DecodedCars2012 MINI Countryman
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 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 — 17% better than the average 2012 compact car (25.6 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 34 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 15 similar 2012 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2012 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), 17% better than the 2012 compact car average of 25.6 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.
What changed for 2012
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2011 Countryman — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2011; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2011 Countryman →
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 | +17% | $2,750 | 296 |
| Cooper S Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 31 / 28 | +9% | $2,950 | 317 |
| Cooper S Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 32 / 28 | +9% | $2,950 | 317 |
| Cooper Countryman | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 29 / 27 | +5% | $3,050 | 329 |
| Cooper S Countryman All4 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | +5% | $3,050 | 329 |
| Cooper S Countryman All4 | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | +2% | $3,150 | 342 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2012 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2012 MINI Countryman.
Similar 2012 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 MINI Countryman (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 32 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 32 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2012 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2012 Toyota Yaris | 33 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2012 Ford Fiesta | 32 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2012 Mazda 2 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 MINI Countryman.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2012 MINI Countryman is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2012 MINI Countryman in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2012 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 2012 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 →