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MINI Countryman vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (30,100 £ vs 25,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Countryman or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

MINI Countryman vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

MINI Countryman

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • moderately cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
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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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is moderately cheaper – starting at 25,200 £ , while the MINI Countryman costs 30,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,912 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Kangoo Compact Van uses 5.3 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

In terms of energy consumption, the MINI Countryman is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 20.5 kWh/100km for the Renault Kangoo Compact Van. That’s a difference of about 5.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the MINI Countryman offers substantially more range – reaching up to 497 km, about 213 km more than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van.

Kangoo Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the MINI Countryman offers significantly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 191 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 Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 12.3 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

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

Countryman

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 terms of curb weight, MINI Countryman is marginally lighter – 1,570 kg compared to 1,639 kg. The difference is around 69 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries considerably more – 901 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 401 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Countryman is far ahead overall 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
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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MINI Countryman
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,100 - 39,800 £
Price
25,200 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.5 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
463 - 497 km
Electric Range
279 - 284 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 149 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,570 - 2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,639 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,843 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 500 kg
Payload
670 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 313 HP
Power HP
95 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.3 - 14.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 494 Nm
Torque
245 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 230 kW
Power kW
70 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
Brand
MINI
Brand
Renault
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