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.