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MINI Countryman vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Vauxhall Corsa?

MINI Countryman vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

MINI Countryman

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  • significantly more power
  • a bit more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Vauxhall Corsa

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly 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:

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.

Vauxhall Corsa is substantially cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,465 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Corsa uses 4.5 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.2 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the MINI Countryman. That’s a difference of about 0.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers a bit more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 68 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers considerably more torque with 494 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 234 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, Vauxhall Corsa is markedly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers visibly more boot space – 460 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

When it comes to payload, the MINI Countryman carries slightly more – 500 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is decisively 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.

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Countryman

MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 463 - 497 km
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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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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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The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.2 - 15.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
357 - 429 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 116 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
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
MINI
Brand
Vauxhall
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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