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MINI Countryman vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Porsche Cayenne?

MINI Countryman vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

MINI Countryman

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

MINI Countryman is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,086 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.9 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 18.9 kWh/100km for the Porsche Cayenne. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne offers markedly more range – reaching up to 668 km, about 171 km more than the MINI Countryman.

Cayenne

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 Porsche Cayenne offers substantially more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 843 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers clearly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 1,006 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, MINI Countryman is markedly lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 560 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly more boot space – 781 L compared to 505 L. That’s a difference of about 276 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries visibly more – 705 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne 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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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Porsche
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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