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Audi Q3 vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (38,200 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q3 or MINI Countryman?

Audi Q3 vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Audi Q3

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  • clearly more efficient
  • barely more trunk space
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MINI Countryman

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  • markedly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q3

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MINI Countryman is markedly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Audi Q3 costs 38,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q3 uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 378 km more than the Audi Q3.

Countryman

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Audi Q3 takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers a bit more torque with 494 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 94 Nm more.

Q3

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is barely lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,635 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q3 offers barely more boot space – 488 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q3 carries barely more – 535 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q3 comes out clearly ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £38,200
Q3

Audi Q3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 119 km
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Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is a compact premium crossover that blends sharp styling with a well-crafted interior, making it an appealing choice for urban drivers who want a touch of luxury. It delivers a composed ride, intuitive tech features and a practical cabin, so it works well as a comfortable daily driver with an upscale feel.

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Reviews Audi Q3

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dd
2 Nov 2025, 22:05:04

Very comfortable. Precise steering. E35 petrol engine, 150 hp — sufficient. Manual gearbox very good and well-geared. Looks very handsome. Very large boot. Premium interior.

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Urszula
13 Apr 2026, 06:42:12

Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
38,200 - 52,900 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
118 - 119 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
39 - 195 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,635 - 1,900 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 488 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 535 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
MINI
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q3 have?

The Audi Q3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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