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Hyundai i30 vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or MINI Countryman?

Hyundai i30 vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Hyundai i30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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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

i30

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai i30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,600 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,528 £.

Both cars consume an average of 5.9 L/100km – no difference here.

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 significantly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Hyundai i30 takes 8.9 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers substantially more torque with 494 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 244 Nm more.

i30

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i30 is moderately lighter – 1,315 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 463 - 497 km
Hyundai i30
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai i30

The Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.

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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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Hyundai i30
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption

Price
24,600 - 31,400 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 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
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
134 - 142 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
395 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
445 - 485 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
172 - 250 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
MINI
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