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MINI Countryman vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 78,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

MINI Countryman vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Key differences

MINI Countryman

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly lighter

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 48,515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport uses 2.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 379 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

Range Rover Sport

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 Range Rover Sport offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 322 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.4 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport delivers markedly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 306 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, MINI Countryman is significantly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 820 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers markedly more boot space – 647 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries noticeably more – 830 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 330 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is slightly ahead 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 £78,600
Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 249 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 11.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 118 km
MINI Countryman
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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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 Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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MINI Countryman
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
78,600 - 175,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
61 - 266 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,810 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
2,043 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
640 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
249 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
570 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
183 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
MINI
Brand
Land Rover
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