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MG ZS vs MINI Countryman - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (197 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (18000 £ vs 31500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MG ZS or MINI Countryman?

MG ZS

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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MINI Countryman

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.

MG ZS has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 18000 £, while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 13551 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the MG ZS with 5 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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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 MINI Countryman has a noticeable edge – offering 313 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the MG ZS takes 8.70 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the MG ZS tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 71 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls decisively stronger with 494 Nm compared to 148 Nm. That’s about 346 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, MG ZS is distinct lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more room – 505 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 62 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1530 L, which is about 73 L more than the MG ZS.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman slight takes the win – 500 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MINI Countryman proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Countryman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,500
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MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 432 - 462 km
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MG ZS

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The MG ZS arrives as a cheeky and practical choice for shoppers who want SUV style and family-friendly space without blowing the budget. It may not pretend to be premium, but with sensible equipment, easy-to-live-with driving manners and surprising value, it makes a persuasive case for anyone after sensible transport with a bit of personality.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18000 - 24000 £
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
co2
113 - 145 g/km
co2
0 - 177 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
41 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1420 kg
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Length
4430 mm
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Width
1818 mm
Width
1843 mm
Height
1635 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Max trunk capacity
1457 L
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Payload
375 - 470 kg
Payload
460 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 197 HP
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 12.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
168 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Torque
148 Nm
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 145 kW
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Engine capacity
1495 - 1498 cm3
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
Brand
MG
Brand
MINI

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What drive types are available for the MG ZS?

The MG ZS is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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