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Mercedes GLE vs MINI Countryman comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 30,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or MINI Countryman?

Mercedes GLE vs MINI Countryman: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably 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:

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 GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,827 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers significantly more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 393 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers substantially 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 GLE is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

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

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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 considerably lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 820 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more boot space – 655 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries noticeably more – 770 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 270 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE is barely 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 £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
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Reviews Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Andreas
7 Jun 2026, 08:43:32

Mercedes is completely superior to Volvo, which feels plasticky and noisy with poor fit and finish, a poor tactile feel in the controls and a lack of buttons.

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Victor
10 Apr 2026, 07:46:13

I just love Benz cars

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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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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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Mercedes GLE
MINI Countryman

Costs and Consumption
Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 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
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 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
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 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
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

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

The Mercedes GLE is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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