2011 Mini Cooper Countryman problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

2011 Mini Cooper Countryman at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints29

Combined29 mpg

Typical price$15,410

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2011 Mini Cooper Countryman recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Mini Cooper Countryman common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2011 Mini Cooper Countryman MPG & running costs

Combined29 mpg

City26 mpg

Highway32 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,675

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman worth?

Low

$11,200

Typical price

$15,410

High

$18,500

From 88 comparable 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,375

Fuel only$13,375

Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.