2012 Mini Cooper Countryman problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

2012 Mini Cooper Countryman at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints119

Combined29 mpg

Typical price$17,318

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2012 Mini Cooper Countryman recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 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.

2012 Mini Cooper Countryman common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 119 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.

Exterior Lighting

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

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Visibility/wiper

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

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.

2012 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 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman worth?

Low

$13,750

Typical price

$17,318

High

$21,000

From 192 comparable 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 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.