DecodedCars2026 MINI Countryman
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Bev 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 241 hp
- Transmission
- 7-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 24 city / 32 hwy
- EV range
- 212 mi · 8 h on 240 V
- Length
- 175.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,785–4,597 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Strong performanceUp to 241 hp, versus about 186 hp for similar 2026 models.
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 35 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 MINI Countryman is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 175 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,785 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway), 4% better than the 2026 small SUV average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $800 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 212 miles and takes about 8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Countryman — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Countryman →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Leipzig, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 Countryman configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 175.2 in | 72.4 in | 65.4 in | 105.9 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,785 lb | 50/50 |
| Bev 4dr SUV | 175.2 in | 72.4 in | 65.4 in | 105.9 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 4,597 lb | 50/50 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countryman SE ALL4 (18 inch Wheels) EV | 140 and 140 kW EESM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 212 mi · 34.9904 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Countryman SE ALL4 (19 inch Wheels) EV | 140 and 140 kW EESM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 204 mi · 36.8577 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| Countryman S All4 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 32 / 27 | +4% | $3,050 | 324 |
| JCW Countryman ALL4 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 25 | -3% | $3,300 | 344 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 MINI Countryman.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 MINI Countryman (this car) | 27 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Kia Seltos | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor · Oct 21, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V717000 · 1,024 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2026 2 Series Gran Coupe, X1, X2, and Mini Countryman S ALL4 vehicles. The housing pin in the rear (left and/or right) seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production, resulting in the retractor not locking the seat belt as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
- Risk
- A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the rear (left and/or right) seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov December 12, 2025.
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Sep 17, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V616000 · 1,571 vehicles
- Problem
- BMW of North America, LLC is recalling certain 2025-2026 X1 and X2, MINI Cooper Convertible, MINI Cooper, Mini Countryman S ALL4, and 2025 MINI Countryman SE ALL4 vehicles. The torsion bar in both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
- Risk
- A damaged seat belt retractor may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace both front seat belt retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 13, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 7, 2025.
Not every 2026 MINI Countryman is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Countryman years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Countryman | 27 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 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 |
| 2015 Countryman | 29 | 161.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 13 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or MINI. How we calculate this →