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MINI Countryman vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Lucid Air?

MINI Countryman vs Lucid Air: Key differences

MINI Countryman

  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

Lucid Air

  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,772 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the MINI Countryman. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers substantially more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 385 km more than the MINI Countryman.

Air

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 Lucid Air offers considerably more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 938 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is visibly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the MINI Countryman tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers considerably more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 1,446 Nm more.

Countryman

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is noticeably lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 500 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers somewhat more boot space – 627 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 122 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries somewhat more – 588 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 88 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air 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.

from £72,900
Air

Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km
MINI Countryman
Lucid Air

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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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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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MINI Countryman
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 45,300 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,444 - 4,447 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,645 - 1,661 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,450 - 1,530 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
430 - 588 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
208 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Lucid
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