How much is a 2016 MINI CountrymanDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 MINI CountrymanDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €9,223, based on 9 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 MINI Countryman depreciate per year?

A MINI Countryman loses roughly 22.2% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 MINI Countryman from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 MINI CountrymanDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 MINI CountrymanDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

MINI Countryman2016

Diesel

27 days avg on market · Low data confidence

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No ROI listings currently available

There are 4 NI listings for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 21h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Listing price range

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

156k km

typical 149k km

Days listed

27d

avg on market · demand 55/100

AI Market Summary

Proven diesel efficiency and compact practicality — Countryman offers real-world fuel economy and surprising cargo flexibility for urban and family use.
Priced fairly for the segment; diesel demand remains steady in Ireland, so resale hold should be reasonable if maintained well.
DPF blockages plague this model, especially short-trip urban drivers — expect potential €800–€1,500 cleaning/replacement cost if warning lights appear or engine limps.
Turbocharger wear is common by this age/mileage — listen for wastegate rattle on cold start and request full service history proving regular oil changes.
Before purchase, obtain a MINI-specific pre-buy inspection; confirm DPF regeneration history and that turbo hasn't been replaced (warranty on used turbos varies significantly).

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

110 bhp

112 PS

Torque

270 Nm

199 lb·ft

0–62 mph

11.6s

112 mph top

Engine

1.6L

1600 cc

Boot space

350L

1170L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

60.1 mpg

4.7 L/100km

Urban

54.3 mpg

Extra urban

64.2 mpg

CO₂

123 g/km

EURO 6

NOx

171 mg/km

Import levy: €3075

Fuel tank

47L

Dimensions

Length

4.10m

4100 mm

Width

1.79m

Height

1.54m

Wheelbase

2.60m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 84% · Child 83%

Insurance

Group 14E

Road tax (UK)

£165

per year

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

MINI Countryman 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 MINI Countryman diesel offers decent efficiency for its class, but suffers from several powertrain and electrical gremlins typical of this generation. Ownership can be costly due to turbo issues, DPF problems, and electrical faults; parts are expensive even at independents. It represents mixed value unless purchased at a significant discount.

Known issues

DPF clogging and regeneration issues, especially on low-mileage/urban-driven examples; can lead to limp-mode and expensive cleaning or replacement (€800–1,500)
Turbocharger reliability concerns; wastegate rattle, turbo bearing wear, and occasional complete failure around 80,000–120,000 miles
EGR valve faults causing rough idle, high emissions, and check engine light; common on diesel engines of this era
Electrical gremlins: windows, door locks, and infotainment glitches; MINI's electrical architecture is fragile
Fuel injector deposits and carbon build-up on direct injection engines reducing efficiency and drivability
Transmission judder on low-speed manoeuvres (especially with the 6-speed manual); clutch engagement issues

Good for

Reasonable fuel economy (45–52 mpg real-world, depending on driving) compared to petrol rivals
Practical interior space and surprisingly decent boot for the segment
Fun, involving driving dynamics typical of MINI; sharp steering and nimble handling
Lower road tax than petrol equivalent (€180–220 annual VED if registered pre-2021)

Years to avoid: 2016, 2017

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