How much is a 2018 Mini CountrymanDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Mini CountrymanDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €19,745, based on 10 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 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 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 CountrymanDiesel?

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

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Mini Countryman2018

Diesel

€19,499ROI listing median

NI import est.€23,279

ROI cheaper by ~€3,780

24 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A11 (121–125 g/km) (21%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€15k – €20k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€19,499

private sale ~€16,145 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€10,465 – €12,708

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

98k km

typical 102k km

Days listed

24d

avg on market · demand 64/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel engine delivers strong fuel economy and low tax relative to petrol—ideal for higher-mileage Irish drivers doing regular longer runs.
Well-priced versus petrol equivalents; demand is steady and resale value holding up, especially at median mileage (102k km) which matches expected wear.
Mini's electrical gremlins (infotainment glitches, window regulators, door locks) can surface on any model year—get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on electrics and play with all controls.
Request full service history to confirm oil changes on schedule; diesel engines suffer premature wear if maintenance is spotty, and this year lacks major reported defects.
Check tyre tread depth and brake pad wear before committing; 8-year-old suspension bushings may also need renewal soon, which is not cheap on a Countryman.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

110 bhp

112 PS

Torque

270 Nm

199 lb·ft

0–62 mph

11.6s

112 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 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

Fuel tank

47L

Dimensions

Length

4.10m

4100 mm

Width

1.79m

Height

1.54m

Wheelbase

2.60m

Kerb weight

1,390 kg

1,900 kg gross

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 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Mini Countryman diesel offers decent practicality but suffers from typical BMW-group diesel reliability issues, particularly DPF regeneration problems and costly injector failures. Ownership can be rewarding for those prepared for above-average maintenance costs, especially around emissions control systems. Resale value remains reasonable but depreciation accelerates once warranty expires.

Known issues

DPF (diesel particulate filter) clogging and forced regeneration cycles, especially on short urban journeys
Fuel injector carbon build-up and occasional injector failure requiring replacement (€800–€1200 per injector)
EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) valve sticking, causing rough idle and increased emissions
Water ingress into tailgate area causing electrical gremlins and boot leaks
Timing chain tensioner noise on cold start; premature wear reported from ~80,000 miles
Turbocharger lag and occasional boost pressure sensor faults affecting driveability

Good for

Strong low-end torque delivery makes urban driving responsive and economical
Good fuel economy (45–50 mpg real-world) when DPF stays clear and engine is warm
Compact crossover practicality with decent boot space and interior quality
Reasonable parts availability through BMW network and independent suppliers

Years to avoid: 2018, 2019

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