2027 MINI Countryman: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, S ALL4 · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$38,900the advertised price
Drive away$43,961with fees and tax
Loan payment$664/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,311/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $43,961Insurance $17,640Fuel $19,784Interest and lost return $18,189Maintenance and plates $11,577

$43,961 to drive away + $67,190 to run it for 6 years − $16,757 back at resale = $94,394, or $1,311 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$43,961
Running it, 6 yrs+$67,190
Back at resale−$16,757
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$38,900
Feesfreight $1,350 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,435
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$3,626
Fuel13,500 mi a year at 27 MPG
+$19,784
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,640
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$9,324
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$8,865
Maintenanceestimate
+$8,575
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,002
Resale after 6 years43% of MSRP, you get this back
−$16,757
True cost $94,394 ÷ 72 months$1,311 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySports Activity Vehicle, Sport Utility Vehicle175.0 in long
Seats5from the Canadian version or the type
Cargo25.0 cu ftbehind row 2
Engine and fuel
Engine241–308 hp premium gas or electric, AWD
0–60 mph5.4–6.2 sMINI's figure
Fuel economy25–27 MPG · 98 MPGeEPA combined
Range216 miabout 151 mi in winter
TowingUp to 3,500 lb
Tires19" or 20"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
European crash test5 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2024, European version
Warranty4 yrs
Resale at 6 years43% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: AWD, 5 seats.
Countryman S ALL4$38,900$43,961$94,394✓ $1,311/mo3,50027 MPG
Countryman S ALL4 Iconic Trim$42,300$47,667$98,235$1,364/mo3,50027 MPG
Countryman S ALL4 - Untamed Edition$43,900$49,411$101,721$1,413/mo3,50025 MPG
Countryman SE ALL4$45,200$50,827$96,468$1,340/mo2,64598 MPGe
Countryman SE ALL4 Iconic Trim$48,600$54,533$100,809$1,400/mo2,64598 MPGe
Countryman S ALL4
✓ $1,311/mo
True cost
Sticker $38,900Drive-away $43,9616 yrs $94,394Tows 3,500Fuel use 27 MPG
Countryman S ALL4Iconic Trim
$1,364/mo
True cost
Sticker $42,300Drive-away $47,6676 yrs $98,235Tows 3,500Fuel use 27 MPG
Countryman S ALL4 - Untamed Edition
$1,413/mo
True cost
Sticker $43,900Drive-away $49,4116 yrs $101,721Tows 3,500Fuel use 25 MPG
Countryman SE ALL4
$1,340/mo
True cost
Sticker $45,200Drive-away $50,8276 yrs $96,468Tows 2,645Fuel use 98 MPGe
Countryman SE ALL4Iconic Trim
$1,400/mo
True cost
Sticker $48,600Drive-away $54,5336 yrs $100,809Tows 2,645Fuel use 98 MPGe

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).
Feature
Countryman S ALL4$38,900
Countryman S ALL4 Iconic Trim$42,300
Countryman S ALL4 - Untamed Edition$43,900
Countryman SE ALL4$45,200
Countryman SE ALL4 Iconic Trim$48,600
Safety and driver assist
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Massaging seats
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓
✓ from Countryman SE ALL4
Wireless phone charging
✓
✓ from Countryman SE ALL4
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ Every trim
Head-up display
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ Every trim
Tow hitch included
+ $750
+ $750
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ Every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim

MINI lists only a few items for this model, so features not shown above may still be fitted; check with the dealer.

Full standard equipment on the Countryman S ALL4 (6 items)
  • Black Roof and Mirror Caps
  • Vescin/Cloth Combination Black/Blue
  • 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission
  • Classic Style
  • Comfort Package
  • Signature Plus Trim

Recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for 2025 to 2027 Countryman models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.

Quick answers
How much is a 2027 Countryman in California?
$43,961 to drive away for the Countryman S ALL4, from a $38,900 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $664 loan payment, about $1,345 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,311 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
2,645 lb for the Countryman SE ALL4; 3,500 lb for every other trim.

Colors

Slate Blue Metallic+$650Smokey Green Metallic+$650Blazing Blue Metallic+$650Indigo Sunset Blue Metallic+$650Nanuq White Metallic+$650Melting Silver III Metallic+$650Midnight Black II Metallic+$650British Racing Green IV Metallic+$650Chili Red IIHideaway GreyNomad Blue

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US prices in US dollars from MINI's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.