MINI MINI Countryman F60
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
178–306 PS
2.0L Turbo Benzin
THE MINI experience!
Legendary!143–190 PS
2.0L Diesel Diesel
5 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The MINI MINI Countryman F60 is available with 4 engine variants — from 75 to 306 hp. 4 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The MINI 2.0L Diesel (Diesel, 150–190 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B47C20 (2017–2024, Stay Away!) und B47C20 (2017–2020, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L Diesel!
The MINI 2.0L Turbo (Benziner, 178–192 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B48B20 (2017–2024, Be Careful) und B48B20 (2020–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L Turbo!
The MINI MINI JCW Countryman (Benziner, 231–306 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B48B20 (2017–2023, Be Careful) und B48B20 (2020–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the MINI JCW Countryman!
The MINI 1.5L Turbo PHEV (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 220–224 PS) comes with 2 different engines: B38A15M1 (2017–2023, Be Careful) und B38A15M1 (2020–2024, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L Turbo PHEV!
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Front lighting frequently flagged at MOT The front lighting is flagged at the MOT significantly more often than the class average. Rear lights also tend to develop condensation from moisture ingress. Symptoms: Flagged at the MOT for incorrect headlight alignment or internal condensation. In everyday use: insufficient road illumination, oncoming traffic dazzled. from 70,000 km | Medium | |
| Bluetooth connectivity problems The Bluetooth connection drops frequently or cannot be established. The problem mainly affects early models and was largely resolved by software updates at the dealer. Symptoms: Bluetooth disconnects sporadically while driving, smartphone no longer appears in the connection list. Music playback drops out briefly after calls. from 40,000 km | Low |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 46 weaknesses have been documented for the MINI MINI Countryman F60 (2017–2024) — 29 engine-related and 17 vehicle-related. One problem engine: B47C20 (2.0L Diesel). Typical issues affect Electronics, Suspension, Other, Body.
MINI Countryman (B47C20, 2017–2024) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 143–150 PS.
MINI Countryman (B47C20, 2017–2020) — Stay Away!: Recall EGR Cooler Fire Risk, DPF Regeneration Fails in Short-Trip Use, High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) Wear. Power: 190 PS.
MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2017–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 192 PS.
MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2017–2023) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 231 PS.
MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 178 PS.
MINI Countryman (B48B20, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Dual-Mass Flywheel and Clutch Premature Wear, Coolant Vent Line Breaks — BMW Service Action, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 300–306 PS.
MINI Countryman (B38A15M1, 2017–2023) — Be Careful: Recall High-Voltage Battery Short-Circuit Risk, Electric Water Pump Failure, Combustion Side Cooling System Leaking. Power: 135–136 PS.
MINI Countryman (B38A15M1, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Recall High-Voltage Battery Short-Circuit Risk, Electric Water Pump Failure, Combustion Side Cooling System Leaking. Power: 125 PS.
What to watch out for with the MINI MINI Countryman? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee