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2012 MINI Countryman MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 MINI Countryman is a compact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 30 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 26 to 30 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 46 compact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 34th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $1,975 a year to fuel.

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Combined 30 MPG 27 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,975 15,000 mi/yr · $13.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #34 of 46 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 MINI Countryman's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2711.58.7
Highway3414.56.9
Combined3012.87.8

How it ranks among 2012 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Focus EV105 MPGe $864
  2. 2Toyota Prius c50 MPG $930
  3. 3Honda Civic Hybrid44 MPG $1,057
  4. 4Lexus CT42 MPG $1,107
  5. 5Honda Insight41 MPG $1,134
  6. 34MINI Countryman30 MPG $1,975
  7. 46Rolls-Royce Phantom14 MPG $4,232
2012 CountrymanOther compact carsClass median: $1,691/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Countryman MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Cooper Countryman
Gas 27 MPG 34 MPG 30 MPG — $1,975
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Cooper S Countryman
Gas 25 MPG 31 MPG 28 MPG — $2,116
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Cooper S Countryman
Gas 26 MPG 32 MPG 28 MPG — $2,116
FWD · 1.6L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Cooper Countryman
Gas 25 MPG 29 MPG 27 MPG — $2,194
AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
Cooper S Countryman All4
Gas 25 MPG 30 MPG 27 MPG — $2,194
AWD · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
Cooper S Countryman All4
Gas 23 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $2,279

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
1.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
87 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
296 g/mi

2012 MINI Countryman vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 MINI Countryman?

Up to 30 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 26 to 30 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 MINI Countryman use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 MINI Countryman?

The 2012 MINI Countryman's fuel average is 12.8 km/L (7.8 L/100 km), or 30 MPG combined: 11.5 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 MINI Countryman per year?

About $1,975 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $13.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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