2021 MINI Cooper Countryman — Full Specifications
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The 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman is a hatchback powered by a 1.5L 3-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 35 mpg (UK) / 29 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a MINI Cooper Countryman workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2020 MINI Cooper Countryman: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 35 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Hatchback |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 97 cu ft (2,747 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 18 cu ft (510 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 35 combined / 31 urban / 40 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 29 combined / 26 city / 33 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 190 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 6 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $2,850 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman, all with the 1.5L 3-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 35 | 29 (26/33) | 190 | $2,850 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 97 cubic feet (about 2,747 litres) and luggage volume at 18 cubic feet (about 510 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
Owner Essentials for the 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman
Running Costs: 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman at 35 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,039 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $2,850 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2021 MINI Cooper Countryman Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
How It Compares
At 35 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 34 mpg average for MINI models in our database.
Of the 14 MINI Cooper Countryman model years we cover, the 2021 ranks 5th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (35 mpg UK combined, against a high of 36 mpg). See every MINI Cooper Countryman year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman have?
It's fitted with a 1.5L 3-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (am-s7) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman?
The most efficient configuration returns around 35 mpg (UK) combined, or 29 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $2,850 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2021 MINI Cooper Countryman have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 97 cubic feet (about 2,747 litres) and luggage volume at 18 cubic feet (about 510 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.