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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or MINI Countryman?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly 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

E-Class Estate

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MINI Countryman is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class Estate costs 52,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,547 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers clearly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 388 km more than the Mercedes E-Class Estate.

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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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers visibly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 256 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

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 clearly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 330 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers noticeably more boot space – 615 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate is decisively ahead 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.

from £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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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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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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Mercedes E-Class Estate
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 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
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MINI
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes E-Class Estate have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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