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MINI Countryman vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Vauxhall Astra?

MINI Countryman vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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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.

Vauxhall Astra is marginally cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,808 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.3 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers marginally more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 43 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.

Astra

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 MINI Countryman offers clearly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 117 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 134 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, Vauxhall Astra is marginally lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 132 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers marginally more boot space – 460 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra carries only slightly more – 502 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra comes out clearly 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 £28,300
Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 83 - 454 km
MINI Countryman
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Vauxhall Astra

The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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MINI Countryman
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Vauxhall
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