2026 MINI Countryman
$0.56 per mile | $38,900 - $49,400 | 27 MPG
Lowest Cost per Mile SUVs for 2026
The 2026 MINI Countryman leads at $0.56 per mile, out of 156 vehicles with AAA ownership data. Base prices start at $21,600.
Top-Ranked Result
$0.56 per mile total operating cost
$38,900 starting MSRP, 27 MPG
How this list is generated
Model year: 2026; Vehicle type: SUV. Data is updated when source agencies publish new information.
$22k–$39kPrice Range
16Brands
155-Star Rated
$1,100Lowest Fuel Cost
Showing 30 of 156 vehicles
2026 Nissan Kicks
$0.66 per mile | $22,430 - $28,160 | 30-31 MPG
2026 Kia Seltos
$0.66 per mile | $23,790 - $31,490 | 29 MPG
2026 Hyundai Kona
$0.66 per mile | $25,500 - $34,150 | 27-31 MPG
2026 Buick Encore GX
$0.66 per mile | $25,900 - $33,000 | 27-30 MPG
2026 Honda HR-V
$0.66 per mile | $26,500 - $31,850 | 27-28 MPG
2026 Jeep Wrangler
$0.66 per mile | $33,785 - $59,220 | 21 MPG
2026 Subaru Outback
$0.66 per mile | $34,995 - $47,995 | 27 MPG
2026 Chevrolet Trax
$0.69 per mile | $21,600 - $25,300 | 29 MPG
2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer
$0.69 per mile | $23,000 - $29,200 | 27-31 MPG
2026 Buick Envista
$0.69 per mile | $24,600 - $29,400 | 30 MPG
2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
$0.69 per mile | $24,995 - $29,695 | 26 MPG
2026 Toyota Corolla Cross
$0.69 per mile | $25,035 - $31,410 | 30-32 MPG
2026 Mazda CX-30
$0.69 per mile | $25,975 - $37,900 | 27 MPG
2026 Volkswagen Taos
$0.69 per mile | $26,500 - $35,900 | 28-31 MPG
2026 Subaru Crosstrek
$0.69 per mile | $26,995 - $34,995 | 29-36 MPG
2026 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
$0.69 per mile | $27,695 - $31,845 | 25 MPG
2026 Kia Sportage
$0.69 per mile | $28,790 - $39,690 | 26-28 MPG
2026 Nissan Rogue
$0.69 per mile | $29,090 - $38,990 | 31-32 MPG
2026 Hyundai Tucson
$0.69 per mile | $29,450 - $42,075 | 26-36 MPG
2026 Mazda CX-50
$0.69 per mile | $29,900 - $42,900 | 25-38 MPG
2026 Mazda CX-5
$0.69 per mile | $29,990 - $38,990 | 25-26 MPG
2026 Subaru Forester
$0.69 per mile | $29,995 - $41,595 | 29 MPG
2026 Ford Escape
$0.69 per mile | $30,350 - $38,935
2026 Jeep Compass
$0.69 per mile | $30,595 - $34,530 | 26 MPG
2026 Volkswagen Tiguan
$0.69 per mile | $30,805 - $43,085 | 25-28 MPG
2026 Honda CR-V
$0.69 per mile | $30,920 - $42,250 | 29-40 MPG
2026 Ford Bronco Sport
$0.69 per mile | $31,845 - $40,265 | 24 MPG
2026 Acura ADX
$0.69 per mile | $35,000 - $44,000 | 28-29 MPG
2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale
$0.69 per mile | $36,995 - $41,495 | 24 MPG
Common Questions
What is the cheapest suv to operate per mile in 2026?
The 2026 MINI Countryman has the lowest cost per mile at $0.56, out of 156 vehicles with AAA ownership data for 2026. This includes fuel, insurance, depreciation, maintenance, and financing costs.
What does cost per mile include?
Cost per mile combines all major ownership expenses: fuel, insurance, depreciation, maintenance, registration, taxes, and financing. It is calculated from AAA annual ownership cost data divided by 15,000 miles (the average annual driving distance). A lower cost per mile means the vehicle is cheaper to own and operate over time.
Are the cheapest cars per mile also the cheapest to buy?
Not always. Among these 156 vehicles, base prices range from $21,600 to $38,900. A higher-priced vehicle can have a lower cost per mile if it has better fuel economy, lower insurance rates, or slower depreciation. Total cost of ownership matters more than sticker price.
Which brands have suvs on this list?
16 brands are represented: Acura, Alfa Romeo, Buick, Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, and 8 more. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.