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BMW X2 vs MINI Countryman – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or MINI Countryman?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI Countryman has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £, while the BMW X2 costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X2 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman has a barely noticeable edge – offering 313 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls to a small extent stronger with 494 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 94 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, MINI Countryman is hardly perceptible lighter – 1620 kg compared to 1645 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X2 offers hardly perceptible more room – 560 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1530 L, which is about 60 L more than the BMW X2.

When it comes to payload, BMW X2 minimal takes the win – 510 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the MINI Countryman shows itself to be wins solidly 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.

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MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 432 - 462 km
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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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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
41200 - 58900 £
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1645 - 1780 kg
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4554 - 4567 mm
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1843 mm
Height
1575 - 1590 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Max trunk capacity
1400 - 1470 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
460 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
207 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

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

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What drive types are available for the BMW X2?

The BMW X2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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