MINI USA Extends Price Protection—But Tariffs Now Hit Cooper and Countryman Very Differently

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In the latest US Tariff twist, UK-built vehicles headed to the U.S. now face a reduced 10% import tariff. For MINI, that’s a partial win—especially for the Oxford-built MINI Cooper. However the German built Countryman is still subject to a 25% tariff. In another twist MINIUSA HAS extended price protection for all models until June 30th

Story is more complicated with this latest move. While the Cooper gets a limited break, the German-built 2025 MINI Countryman remains subject to the full 25% tariff with no quota, no cap, and no relief in sight.

At the same time, MINI USA has extended its price protection window through June—but only if your vehicle is produced by June 30. Not ordered. Not delivered. Built.

Cooper vs. Countryman: Two Paths, Two Outcomes

• 2025 MINI Cooper (F65, 66 & 67) – As a UK-built model, the Cooper falls under the new 10% tariff—but only if it’s part of the 100,000-car cap (which itself may go away).
• 2025 MINI Countryman (U25) – Built in Leipzig, Germany, the Countryman doesn’t qualify for the reduced rate and will face the full 25% tariff. That’s a tough hit for a model in a highly competitive crossover market.

What Hasn’t Changed

MINI USA’s price protection remains in effect—but only for cars built before July. If your MINI is produced by June 30, you’re locked in at current MSRP, regardless of when it’s delivered. Any car slipping into July production or beyond could see a significant bump if tariffs are factored into final pricing.

What You Should Do

• Order Now – Especially for the Countryman
• Ask About In-Stock or Pipeline Units – Dealers may already have June-production cars in the pipeline. Flexibility could save you thousands.
• Plan for a Shift After June – Particularly for Countryman buyers, the odds of a price hike go up sharply in July.

Our Take

MINI Cooper buyers may catch a break—for now. Countryman buyers? Not so much. Either way, if you want your MINI at today’s price, the safest move is getting it built before the end of June. After that, tariff-driven changes are more than likely—they’re almost inevitable.

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