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Kia Sorento vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (288 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (47,300 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or MINI Countryman?

Kia Sorento vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably more trunk space
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MINI Countryman is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,220 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 442 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Countryman

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 offers barely more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 25 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers moderately more torque with 494 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 54 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is slightly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,855 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers noticeably more boot space – 705 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman stands well ahead of its rival 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
Kia Sorento
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption

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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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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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Kia Sorento
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, 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
194 - 288 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
MINI
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