MINI Countryman AC evaporator replacement Cost
2010–2014 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$780–$1.8k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
4–12h
At a typical garage
The AC evaporator sits inside the dashboard and absorbs heat from cabin air; pinhole leaks cause refrigerant loss and musty odours. It is one of the more labour-intensive AC repairs as the entire dashboard must usually be removed. MINI Countryman AC evaporator replacement costs $780–$1770.
Warning signs you need this repair
- AC blows warm air despite recent recharge
- Sweet chemical smell inside the cabin
- Windows fogging up more than usual (refrigerant contamination)
- Oily film appearing on the inside of the windscreen
- AC system losing refrigerant repeatedly without visible external leak
Typical parts included
- AC evaporator
What affects the price
- Dashboard removal complexity — biggest labour driver
- Whether to replace expansion valve and receiver drier at the same time
- OEM vs aftermarket evaporator
- Refrigerant type (R-1234yf is significantly more expensive than R-134a)
Common questions
How much does ac evaporator replacement cost on a MINI Countryman?
AC evaporator replacement on a MINI Countryman (2010–2014) typically costs between $780 and $1.8k including parts and labour at an independent garage.
What parts are needed for ac evaporator replacement on a MINI Countryman?
Common parts for this repair include: AC evaporator.
How long does ac evaporator replacement take on a MINI Countryman?
AC evaporator replacement on a MINI Countryman typically takes 4–12 hours of labour at a garage.
How often does ac evaporator replacement need to be done?
For a MINI Countryman, ac evaporator replacement is typically needed as needed; evaporators typically last 10–15 years; leaks are the only reason for replacement.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the MINI Countryman
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$383–$701
- ABS sensor replacement$158–$289
- ABS system bleeding$126–$231
- AC compressor clutch replacement$315–$578
- AC compressor replacement$338–$619
AC evaporator replacement cost on similar cars
- VOLVO XC60$720–$1.3k
- JEEP Compass$720–$1.3k
- PEUGEOT 3008$720–$1.3k
- HYUNDAI ix35 / Tucson$720–$1.3k
- MITSUBISHI ASX / RVR / Outlander Sport$720–$1.3k
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