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MINI Countryman vs Fiat 600 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Fiat 600?

MINI Countryman vs Fiat 600: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Fiat 600

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly 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.

Fiat 600 is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,094 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Fiat 600 uses 4.8 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is barely more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.1 kWh/100km for the Fiat 600. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 88 km more than the Fiat 600.

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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 MINI Countryman offers considerably more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 157 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 Fiat 600 takes 8.5 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers substantially more torque with 494 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 234 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, Fiat 600 is clearly lighter – 1,265 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers markedly more boot space – 505 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Fiat 600 carries barely more – 517 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is far 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.

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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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Reviews MINI Countryman

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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The Fiat 600 is small, cheeky and utterly charming, a pocket-sized Italian that packs more personality than its size suggests. Ideal for city buyers who want fuss-free motoring with a playful driving character, it puts smiles ahead of spreadsheets.

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4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Jos van der kolk
20 Jan 2026, 21:23:37

Lovely car — one thing they forgot: the 600 has a heat pump and, as far as I know, the 500 doesn’t, which is quite an important detail.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
21,000 - 31,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
409 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,265 - 1,595 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 385 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,779 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
427 - 517 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A, D
Brand
MINI
Brand
Fiat
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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