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MINI Countryman vs Renault R5 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether MINI Countryman or Renault R5 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault R5 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £, while the MINI Countryman costs 31500 £. That’s a price difference of around 7628 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Renault R5: with 14.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the MINI Countryman with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.90 kWh.

As for range, the MINI Countryman performs slightly better – achieving up to 462 km, about 57 km more than the Renault R5.

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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 Renault R5 has a convincingly edge – offering 540 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the MINI Countryman takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs slight better – reaching 270 km/h, while the MINI Countryman tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls clearly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 4306 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Renault R5 is to a small extent lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1620 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.

In terms of boot space, the MINI Countryman offers noticeable more room – 505 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

In maximum load capacity, the MINI Countryman performs noticeable better – up to 1530 L, which is about 424 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, MINI Countryman a bit takes the win – 500 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault R5 proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault R5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 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 R5

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The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
31500 - 45300 £
Price
23900 - 137100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
Electric Range
432 - 462 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
64.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 - 177 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1620 - 2075 kg
Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
Trunk capacity
450 - 505 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4444 - 4447 mm
Length
3922 - 4080 mm
Width
1843 mm
Width
1744 - 2030 mm
Height
1635 - 1661 mm
Height
1380 - 1498 mm
Max trunk capacity
1450 - 1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
460 - 500 kg
Payload
396 - 418 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 313 HP
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
170 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 - 230 kW
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025 - 2027
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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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