61.3 in | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 16.1 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 |
| Classic John Cooper Works ALL4 | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 12.4 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/40R18 | |||
| Cooper SE ALL4 | 3,926 lb | 169.8 in | 61.4 in | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 9.5 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/50R18 |
| John Cooper Works ALL4 | 3,688 lb | 169.7 in | 61.3 in | 105.1 in | 65 in | 37.4 ft | 12.4 gal | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 816 lb | P225/45R19 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2023 MINI Countryman trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | Classic Cooper | Classic Cooper ALL4 | Classic Cooper S | Cooper | Cooper S | Classic Cooper S ALL4 | Cooper ALL4 | Cooper S ALL4 | Classic John Cooper Works ALL4 | Cooper SE ALL4 | John Cooper Works ALL4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||||||
| Anti-theft alarm | – | – | – | – | Opt | – | – | Opt | – | Opt | Opt |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std | – |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||||||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | – | Opt | Std | – | Opt | Std | – | Opt | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | – | – | – | Opt | Std | – | Opt | Std | – | Opt | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt |
| Emergency and security services | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||||||||
| Heated front seats | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Std | Opt |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Std | Opt |
| Leather seats | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | – | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||||||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | – | Std | – |
| Privacy glass | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt |
| Rear spoiler | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | Std | – | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Integrated garage-door opener | – | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt | – | Opt | Opt |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
5 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45239Cooper Countryman | 1.5L 3-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S7) | Premium | 26 | 32 | 28 | N/A |
| 45240Cooper Countryman All4 | 1.5L 3-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 31 | 26 | N/A |
| 45280Cooper S Countryman | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S7) | Premium | 24 | 33 | 28 | N/A |
| 45281Cooper S Countryman All4 | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 23 | 31 | 26 | N/A |
| 45331Cooper SE Countryman All4 | 1.5L 3-cyl SIDI; PHEVPlug-in Hybrid | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S6) | Premium and Electricity | 29 | 30 | 29 | 18 mi |
Model-specific answer center
5 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What size wheels does the 2023 MINI Countryman have?
Wheels and tires
The 2023 MINI Countryman's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the Classic Cooper and Classic Cooper ALL4, 18 inches on the 8 trims (Classic Cooper S, Cooper and Cooper S and 5 more) and 19 inches on the John Cooper Works ALL4. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q02How do the 2023 MINI Countryman trims differ from one another?
Trims
The Classic Cooper ALL4 has AWD instead of FWD over the Classic Cooper. The Classic Cooper S has 189 hp against 134 and FWD instead of AWD and heated front seats, proximity keyless entry and remote keyless entry as standard equipment over the Classic Cooper ALL4. The Cooper has 134 hp against 189 over the Classic Cooper S. The Cooper S has 189 hp against 134 and a navigation system and real-time traffic information as standard equipment over the Cooper. The Classic Cooper S ALL4 has AWD instead of FWD and a heated steering wheel and a touchscreen as standard equipment over the Cooper S.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q03Does the 2023 MINI Countryman have a navigation system?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: a navigation system is standard on the Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4 and John Cooper Works ALL4; optional on the Cooper, Cooper ALL4 and Cooper SE ALL4; not offered on the Classic Cooper, Classic Cooper ALL4, Classic Cooper S, Classic Cooper S ALL4 and Classic John Cooper Works ALL4.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04Does the 2023 MINI Countryman have a power driver's seat?
Equipment
Yes, on some trims: a power driver's seat is standard on the Cooper SE ALL4; optional on the Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper ALL4, Cooper S ALL4 and John Cooper Works ALL4; not offered on the Classic Cooper, Classic Cooper ALL4, Classic Cooper S, Classic Cooper S ALL4 and Classic John Cooper Works ALL4.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q05How quickly does the 2023 MINI Countryman accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Performance
The 2023 MINI Countryman's 0-60 mph time is 4.9 seconds on the John Cooper Works ALL4 up to 9.6 seconds on the Cooper ALL4, across 6 trims. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2022 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
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