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MINI Countryman vs Renault Clio – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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

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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.

Renault Clio has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 14957 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 4.60 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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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 clearly edge – offering 313 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 155 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 Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the MINI Countryman performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: MINI Countryman pulls decisively stronger with 494 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 289 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, Renault Clio is clearly lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 496 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers clearly perceptible more room – 505 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs noticeable better – up to 1530 L, which is about 354 L more than the Renault Clio.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman slight takes the win – 500 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 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
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
MINI
Brand
Renault

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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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