2026 MINI Countryman consumer reviews

After over a decade of owning MINI Coopers, I regret that I'll be moving on from the brand. MINI has lost the look and feel (handling) that made them so iconic and fun, especially now that they no longer offer a true "standard" version. The interior finishes feel cheap compared to the older models and the seats area stiff and uncomfortable. There are a lot of tech features in the car but it was most often more frustrating than it was enjoyable and for whatever reason, it wouldn't hold a connection to my cell phone. I've been a loyal MINI owner for many years but unfortunately it's time to part ways with the brand, which really disappoints me. I sincerely wish MINI would listen to their customer feedback and return to some of what many of us have been asking for.

I bought a countryman iconic. Loaded. Drove fine. Good giddy up in sport mode. Seats comfortable. Cabin Sparse. Almost zero knobs or buttons. The problem with this car is trying to adjust any setting while driving is dangerous. It’s a menu driven control panel. You little flu have to look away from the road. If you have poor vision stay away. Size wise. Felt more like a fav 4 than a mini cooper. Which ended up bumming me out. I actually sold this car after 6 months. I started hating it. My opinion. My wife has poor vision and I thought operating it was just as dangerous as using your cell phone while driving. I can’t recommend it do that reason