Compare performance (313 HP vs 404 HP), boot space and price (31500 £ vs 61900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Land Rover Range Rover Velar?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
MINI Countryman has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar costs 61900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30343 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: MINI Countryman manages with 4.60 L and is therefore minimal more efficient than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the MINI Countryman performs convincingly better – achieving up to 462 km, about 399 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a noticeable edge – offering 404 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 91 HP more horsepower.
Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 5.40 s from 0 to 100 km/h.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Range Rover Velar pulls noticeable stronger with 650 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 156 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, MINI Countryman is clearly perceptible lighter – 1620 kg compared to 2003 kg. The difference is around 383 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers slight more room – 552 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.
In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs slightly better – up to 1530 L, which is about 172 L more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Range Rover Velar somewhat takes the win – 587 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.
The MINI Countryman proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Countryman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsThe Range Rover Velar marries sleek, pared-back styling with genuine off-road poise, so it looks at home in the city yet won’t flinch at rougher roads. Inside, a luxurious, tech-forward cabin pampers occupants while keeping the driving experience confidently in command — and yes, it somehow makes an SUV feel undeniably chic.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31500 - 45300 £
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Price
61900 - 87400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
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Electric Range
63 km
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Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
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Battery Capacity
15.40 kWh
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co2
0 - 177 g/km
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co2
110 - 232 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
62 - 83 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
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Curb weight
2003 - 2280 kg
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Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
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Trunk capacity
503 - 552 L
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Length
4444 - 4447 mm
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Length
4797 mm
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Width
1843 mm
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Width
1933 mm
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Height
1635 - 1661 mm
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Height
1657 - 1665 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
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Max trunk capacity
1335 - 1358 L
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Payload
460 - 500 kg
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Payload
460 - 587 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 313 HP
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Power HP
204 - 404 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.3 s
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Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
209 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
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Torque
430 - 650 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
120 - 230 kW
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Power kW
150 - 297 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1997 - 2997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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Brand
MINI
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Brand
Land Rover
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The MINI Countryman is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.