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MINI Countryman vs Kia K4 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 24,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Kia K4?

MINI Countryman vs Kia K4: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia K4

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • a bit 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:

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

Kia K4 is markedly cheaper – starting at 24,800 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia K4 uses 5.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

K4

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 clearly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 133 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Kia K4 takes 8.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 229 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, Kia K4 is a bit lighter – 1,415 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia K4 offers a bit more boot space – 604 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries barely more – 500 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman stands well ahead of its rival 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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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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4.4 (6 Reviews)
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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:45

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but with a sluggish gearbox and poor noise insulation.

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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:45

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but with a sluggish gearbox and poor soundproofing.

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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:44

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but with a sluggish gearbox and poor noise insulation.

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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:44

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but with a sluggish gearbox and poor sound insulation.

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Joz
20 May 2026, 08:04:44

A modern, ultra-easy-to-use car with a full set of systems and assistants that work as they should, but hampered by a sluggish gearbox and poor soundproofing.

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Kia K4

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
24,800 - 34,200 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.8 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
132 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback, Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,415 - 1,540 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
328 - 604 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
435 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

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