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MINI Countryman vs Peugeot Rifter comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 22,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Peugeot Rifter?

MINI Countryman vs Peugeot Rifter: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Peugeot Rifter

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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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.

Peugeot Rifter is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,900 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,225 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot Rifter uses 5.4 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

Rifter

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Countryman is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Peugeot Rifter takes 11.3 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the MINI Countryman delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 194 Nm more.

Countryman

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Peugeot Rifter offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot Rifter is only slightly lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,570 kg. The difference is around 72 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot Rifter offers clearly more boot space – 1,050 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 545 L.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot Rifter carries markedly more – 814 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 314 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman 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.

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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
MINI Countryman
Peugeot Rifter

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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 Rifter

The Peugeot Rifter is a practical, family-friendly people carrier that makes everyday errands and weekend escapes feel effortless thanks to its airy cabin and clever, flexible interior. With chunky, purposeful styling and storage solutions everywhere, the Rifter manages to be both unashamedly useful and unexpectedly likeable.

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MINI Countryman
Peugeot Rifter

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
22,900 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
142 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,498 - 1,694 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
322 - 1,050 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
518 - 814 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
102 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.3 - 13.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
205 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
75 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F
Brand
MINI
Brand
Peugeot
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