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MINI Countryman vs DS Automobiles N°4 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 224 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 33,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or DS Automobiles N°4?

MINI Countryman vs DS Automobiles N°4: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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DS Automobiles N°4

  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly 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

Countryman

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI Countryman is somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the DS Automobiles N°4 costs 33,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,035 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the DS Automobiles N°4 uses 3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15 kWh/100km for the DS Automobiles N°4. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers barely more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 48 km more than the DS Automobiles N°4.

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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 MINI Countryman offers markedly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 224 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the DS Automobiles N°4 takes 7.1 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers noticeably more torque with 494 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 134 Nm more.

Countryman

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, DS Automobiles N°4 is only slightly lighter – 1,436 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles N°4 carries very slightly more – 542 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles N°4 sits just ahead 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 £33,100
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DS Automobiles N°4

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 224 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 3 - 5.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 77 - 449 km
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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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DS Automobiles N°4

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Price
33,100 - 47,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
77 - 449 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,436 - 1,792 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
458 - 542 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
130 - 224 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
96 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B, A, E
Brand
MINI
Brand
DS Automobiles
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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