Mini Countryman value and depreciation
Known for the practical family mini.
Projected value of a new Mini Countryman
We class the Mini Countryman as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 61% after three years and 46% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 80% | R 598 239 | R 526 450 |
| 3 years | 61% | R 457 282 | R 402 408 |
| 5 years | 46% | R 341 210 | R 300 265 |
| 7 years | 34% | R 251 514 | R 221 332 |
| 10 years | 21% | R 156 287 | R 137 533 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 746 906; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Now in its third generation, the Countryman has been the family-sized Mini in South Africa since 2011. The latest car is the biggest Mini yet and adds an electric version alongside the petrol range. It shares most of the brand's local volume with the Cooper hatch.
What used Countryman years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Countryman | R 746 906 | R 657 277 | Details → |
| 2025 Countryman | R 567 051 | R 499 005 | Details → |
| 2024 Countryman | R 469 921 | R 413 530 | Details → |
| 2023 Countryman | R 389 427 | R 342 696 | Details → |
| 2022 Countryman | R 318 855 | R 280 592 | Details → |
| 2021 Countryman | R 261 072 | R 229 743 | Details → |
| 2020 Countryman | R 213 760 | R 188 109 | Details → |
| 2019 Countryman | R 172 900 | R 152 152 | Details → |
| 2018 Countryman | R 139 850 | R 123 068 | Details → |
| 2017 Countryman | R 113 117 | R 99 543 | Details → |
| 2016 Countryman | R 91 495 | R 80 516 | Details → |
| 2015 Countryman | R 74 006 | R 65 125 | Details → |
Countryman against its rivals
Mini Countryman: common questions
What is a Mini Countryman worth after 3 years?
A Mini Countryman bought new today for R 746 906 is projected to be worth about R 457 282 after three years, which is 61% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 402 408.
Does the Mini Countryman hold its value?
We class the Mini Countryman as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 61% after three years and 46% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Mini Countryman cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 469 921 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 74 006. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Mini Countryman cost per month?
Financing a new Mini Countryman at R 746 906 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 13 055 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.