# MINI Countryman batteries

> The MINI Countryman has run through 2 generations between 2010 and 2025, and we cover every one of them with 7 compatible batteries: 54 to 80 Ah, 530 to 800 A of cold cranking, from 60.70 € with VAT.

## MINI Countryman generations

Each generation takes a different battery. If you are torn between two, check the body style or use the number plate lookup.

| Generation | Years | Body | Batteries | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Countryman II | 2016–2025 | berlina | 46 | /gb/car-batteries/mini/mini-countryman-f60 |
| Mini Countryman I | 2010–2016 | berlina | 25 | /gb/car-batteries/mini/mini-countryman-r60 |

## Best-selling batteries for the MINI Countryman

| Modelo | V | Ah | CCA (EN) | Tech | € VAT incl. | Stock | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A | 12 | 74 | 680 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 66,95 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-e11-12v-74ah-680a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM | 12 | 70 | 760 | AGM | 118,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a7-agm-12v-70ah-760a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM | 12 | 80 | 800 | AGM | 146,65 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a6-agm-12v-80ah-800a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N70 12V 70Ah 760A EFB | 12 | 70 | 760 | EFB | 110,15 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n70-efb-12v-70ah-760a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta A8 12V 60Ah 680A AGM | 12 | 60 | 680 | AGM | 106,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-a8-agm-12v-60ah-680a |
| Car battery Varta C30 12V 54Ah 530A | 12 | 54 | 530 | PLOMO/ACIDO | 60,70 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-c30-12v-54ah-530a |
| Start-Stop battery Varta N80 12V 80Ah 800A EFB | 12 | 80 | 800 | EFB | 125,65 | ✓ | https://baterias.com/gb/battery-varta-n80-12v-80ah-800a |

## How to know which battery your MINI Countryman takes

Easiest of all is the number plate lookup: those few characters tell us the precise variant, the engine and the original battery, so you need not check anything else.

Another route is the vehicle paperwork: the registration date places you in one of the generations listed. In the overlap years, body style is the detail that separates them.

One last check: the label on the fitted battery gives you the reference capacity and cold cranking. Match or improve those numbers, and make sure the case size and polarity suit your battery tray.

## Start-Stop: which battery your Countryman needs

Start-Stop on the modern Countryman changes the rules: the battery takes hundreds of micro-cycles daily. The correct answer is EFB for basic systems and AGM where braking energy is recovered. Dropping to a conventional battery is the most expensive mistake you can make here.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which battery does a MINI Countryman take?
It depends on the generation and engine: there are 7 compatible batteries in total, from 54 to 80 Ah and 530 to 800 A of cold cranking. The best sellers for this model are Car battery Varta E11 12V 74Ah 680A, Start-Stop battery Varta A7 12V 70Ah 760A AGM, Start-Stop battery Varta A6 12V 80Ah 800A AGM. With your plate we tell you the exact one in seconds.

### How much does a MINI Countryman battery cost?
Between 60.70 € and 146.65 €, VAT included, depending on capacity and technology (AGM, EFB, lead-acid). Start-Stop versions (AGM or EFB) sit at the top of the range because they withstand many more cycles.

### How do I know which generation my Countryman is?
By the registration year: Mini Countryman II (2016-2025); Mini Countryman I (2010-2016). If your year falls in the overlap between two generations, tell them apart by body type (hatchback, estate or coupé) or use the plate finder, which settles it with no doubt.

### Can I fit a battery with more amps?
Yes, as long as the dimensions fit the tray and the terminal layout matches. More capacity (Ah) and more cold cranking (A) do not harm the vehicle: the alternator charges it the same and you gain margin in winter. What you must never do is go below the original figures.

### How long does a MINI Countryman battery last?
Between 4 and 6 years in normal use. Start-Stop batteries (AGM/EFB) tend to last slightly less in city driving because of the number of starts, but they are designed for that cycling. If the car sits unused for weeks or you notice slow cranking in the cold, get it checked.

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Updated: 2026-07-31 · https://baterias.com/gb/car-batteries/mini/mini-countryman