How much is a 2021 MINI CountrymanPlug-in Hybrid worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 MINI CountrymanPlug-in Hybrid on the Irish used-car market is around €29,880, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 MINI Countryman depreciate per year?

A MINI Countryman loses roughly 14.1% 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 2021 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 2021 MINI CountrymanPlug-in Hybrid?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 MINI CountrymanPlug-in Hybrid using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

MINI Countryman2021

Plug-in Hybrid

€26,995ROI listing median

18 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€28k – €30k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated just now · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€29,880

private sale ~€26,796 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€19,541 – €23,728

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

79k km

typical 71k km

Days listed

18d

avg on market · demand 91/100

AI Market Summary

Strong hybrid efficiency and low tax appeal offset by battery degradation risk — expect 15–20% range loss by now.
Pricing up 30% year-on-year; demand is high but median €29,880 feels stretched for a 5-year-old PHEV with known electrical gremlins.
High-voltage wiring corrosion and DSG judder are recurring issues at this age — request full dealer service history and latest software updates.
Before buying, request battery health report from MINI dealer; real-world EV range under 30 km suggests imminent capacity loss.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

221 bhp

224 PS

Torque

385 Nm

284 lb·ft

0–62 mph

6.8s

123 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

113 mpg

Fuel tank

36L

Dimensions

Length

4.30m

4299 mm

Width

1.82m

Height

1.56m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 90% · Child 80%

Insurance

Group 26E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

MINI Countryman 2021

Reliability

3/5

The 2021 MINI Countryman PHEV is a capable urban runabout with genuine electric-only credentials, but ownership is complicated by BMW's complex hybrid systems, expensive dealer servicing, and reports of battery degradation. Real-world fuel consumption is significantly higher than WLTP figures unless religiously charged; the 48V electrical architecture and dual-motor complexity introduce failure points not found in conventional cars. Reasonable choice for high-mileage commuters with home charging, but a lottery for used buyers.

Known issues

Battery capacity loss and range reduction after 5-7 years; some owners report 15-20% degradation
High-voltage wiring harness corrosion and water ingress in engine bay, causing intermittent electric motor or charging faults
DSG 7-speed gearbox judder and hesitation during low-speed hybrid-to-EV transitions
Charging port connector corrosion and failure to recognise wall-box or public chargers
12V auxiliary battery discharge and starter-generator faults under hybrid operation; DCM module failures
Turbo petrol engine carbon build-up on direct injection, leading to rough idle and power loss in hybrid mode

Good for

Sub-30km daily commutes with home charging (40km WLTP range often delivers 25-30km real-world if battery healthy)
Zero-emission urban driving and low congestion-charge liability in UK cities
Decent boot space and interior comfort for weekend trips when petrol engine engages
Strong residual value in urban markets where PHEV tax incentives and company car schemes are active

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

High-Voltage System2021

Defective high-voltage wiring harness can cause electric motor shutdown and loss of propulsion in electric or hybrid mode.

Remedy: Replacement of high-voltage wiring harness and inspection of connectors for corrosion.

2021/0046

Engine2021

Turbocharger wastegate actuator stiction and carbon accumulation can cause turbo boost-pressure loss and limp-mode activation.

Remedy: Cleaned or replaced turbocharger and updated engine control software for DI fuel injector timing.

llm-1775962606335

Charging System2020

Charging port may not operate reliably with certain AC wall-box chargers due to intermittent contact; potential fire risk.

Remedy: Software update to charging control module and replacement of charging port connector if necessary.

2020/0008

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

Potential value opportunities

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€26,995

+6% vs expected price

97k km · automatic · Wicklow · 16d

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