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MINI Countryman vs Porsche Panamera comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 782 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 99,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Porsche Panamera?

MINI Countryman vs Porsche Panamera: Key differences

MINI Countryman

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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Porsche Panamera

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 30,100 £ , while the Porsche Panamera costs 99,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 69,686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Panamera uses 3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 400 km more than the Porsche Panamera.

Panamera

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 Panamera offers significantly more power – delivering 782 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 469 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Panamera is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.6 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Panamera delivers considerably more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 506 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: MINI Countryman offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is noticeably lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,960 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the MINI Countryman offers marginally more boot space – 505 L compared to 494 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Panamera carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Panamera has the upper hand 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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Panamera

Porsche Panamera

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 782 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3 - 12 L/100km
  • Electric Range 83 - 97 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 Porsche Panamera blends sports-car sharpness with luxury-sedan refinement, serving driving thrills up front while pampering passengers in the back. Poised, polished and mischievously quick, it’s the car for buyers who want exotic performance without losing everyday comfort.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
99,800 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3 - 12 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
83 - 97 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.8 kWh
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
69 - 274 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
75 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,960 - 2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
421 - 494 L
Length
-
Length
5,052 - 5,204 mm
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,937 mm
Height
-
Height
1,415 - 1,428 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,255 - 1,385 L
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
340 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
353 - 782 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
270 - 325 km/h
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
260 - 575 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3

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