2012 Mini Cooper Countryman

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Rating7.4

Ranked #5 in 

Subcompact Wagon
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$21,750 - $27,050
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Offers exceptional maneuverability in tight spots

High levels of road noise

The 2012 Mini countryman adds mirror mounted digital compass

Features adjustable backseat

Diminished cargo space

Rear bench seat is also available

Fuel efficient and surprisingly spacious

Tepid base engine acceleration

Specs & Features

$21,750

price

121 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

114 lb.-ft. @ 4250 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

1.6L 4cyl FWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the subcompact wagon, the 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman Wagon goes up against other notable names in the class, like the Kia Soul and the Nissan Cube. Spread across 2 trims, the Cooper Countryman starts off at a base price of MSRP $21,750 and carries on to $27,050. Not all trims are built equal, however, as there are 2 powertrains on offer. Starting off is the 1.6L inline 4 and 6-speed manual transmission base engine. Making 121 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque, this engine makes the Cooper Countryman capable of accelerating from a standstill to 60 mph in just 9.8 seconds. One can also opt for a more powerful 1.6L turbocharged inline 4 engine that is paired to the same 6-speed manual transmission. With 181 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque and is able to sprint past 60 mph in 7.6 seconds from a standstill. Both engines get an optional 6-speed automatic transmission. 

Buying Advice

The 2012 Mini Countryman Wagon is available in three trim levels where the S trim offers a decent list of standard features. We'd recommend the S trim for its optional ALL4 AWD for enhanced driveability. 

Trims

    Base
    $21,750 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    S
    $25,350 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite

Compare to similar cars

Price

$21,750- $27,050

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.36

Horsepower

181 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

177 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

7

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$27,270- $30,850

Gasoline

8.08

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

207 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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$13,900- $19,600

Gasoline

7.75

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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$27,425- $37,915

Gasoline

7.53

182 hp @ 5800 rpm

182 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

5

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$32,950- $43,650

Gasoline

7.52

240 hp @ 6200 rpm

236 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

5

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2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.9 sec17.8 sec-
    2012 Audi A3

    Ranked #1

    7.1 sec-130 mph
    7.5 sec--
    2012 Kia Soul

    Ranked #3

    8.6 sec16.8 sec106 mph
    9.7 sec18.1 sec108 mph

    2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg35 mpg30 mpg12.4 gal.334.8/434 mi.
      2012 Kia Soul

      Ranked #2

      25 mpg30 mpg27 mpg12.7 gal.317.5/381 mi.
      2012 Audi A3

      Ranked #3

      21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg14.5 gal.304.5/435 mi.
      21 mpg27 mpg23 mpg17.7 gal.371.7/477.9 mi.
      19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/462.5 mi.

      2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        161.7 in.70.4 in.61.5 in.6 in.102.2 in.
        190.5 in.73.3 in.63.1 in.8.3 in.110 in.
        189 in.75 in.63.4 in.8.1 in.109.3 in.
        2012 Audi A3

        Ranked #3

        169 in.78.5 in.56 in.4.3 in.101.5 in.
        2012 Kia Soul

        Ranked #5

        161.6 in.70.3 in.63.4 in.6.5 in.100.4 in.

        2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          -96 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.
          33.3 cu.ft.98 cu.ft.72.1 cu.ft.
          30.7 cu.ft.108 cu.ft.70.2 cu.ft.
          2012 Kia Soul

          Ranked #3

          23.7 cu.ft.102.3 cu.ft.53.4 cu.ft.
          2012 Audi A3

          Ranked #5

          19.5 cu.ft.89 cu.ft.39 cu.ft.

          2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            41 cu.ft.-41 cu.ft.-
            72.1 cu.ft.33.3 cu.ft.72.1 cu.ft.56 ft.
            2012 Audi A3

            Ranked #3

            39 cu.ft.19.5 cu.ft.39 cu.ft.-
            70.2 cu.ft.30.7 cu.ft.70.2 cu.ft.-
            2012 Kia Soul

            Ranked #5

            53.4 cu.ft.23.7 cu.ft.53.4 cu.ft.-

            2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -860 lbs.2954 lbs.
              3300 lbs.1285 lbs.4147 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1200 lbs.3760 lbs.
              2012 Audi A3

              Ranked #3

              -1102 lbs.3219 lbs.
              2012 Kia Soul

              Ranked #3

              --2800 lbs.

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