DecodedCars2011 MINI Countryman
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4 Dr SUV Base/S
- Engines
- 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 27 city / 34 hwy
- Length
- 161.4 in
- Curb weight
- 2,855 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 30 MPG combined — 23% better than the average 2011 compact car (24.3 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 23 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2011 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2011 MINI Countryman is a compact car offered with 2 engines (1.6L 4-cyl and 1.6L 4-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 161 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,855 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway), 23% better than the 2011 compact car average of 24.3 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dr SUV Base/S | 161.4 in | 70.5 in | 61.4 in | 102.4 in | 60.2 / 61.4 in | 2,855 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 34 / 30 | +23% | $2,750 | 296 |
| Cooper S Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 31 / 28 | +15% | $2,950 | 317 |
| Cooper S Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 32 / 28 | +15% | $2,950 | 317 |
| Cooper Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 29 / 27 | +11% | $3,050 | 329 |
| Cooper S Countryman All4 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | +11% | $3,050 | 329 |
| Cooper S Countryman All4 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | +7% | $3,150 | 342 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 MINI Countryman.
Similar 2011 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 MINI Countryman (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 32 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2011 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Ford Fiesta | 33 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2011 Mazda 2 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 30 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 MINI Countryman.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2011 MINI Countryman is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2011 MINI Countryman in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2011 MINI Countryman buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2011 MINI Countryman. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Countryman years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Countryman | 27 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Countryman | 27 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 Countryman | 27 | 175.2 in | Not rated | 6 | 19 |
| 2024 Countryman | 28 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 Countryman | 29 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 Countryman | 29 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 Countryman | 29 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 Countryman | 29 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2019 Countryman | 28 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 11 |
| 2018 Countryman | 28 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
| 2017 Countryman | 28 | 169.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 7 |
| 2016 Countryman | 29 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 15 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or MINI. How we calculate this →