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Lexus RX vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (371 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (63,300 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RX or MINI Countryman?

Lexus RX vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Lexus RX

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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
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MINI Countryman

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • only 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

RX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

MINI Countryman is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,215 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers clearly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 430 km more than the Lexus RX.

Countryman

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 Lexus RX offers slightly more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RX delivers slightly more torque with 551 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 57 Nm more.

RX

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, MINI Countryman is visibly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers only slightly more boot space – 505 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 44 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries moderately more – 620 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is far 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.

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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
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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Reviews Lexus RX

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Angelo Ponte
16 May 2026, 14:16:35

Tried as a replacement car. The driving pleasure and comfort are unmatched by Alfa.

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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Urszula
13 Apr 2026, 06:42:12

Beautiful design, carefully finished inside, large display, very comfortable ride with the automatic gearbox, a bit cramped in the back, fairly spacious boot.

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Lexus RX
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 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
67 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
75 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 620 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
551 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Lexus
Brand
MINI
Is the Lexus RX offered with different drivetrains?

The Lexus RX is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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