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Mazda CX-5 vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or MINI Countryman?

Mazda CX-5 vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • barely more trunk space
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only 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

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda CX-5 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 94 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI Countryman uses 5.9 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

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 considerably more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 172 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 Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 4.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers significantly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 256 Nm more.

CX-5

Space and Everyday Use:

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 terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is only slightly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,629 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers barely more boot space – 466 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries slightly more – 601 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 101 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
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Mazda CX-5

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Reviews Mazda CX-5

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Bengt
25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 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
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 169 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
566 - 601 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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
141 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
238 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Mazda
Brand
MINI
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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