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MINI Countryman vs Land Rover Defender - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (313 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (31500 £ vs 57900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Land Rover Defender?

MINI Countryman

Land Rover Defender

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Countryman

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

MINI Countryman has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Land Rover Defender with 6 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman performs clearly better – achieving up to 462 km, about 414 km more than the Land Rover Defender.

Defender

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 Land Rover Defender has a significantly edge – offering 635 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 322 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Land Rover Defender tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Defender pulls distinct stronger with 750 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 256 Nm difference.

Countryman

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Land Rover Defender offers evident more seating capacity – 8 vs 5.

In curb weight, MINI Countryman is significantly lighter – 1620 kg compared to 2300 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers noticeable more room – 786 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 281 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Defender performs somewhat better – up to 1875 L, which is about 345 L more than the MINI Countryman.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Defender distinct takes the win – 819 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 319 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Defender 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.

MINI Countryman
Land Rover Defender

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Defender

Land Rover Defender

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6 - 14.4 L
  • Electric Range : 48 km

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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Land Rover Defender

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The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.

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MINI Countryman
Land Rover Defender

Costs and Consumption

Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
57900 - 172000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
48 km
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
135 - 324 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 8
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
2300 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
5003 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
2008 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1995 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1875 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
494 - 819 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
200 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
147 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1997 - 5000 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
MINI
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the MINI Countryman?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.