2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 Max Towing Capacity & Payload
Max Towing Capacity
1,587 lbs
Safe limit: 1,269 lbs (80% rule)
Max Payload
1,100 lbs
Often the real limiting factor
Fuel Economy
27.0 mpg
24 city / 32 hwy (EPA Est.)
The 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 is rated to tow up to 1,587 lbs powered by the 2.0L. For real-world towing, the practical limit is 1,269 lbs — that's 80% of max, giving you margin for hills, headwinds, and load variation. The payload rating of 1,100 lbs is the number to watch closely — once you add passengers, hitch weight, and gear, it fills faster than most people expect. With this setup, you're looking at pop-up campers and smaller travel trailers.
Recommended Equipment
Towing Gear for This Truck
Matched to this trim's Class II hitch class and 1,587 lb tow rating
Class II Hitch Receiver
Required for towing. 2" receiver is standard on tow-equipped models.
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Trailer Wiring Adapter
7-pin to 4-pin adapters for trailer brake lights and signals.
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Brake Controller
Required by law in most states for trailers over 3,000 lbs.
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Trailer Wiring Adapter
7-pin to 4-pin adapters for brake lights and signals on lighter trailers.
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Full Data
Specifications
Towing & Capacity
Engine & Performance
Dimensions
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Towing
Payload & Weight
Curb Weight
3,777 lbs
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Engine
Engine
2.0L
Horsepower
241 HP @ 4500 rpm
Torque
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Transmission
7-speed automated manual
Drive Type
All Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Premium unleaded (recommended)
Fuel Tank
14.3 gallons
Fuel Economy (EPA)
City24 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Combined27 mpg
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Dimensions
Overall Length175.0"
Overall Width72.6"
Height65.2"
What Can I Tow?
RV Class Compatibility
Based on a safe tow limit of 1,269 lbs and 1,100 lb payload. Shows what % of each RV class in our database you can tow.
RV Type
Weight Range
Coverage
Status
Destination Trailers
Bumper Pull
9,800 – 16,500 lbs
Out of Range
Expandable Trailers
Bumper Pull
1,000 – 25,450 lbs
Out of Range
Fifth Wheels
5th Wheel
1,176 – 24,000 lbs
Out of Range
Travel Trailers
Bumper Pull
1,100 – 89,950 lbs
Out of Range
Toy Haulers
5th / Bumper
1,300 – 112,250 lbs
Out of Range
⚠ Vehicle capacity only — does not include passengers, gear, or tongue weight. Run the full calculator →
Compare Configurations
Other 2025 MINI Countryman Trims
| Configuration | Max Towing | MPG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 MINI Countryman SE AWD | 2,645 lbs | — | View → |
Questions & Answers
Common Questions
How much can I actually tow with my 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4?
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The 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4 is rated at 1,587 lbs maximum — but the real-world best practice is the 80% rule: target 1,269 lbs as your practical limit. This gives you margin for hills, headwinds, braking distance, and real-world load variance. More critically, check your payload first — the door sticker tells you your specific truck's limit, and payload may be your actual binding constraint.
What about payload — how much stuff can I put in the truck?
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You have 1,100 lbs of payload capacity — that's everything going IN the truck: passengers (~150 lbs each), camping gear, coolers, and critically the tongue weight from your trailer. For bumper pull trailers, tongue weight is typically 10–15% of the trailer's loaded weight. It fills up faster than most people expect, especially on longer trips.
What kind of hitch do I need?
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For the 2025 MINI Countryman S ALL4, you need a Class II receiver hitch rated for 1,587 lbs. Don't skimp here — the hitch is the critical link between truck and trailer. For fifth wheel towing, you'll need a dedicated kingpin-style fifth wheel hitch mounted in the truck bed.
What types of RVs will work with my truck?
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With your 1,269 lb safe towing capacity, you're looking at pop-up campers and smaller travel trailers. The compatibility chart above shows what percentage of each RV class in our database you can handle. Use the Tow Calculator to check a specific RV including gear, water, and passengers.
What does GVWR mean and why should I care?
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GVWR is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating — the maximum your truck can weigh when fully loaded with people, gear, and fuel. Your truck's GVWR is 4,949 lbs. Exceed it and you're over-stressing brakes, suspension, and tires. This is different from towing capacity — it's about what the truck itself can carry.
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