Model year guide

2025 Mini Countryman

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Mini Countryman is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 58 on record.

2025 Mini Countryman — representative photo
Representative photo

2025 Mini Countryman at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints18
Combined27 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Mini Countryman recalls 2

Structure:interior Panels:door NHTSA Campaign #24V340000 · 15/05/2024

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 and JCW Countryman ALL4 vehicles. The armrest support bracket on the rear side door panel may be improperly secured, allowing the armrest to detach during an air bag deployment.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear side door panels, free of charge. The vehicles have not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module NHTSA Campaign #24V104000 · 12/02/2024

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2025 BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The integrated brake (IB) system may malfunction and result in a loss of power brake assist or cause the Antilock Brake (ABS) and Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) systems to not function properly.

Fix: Dealers will replace the integrated brake system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between June and December 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Mini Countryman common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 18 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.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2025 Mini Countryman MPG & running costs

Combined27 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,050
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Mini Countryman costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,250
Fuel only$15,250
Per mile$0.20

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.

Dimensions & weight

Length
175.2 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
65.4 in
Wheelbase
105.9 in
Curb weight
3,777–4,588 lb
Front track
62.2 in
Rear track
62.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Mini Countryman — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 50

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 50.

Activation of MINI Personal Assistant is not possible via the Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL) buttonand/or via the MINI Interaction Unit (MIU). Intelligent voice control via the wake-up word “Hey MINI” is possible.

Bulletin M651226 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

After programming the vehicle viaISTA/RSU to I-level …26-03-5xx, some ofthe interior ambient lighting strips (arrows)may begin to fail sporadically after a deepsleep cycle.

Bulletin M630426 · Electrical System · Aug 2026

The front interior reading light(s) (arrows) willrandomly turn ON and OFF while driving. The reading lights are normally activated bytouching the small icons (circled).

Bulletin M630326 · Exterior Lighting · Jun 2026

If MINI Personal Assistant is active in the vehicle, once the customer exits the vehicle and a new key cyclestarts, the MINI Personal Assistant is deactivated and no longer available.

Bulletin M651126 · Electrical System · Jun 2026

Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases itmay happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automaticallydeleted even though the underlying malfunction has…

Bulletin M120126 · Electrical System · Jun 2026

After a factory reset of the head unit, the navigation voice input cannot be activated or deactivated.

Bulletin M651026 · Electrical System · Jun 2026

The vehicle may experience various operational issues with Apple CarPlay Projected Modes such as: Dropped connections No automatic reconnection Display errors

Bulletin M650826 · Electrical System · Jun 2026

Unfavorable software in Headunit 6 (HU-H6).

Bulletin M650526 · Electrical System · Apr 2026

Due to an implementation error in various OBD diagnostics in the vehicle's control units, in very rare cases it may happen that stored fault memory codes (DTCs) and the MIL (warning light) are not automatically deleted even though the underlying malfunction ha…

Bulletin M120126 · Electrical System · Apr 2026

While driving on rough roads, a “cracking” sound is heard coming from the headliner area.

Bulletin M510126 · Structure · Mar 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the COUNTRYMAN. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2025 Mini Countryman. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the front seat belt(s) may have been damaged during production. As a result, the seat belt(s) may not hold a person in place during a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to…

Transport Canada #2025487 · Sep 2025

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, a motor in the integrated brake control module could fail and cause reduced power brake assist and a loss of rear hydraulic brakes. As a result, there may be reduced braking, and the antilock braking system (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC) may not work. Safety Risk: Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and could increase the…

Transport Canada #2024539 · Sep 2024

Label

Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safety Risk: This error does not affect vehicle safety. Corrective Actions: Thi…

Transport Canada #2024544 · Aug 2024

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the integrated brake system could cause reduced power brake assist. As a result, there may be reduced braking and the antilock braking system (ABS) and dynamic stability control (DSC) may not work. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2024-087. Safety Risk: Reduced braking can cause extended stopping distances and cou…

Transport Canada #2024456 · Aug 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2025 Mini Countryman vehicles on record

Other Mini Countryman model years

2025 Mini Countryman — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Mini Countryman have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2025 Mini Countryman. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Mini Countryman?

Across all 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2025 Mini Countryman get?

The 2025 Mini Countryman has a U.S. EPA estimate of 27 mpg combined (24 city / 32 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.