MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. MINI Countryman
When we compare the MINI Hardtop 2 Door's and the MINI Countryman's specifications and ratings, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The MINI Countryman has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. The MINI Hardtop 2 Door and MINI Countryman have the same overall quality score base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Hardtop 2 Door's and the MINI Countryman's specifications and ratings, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door is a better car than the MINI Countryman.
MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. MINI Countryman Pricing
A used 2024 MINI Hardtop 2 Door ranges from $28,993 to $42,401 while a used 2024 MINI Countryman is priced between $36,465 to $45,153. For a new model, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door's price is between $31,855 and $45,703, with the MINI Countryman priced between $36,795 and $48,990.
MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. MINI Countryman Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the MINI Hardtop 2 Door loses 35.2 percent of its value and the MINI Countryman loses 38.8 percent of its value. This means the MINI Hardtop 2 Door retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the MINI Countryman.
MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. MINI Countryman Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the MINI Hardtop 2 Door and MINI Countryman is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the MINI Hardtop 2 Door being ranked 10 out of 17 Best Subcompact Cars and the MINI Countryman being ranked 9 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs.
MINI Hardtop 2 Door vs. MINI Countryman Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the MINI Hardtop 2 Door is 6.3 out of 10. For the MINI Countryman the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the MINI Countryman a slight advantage in reliability compared to the MINI Hardtop 2 Door.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the MINI Hardtop 2 Door and the MINI Countryman makes 134 horsepower. The Hardtop 2 Door is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 441 miles. The Countryman is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles.This gives the MINI Hardtop 2 Door the advantage in fuel efficiency and the MINI Countryman the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The MINI Countryman, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The MINI Hardtop 2 Door, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The MINI Hardtop 2 Door has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$31,855 - $45,703
Used Asking Price:
$28,993 - $42,401
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
35.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$36,795 - $48,990
Used Asking Price:
$36,465 - $45,153
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.8%
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
MINI Countryman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Rankings
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1 out of / 17Ranking
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3 out of / 28Ranking
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4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
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14 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
29 out of / 43MINI Countryman Rankings
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1 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
11 out of / 55Ranking
13 out of / 66Ranking
13 out of / 55Ranking
13 out of / 20Ranking
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15 out of / 55Ranking
17 out of / 66Ranking
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32 out of / 66Ranking
34 out of / 55Ranking
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37 out of / 66Ranking
37 out of / 53Ranking
38 out of / 62Ranking
47 out of / 66Ranking
47 out of / 55Ranking
56 out of / 66Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
MINI Hardtop 2 Door Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works
MINI Countryman Trim Levels
Cooper, Cooper ALL4, 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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1480 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 1480 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 38 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 441 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
419 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47.8 inches
Cargo Space:
8.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
34 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
17.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
47.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2712 lbs
Width:
75.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
152.2 inches
Wheelbase:
98.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3444 lbs
Width:
78.8 inches
Height:
61.3 inches
Length:
169.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
175/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
