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Mercedes G Class vs MINI MINI comparison

Compare performance (605 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (106,600 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes G Class or MINI MINI?

Mercedes G Class vs MINI MINI: Key differences

Mercedes G Class

  • substantially more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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MINI MINI

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

G Class

Costs and Efficiency:

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

MINI MINI is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Mercedes G Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,733 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the MINI MINI uses 5.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mercedes G Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI MINI is substantially more efficient: consuming 13.8 kWh/100km compared to 28 kWh/100km for the Mercedes G Class. That’s a difference of about 14.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes G Class offers moderately more range – reaching up to 479 km, about 88 km more than the MINI MINI.

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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 G Class offers substantially more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 347 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G Class is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the MINI MINI takes 5.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G Class delivers substantially more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 784 Nm more.

G Class

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 MINI is significantly lighter – 1,335 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 1,150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G Class offers significantly more boot space – 640 L compared to 275 L. That’s a difference of about 365 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G Class carries markedly more – 715 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI MINI is clearly superior 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.

from £24,900
MINI

MINI MINI

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 258 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 293 - 391 km
Mercedes G Class
MINI MINI

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Mercedes G Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

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MINI MINI

The MINI is a cheeky, joyfully small hatch that turns even the most humdrum commute into something worth smiling about. It serves up go-kart handling, a stylish cabin and near-endless customization, making it a perfect pick for drivers who want personality packed into a compact package.

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Mercedes G Class
MINI MINI

Costs and Consumption

Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Price
24,900 - 37,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
479 km
Electric Range
293 - 391 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
36.6 - 49.2 kWh
co2
0 - 336 g/km
co2
0 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Convertible, Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
2 - 3
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Curb weight
1,335 - 1,730 kg
Trunk capacity
640 L
Trunk capacity
210 - 275 L
Length
-
Length
3,858 - 3,879 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Width
1,744 - 1,756 mm
Height
-
Height
1,431 - 1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
725 - 800 L
Payload
115 - 715 kg
Payload
345 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Power HP
156 - 258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 - 250 km/h
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Torque
230 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Power kW
115 - 190 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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MINI
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