2015 MINI Countryman vs. 2016 MINI Countryman
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2015 MINI Countryman and 2016 MINI Countryman contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2015 MINI Countryman and the 2016 MINI Countryman.
When we compare the 2015 MINI Countryman's and the 2016 MINI Countryman's specifications and ratings, the 2015 MINI Countryman has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2015 MINI Countryman and 2016 MINI Countryman have the same interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 MINI Countryman's and the 2016 MINI Countryman's specifications and ratings, the 2015 MINI Countryman is a better car than the 2016 MINI Countryman.
Pricing: A used 2015 MINI Countryman ranges from $8,690 to $17,998 while a used 2016 MINI Countryman is priced between $9,998 to $19,996.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2015 MINI Countryman and the 2016 MINI Countryman both lose 37.6 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.6 out of 10. MINI Countryman is ranked 9 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the MINI Countryman is ranked 40 and the MINI Countryman is ranked 40 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the MINI Countryman is 7.1 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2015 MINI Countryman and the 2016 MINI Countryman makes 121 horsepower. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 397 miles. This gives the 2015 MINI Countryman the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2016 MINI Countryman. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,503
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$16,895 - $22,750
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$19,914
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$17,695 - $22,750
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,979
Price Range:
$8,690 - $17,998
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$11,790
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$10,808 - $13,075
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
115
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
92,581
# Good or Great Deals:
58
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$15,044
Price Range:
$9,998 - $19,996
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$13,533
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
$11,304 - $16,247
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
87
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
83,102
# Good or Great Deals:
35
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 MINI Countryman
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.9 - 3.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 MINI Countryman
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
3.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.9 - 6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.1 - 7.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
0.9 - 7.3
MINI Countryman Rankings
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60 out of / 67MINI Countryman Rankings
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8 out of / 67Ranking
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49 out of / 67Ranking
50 out of / 59Ranking
60 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4, John Cooper Works ALL4
2016 MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper S ALL4, John Cooper Works ALL4
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
118 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
118 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 32 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 397 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
41.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
41.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
161.7 inches
Wheelbase:
102.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
161.7 inches
Wheelbase:
102.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Absolute Black Metallic
Blue
Cosmic Blue Metallic / Starlight Blue Metallic
Brown
Brilliant Copper / Light Coffee
Gray
Midnight Gray Metallic
Green
Jungle Green Metallic
Red
Blazing Red
Silver
Crystal Silver Metallic
White
Light White
Exterior Colors
Black
Absolute Black Metallic
Blue
Cosmic Blue Metallic / Kite Blue Metallic / Starlight Blue Metallic
Brown
Brilliant Copper Metallic
Gray
Earl Gray Metallic / Midnight Gray Metallic
Green
Jungle Green Metallic
Red
Blazing Red Metallic
Silver
Crystal Silver Metallic
White
Light White
Interior Colors
Beige
Polar Beige
Black
Carbon Black / Championship Red
Brown
Light Coffee / Light Tobacco
Red
Pure Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Polar Beige
Black
Carbon Black / Championship Red
Brown
Light Coffee / Light Tobacco
Red
Pure Red
