MINI Countryman hybrid owner reviews

“The MINI Countryman PHEV is cheap to run, fun to drive and quiet in traffic”

Carbuyer Rating

3.5 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.0 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Car Details

Year

2019

Avg annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

94
Tell us what you think about your car?
It probably sounds silly but so far really love my MINI PHEV. It's fun, stylish, practical and makes my normally dreary commute a lot more enjoyable. Favourite features; thanks to the 10 kWh battery typically drive electrically 30 miles daily. Which is terrific. Preheating by timer or app is super practical and as a bonus tips up the battery. Love the design both the exterior and interior. The Harman Kardon stereo is top notch. What's not so great? Adaptive Cruise control shuts itself off way too often. Camera based system. LED lights are good but the family's Insignia's matrix LEDs play in a different league.
Would you recommend the car to a friend?

3 out of 5

Car Details

Year

2017

Avg annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

45
Tell us what you think about your car?
Top 3 things - 1. acceleration, 2. silence, 3. fast 100% charge (2 hours 15mins), Worst 5 things 1. Very limited electric range (15-20 miles max), 2. Can't get congestion zone permit as no certificate of compliance provided by Mini 3. It can't tow caravans or anything else 4. Satnav was useless but now there is an upgrade with a 4G SIM slot, 5. Poor mileage if driving say 60 miles a day commute as engine is hauling around an unused battery pack and motors
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