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BMW i4 vs MINI Countryman - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (601 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (49400 £ vs 31500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or MINI Countryman?

BMW i4

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MINI Countryman

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

MINI Countryman has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the BMW i4 costs 49400 £. That’s a price difference of around 17829 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW i4: with 14.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh.

As for range, the BMW i4 performs evident better – achieving up to 613 km, about 151 km more than the MINI Countryman.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i4 has a significantly edge – offering 601 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 288 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.70 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW i4 tops out at 225 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW i4 pulls noticeable stronger with 795 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 301 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, MINI Countryman is distinct lighter – 1620 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 450 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers hardly perceptible more room – 505 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs to a small extent better – up to 1530 L, which is about 240 L more than the BMW i4.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman minimal takes the win – 500 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW i4 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £49,400
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BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
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BMW i4

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The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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MINI Countryman

The MINI Countryman turns the cheeky charm of a classic MINI into a proper all-rounder, blending playful styling with surprisingly usable space for everyday life. It still grins at city lights but will happily tackle muddy lanes, perfect for buyers who want character without sacrificing practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
49400 - 62500 £
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Battery Capacity
67.1 - 81.3 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2070 - 2285 kg
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4783 mm
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Width
1852 mm
Width
1843 mm
Height
1448 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Max trunk capacity
1290 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
460 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
190 - 225 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
MINI

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What drivetrain options does the BMW i4 have?

The BMW i4 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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