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MINI Countryman vs Vauxhall Frontera comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Vauxhall Frontera?

MINI Countryman vs Vauxhall Frontera: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • somewhat 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Frontera is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,351 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Frontera uses 5.2 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Frontera. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers moderately more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 89 km more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 168 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 Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 264 Nm more.

Countryman

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is somewhat lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 176 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 460 L of storage.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Frontera carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is far ahead overall 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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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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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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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera is a rugged, no-nonsense SUV that balances off-road capability with comfortable everyday driving. It offers straightforward mechanics and a practical cabin, making it a sensible choice for buyers who value durability over flash.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.4 (6 Reviews)
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Roch
18 May 2026, 10:12:50

Automatic gearbox and certain features, like the windshield wipers that aren’t optional; the trunk capacity is larger on the 5-seat Frontera.

Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,900 £
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
308 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 460 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
436 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, 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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