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MINI Countryman vs Peugeot 208 – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether MINI Countryman or Peugeot 208 fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Peugeot 208 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £, while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 10860 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Peugeot 208 manages with 4.50 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Peugeot 208: with 14.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.

As for range, the MINI Countryman performs minimal better – achieving up to 462 km, about 30 km more than the Peugeot 208.

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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 MINI Countryman has a decisively edge – offering 313 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 157 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Peugeot 208 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls clearly stronger with 494 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 224 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Peugeot 208 is evident lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 455 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers noticeable more room – 505 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 153 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1530 L, which is about 367 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman somewhat takes the win – 500 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race?

The MINI Countryman proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
MINI Countryman is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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MINI Countryman

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 313 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7.8 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 432 - 462 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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Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
380 - 430 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
MINI
Brand
Peugeot

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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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