Compare performance (333 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (35200 £ vs 31500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – CUPRA Formentor or MINI Countryman?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
MINI Countryman has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3699 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: CUPRA Formentor manages with 1.40 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the MINI Countryman performs decisively better – achieving up to 462 km, about 336 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.
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 CUPRA Formentor has a minimal edge – offering 333 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
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 420 Nm. That’s about 74 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, CUPRA Formentor is a bit lighter – 1434 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.
In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more room – 505 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs barely noticeable better – up to 1530 L, which is about 25 L more than the CUPRA Formentor.
When it comes to payload, CUPRA Formentor hardly perceptible takes the win – 526 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.
The MINI Countryman sits just ahead overall 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.
With coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
35200 - 55000 £
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Price
31500 - 45300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
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co2
32 - 199 g/km
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1434 - 1742 kg
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Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
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Length
4451 mm
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Length
4444 - 4447 mm
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Width
1839 mm
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Width
1843 mm
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Height
1511 - 1537 mm
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Height
1635 - 1661 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1415 - 1505 L
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Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
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Payload
458 - 526 kg
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Payload
460 - 500 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 333 HP
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Power HP
163 - 313 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 420 Nm
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 245 kW
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Power kW
120 - 230 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
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Brand
CUPRA
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Brand
MINI
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Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.