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MINI Countryman vs Audi Q4 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Audi Q4 e-tron?

MINI Countryman vs Audi Q4 e-tron: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Audi Q4 e-tron

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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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

Countryman

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 visibly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Audi Q4 e-tron costs 39,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,472 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.9 kWh/100km for the Audi Q4 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers a bit more range – reaching up to 554 km, about 57 km more than the MINI Countryman.

Q4 e-tron

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 Audi Q4 e-tron offers marginally more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q4 e-tron is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q4 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

Countryman

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 markedly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q4 e-tron offers moderately more boot space – 535 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q4 e-tron carries very slightly more – 515 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q4 e-tron has only a minor advantage 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 £39,600
Q4 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 406 - 554 km
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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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Reviews MINI Countryman

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Price
39,600 - 58,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 17.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
406 - 554 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 535 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
505 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
204 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
150 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Audi
What drive types are available for the MINI Countryman?

The MINI Countryman is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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