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MINI Countryman vs BYD Seal 6 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 36,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or BYD Seal 6?

MINI Countryman vs BYD Seal 6: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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BYD Seal 6

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more efficient
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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 markedly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the BYD Seal 6 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,763 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BYD Seal 6 is significantly more efficient: consuming 7.8 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the MINI Countryman. That’s a difference of about 7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 396 km more than the BYD Seal 6.

Seal 6

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 MINI Countryman offers visibly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 212 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the BYD Seal 6 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Countryman

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 Countryman is only slightly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries somewhat more – 500 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman holds a decisive overall lead 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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Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 463 - 497 km
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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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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
36,800 - 42,800 £
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
7.8 - 11.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
54 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
38 - 60 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,710 - 1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
435 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
184 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
135 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
MINI
Brand
BYD
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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