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MINI Countryman vs Lexus RZ comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 48,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Lexus RZ?

MINI Countryman vs Lexus RZ: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Lexus RZ

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

MINI Countryman is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Lexus RZ costs 48,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lexus RZ is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the MINI Countryman. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lexus RZ offers a bit more range – reaching up to 559 km, about 62 km more than the MINI Countryman.

RZ

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 Lexus RZ offers noticeably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RZ is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RZ delivers barely more torque with 538 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 44 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, MINI Countryman is markedly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 425 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RZ offers very slightly more boot space – 522 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 17 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RZ carries barely more – 540 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RZ is barely 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 £48,900
RZ

Lexus RZ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 227 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 457 - 559 km
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Reviews MINI Countryman

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
48,900 - 67,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 18.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
457 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
1,995 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
522 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
505 - 540 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
227 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
269 - 538 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
167 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Lexus
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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