How much is a 2018 MINI CountrymanPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 MINI CountrymanPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €14,000, based on 4 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 MINI Countryman depreciate per year?

A MINI Countryman loses roughly 17.0% 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 2018 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 2018 MINI CountrymanPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 MINI CountrymanPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

MINI Countryman2018

Petrol

31 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

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 3h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Listing price range

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

101k km

typical 93k km

Days listed

31d

avg on market · demand 75/100

AI Market Summary

Sporty, fun handling and nippy turbo performance make it engaging in urban driving; decent boot space for its class.
Priced fairly at median for the market segment—no obvious bargain or premium, so competition is stiff with four active listings.
Direct-injection carbon buildup causes rough idle and hesitation, especially on frequent short trips; turbocharger wastegate rattle common at cold start.
Check full service history meticulously—carbon cleaning is expensive. Verify infotainment system works (freezing, Bluetooth issues reported) and test door locks/contact sensors before committing.
Request mechanic inspection of turbo for rattle noise on cold start, and confirm all three recalls have been addressed with dealer documentation.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

134 bhp

122 PS

Torque

220 Nm

162 lb·ft

0–62 mph

9.8s

122 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

450L

1390L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

46.3 mpg

6.1 L/100km

Urban

38.2 mpg

Extra urban

53.3 mpg

Fuel tank

51L

Dimensions

Length

4.30m

4299 mm

Width

1.82m

Height

1.56m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Kerb weight

1,455 kg

2,045 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 90% · Child 80%

Insurance

Group 17E

Road tax (UK)

£265

per year

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

MINI Countryman 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 MINI Countryman petrol is generally reliable but prone to minor electrical gremlins and turbo carbon buildup issues typical of modern downsized engines. It's fun to drive with good practicality for its size, but ownership costs can be higher than class average due to MINI dealer parts pricing and turbocharged engine complexity. It represents reasonable value for money if purchased at the right price, but budget for more frequent servicing than conventional petrol rivals.

Known issues

Carbon buildup on direct-injection valves causing rough idle and hesitation, especially on short trips
Turbocharger wastegate rattle at cold start and under boost, occasionally requiring replacement
Electrical gremlins: infotainment system freezing, Bluetooth connectivity dropouts, and door contact issues
Oil leaks from valve cover gasket and turbo oil return lines
Timing chain rattle on cold start; chain stretch reported in isolated cases after 80,000+ miles
Transmission judder on low-speed manoeuvres (particularly DSG variants, though petrol can experience similar)

Good for

Fun, responsive driving dynamics with sharp handling and good steering feedback
Surprisingly spacious interior and boot for a compact SUV; practical for families
Efficient turbocharged engine delivering good performance without excessive fuel consumption
Strong resale value and desirable brand appeal in the used market

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Seatbelt2018

Front seatbelt anchorage attachment points may not be sufficiently robust to provide full restraint in certain crash scenarios

Remedy: Inspection and reinforcement or replacement of seatbelt anchorage points

DVSA-2018-001

Engine2018

Potential engine oil leakage from turbocharger mounting area under certain conditions

Remedy: Inspection and replacement of turbo seals and gaskets as required

llm-1775956676506

Fuel System2017

Fuel pump module may fail due to contamination, causing loss of fuel supply and stalling

Remedy: Fuel pump module replacement and tank inspection/cleaning

DVSA-2017-017

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

by value score

Mini Countryman 2018

€14,000

+21% vs expected price

87k km · manual · 35d

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