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Mercedes EQS vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (80,900 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or MINI Countryman?

Mercedes EQS vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Mercedes EQS

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

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  • considerably cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially 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

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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 considerably cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,831 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQS. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS offers clearly more range – reaching up to 920 km, about 423 km more than the MINI Countryman.

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 Mercedes EQS 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 EQS is noticeably 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 EQS delivers visibly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 306 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is substantially lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 980 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers visibly more boot space – 610 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS sits just 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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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 810 - 920 km
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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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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 EQS
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,926 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
545 - 570 kg
Payload
475 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
MINI
What drive types are available for the Mercedes EQS?

The Mercedes EQS is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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