2019 MINI Countryman
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 4 of 11 complaints (36%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more crash reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed held steady at 11 in both 2018 and 2019.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2019 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,750–3,250 | 2,750–3,250 | 2,750–3,250 | 2,650–3,000 | 2,650–3,000 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–28 | 24–28 | 24–28 | 26–29 | 26–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–25 / 30–33 | 20–28 / 27–34 | 21–28 / 27–33 | 23–29 / 30–33 | 23–29 / 30–33 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 319–365 | 319–373 | 321–367 | 307–341 | 306–341 | |
| Complaints filed | 7 | 11 | 11 | 6 | 2 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 7 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 5 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2019 MINI Countryman have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2019 MINI Countryman?
Engine: 4 of 11 NHTSA complaints (36%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2019 MINI Countryman get?
EPA rates it 24–28 MPG combined across 8 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 MINI Countryman?
EPA estimates $2,750–$3,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S6) | 3 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | 32 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 324 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 3 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | 33 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,750 (low) | 321 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S8) | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 347 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 344 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 23 mpg | 32 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 332 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 22 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $3,000 | 346 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg (low) | 30 mpg | 24 mpg (low) | $3,250 (high) | 367 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (S6) | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium and Electricity | Midsize Cars | 28 mpg (high) | 27 mpg (low) | 27 mpg | $2,850 | 223 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 18V557000 · Aug 28, 2018
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2019 MINI Cooper Countryman vehicles. These vehicles may be missing a crash protection plate near the high pressure fuel pump, which may result in a fuel leak in the event of a crash.
Consequence: Without the crash protection plate, in the event of a crash, the fuel pump can become damaged, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: MINI will notify owners, and dealers will install a crash protection plate, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 22, 2018. Owners will receive a second notification when the repair is available. Owners may contact MINI customer service at 1-866-825-1525.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · Campaign 18V465000 · Jul 17, 2018
Defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft reluctor ring, possibly resulting in a vehicle stall. On September 12, 2018, BMW expanded the recall to a total of 5,309 vehicles including certain 2018-2019 BMW 540d xDrive, 230i M240i, M240i xDrive, X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 330i, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i xDrive, 330i xDrive Gran Turismo, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, 530e, 530e xDrive, 640i xDrive Gran Turismo, 330e, 2019 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, 740i, 740i xDrive, MINI Cooper, Cooper S, JCW, MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), and MINI Clubman (Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, JCW All4) vehicles.
Consequence: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.